SURFACE CORROSION 36 MONTH / 60,000 KM LIMITED WARRANTY
Subaru Canada , Inc . warrants against surface corrosion to the owner of any 2024 model year Subaru vehicle sold and operated in Canada for the initial thirty-six ( 36 ) months from the original date the vehicle is put into service , or 60,000 km , whichever occurs first . If the vehicle was used as a dealer demonstrator before being sold at retail , warranty coverage begins on the date the vehicle was put into demonstrator service .
1 . WHAT IS SURFACE CORROSION Surface corrosion is defined as corrosion affecting the external , readily visible painted body panels . It does not include the vehicle ’ s underbody , external damage to paint or plated surfaces , i . e . mouldings , road wheels , bumpers , etc ., or corrosion caused by stone chips , scratches , environmental fall-out , other impact , or physical damage .
2 . WHAT IS COVERED This warranty guarantees that the external readily visible body panels of your new Subaru vehicle ’ s body will be free from any corrosion for a period of thirty-six months ( 36 ) or 60,000 km from the original date of vehicle being placed into service . If any defect ( s ) should be found as a result of perforation or surface corrosion during the coverage period , Subaru Canada , Inc . will repair or replace such defect to any original body panel ( s ), provided that you demonstrate adherence to performance of proper care and maintenance of the automobile as recommended in this booklet and the Owner ’ s Manual . ( Please note that in order to retain full warranty coverage , body panel ( s ) replaced due to an accident or damage must be Genuine Subaru Parts , or Subaru approved parts .)
3 . MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ’ S FINISH The best way to preserve your vehicle ’ s finish and aid in avoiding rust is to keep the vehicle clean by washing frequently . Wash the vehicle with luke warm or cold water only . Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun , or use strong soap or chemical cleaners . Any cleaning agents used should be washed off promptly and not allowed to dry on the finish .
Calcium chloride and other salts , ice melting agents , road oil and tar , tree sap , bird droppings , chemicals from industrial chimneys and other foreign matter may damage the finish if left on the painted surfaces . Prompt washing may not completely remove all these deposits . Additional cleaners may be needed . When using chemical cleaners developed for this purpose , be sure they are safe for use on painted surfaces .
Any stone chips , fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired promptly . Bare metal will corrode quickly and can develop into major repair expenses . Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your selling Dealer .
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement , be sure the body shop uses Genuine Subaru Replacement Parts .
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