Subaru Outback (BR): Most common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion are:
1. The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.
2. Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and stone chips
or minor accidents.
Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle when:
1. It is exposed to road salt or dust control chemicals, or used in coastal areas
where there is more salt in the air, or in areas where there is considerable industrial
pollution.
2. It is driven in areas of high humidity, especially when temperatures range just
above freezing.
3. Dampness in certain parts of the vehicle remains for a long time, even though
other parts of the vehicle may be dry.
4. High temperatures will cause corrosion to parts of the vehicle which cannot dry
quickly due to lack of proper ventilation.
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Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent corrosion of the body and suspension components.
Also, wash the vehicle promptly after driving on any of the following surfaces.
● roads that have been s
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control panel, audio equipment, instrument
panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches. (Do not use organic
solvents.)
Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked
on the fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum cleaner, use a soft brush then vacuum
it. Wipe the fabric surface with a
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CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the airbag system harness when servicing the instrument
panel. Damage
may cause the system to malfunction.
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the console front cover assembly.
MT model
1. Remove the shift knob.
2. Release the cli
1) U.S.-spec. models
2) Except U.S.-spec. models
The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from
−22 to 1228F (−30 to 508C).
The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following conditions:
● When there is too much sun.
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