Driving tips / Winter driving 8-9
2 . Use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving .
! Refueling in cold weather
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To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing , use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weather .
Use only additives that are specifically designed for this purpose . When an antifreeze additive is used , its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty .
If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extended period , it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity .
& Driving on snowy and icy roads
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To prevent skidding and slipping , avoid sudden braking , abrupt acceleration , highspeed driving , and sharp turning when driving on snowy or icy roads .
Always maintain ample distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to avoid the need for sudden braking .
To supplement the foot brake , use the engine brake effectively to control the vehicle speed . ( Shift into a lower gear when necessary .)
Avoid shifting down abruptly . Such behavior can cause the wheels to lock , possibly leading to loss of vehicle control .
An anti-lock brake system ( ABS ) enhances your vehicle ’ s braking performance on snowy and icy roads . For information on braking on slippery surfaces , refer to “ ABS ( Anti-lock Brake System )” F7-37 and “ Vehicle Dynamics Control system ” F7-40 .
WARNING
For models with cruise control :
Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads . This may cause loss of vehicle control .
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged continuous driving in snowstorms . Snow will enter the engine ’ s intake system and may hinder the airflow , which could result in engine shutdown or even breakdown .
! Wiper operation when snowing
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Before driving in cold weather , make sure the wiper blade rubbers are not frozen to the windshield or rear window .
If the wiper blade rubbers are frozen to the windshield or rear window , perform the following procedure .
. To thaw the windshield wiper blade rubbers , use the defroster with the airflow selection in “ ” and the temperature set for maximum warmth until the wiper blade rubbers are completely thawed . Refer to “ Climate control ” F4-1 .
. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer , use it . It is helpful to thaw the windshield wiper blade rubbers . Refer to “ Defogger and deicer ” F3-91 .
. To thaw the rear wiper blade rubbers , use the rear window defogger . Refer to “ Defogger and deicer ” F3-91 .
When driving in snow , if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of the windshield despite wiper operation , use the defroster with the airflow selection in “ ” and the temperature set for maximum warmth . After the windshield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it , wash it away using the windshield washer . Refer to “ Windshield washer ” F3-80 .
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