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Winter driving
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! Before driving your vehicle
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Before entering the vehicle , remove any snow or ice from your shoes because that could make the pedals slippery and driving dangerous .
While warming up the vehicle before driving , check that the accelerator pedal , brake pedal , and all other controls operate smoothly .
Clear away ice and snow that has accumulated under the fenders to avoid making steering difficult . During severe winter driving , stop when and where it is safe to do so and check under the fenders periodically .
! Parking in cold weather
WARNING
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Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle . Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle if you park the vehicle in snow with the engine running .
CAUTION
. Do not use the parking brake when parking for long periods in cold weather since it could freeze in that position .
. When the vehicle is parked in snow or when it snows , raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to them .
. When the vehicle has been left parked after use on roads heavily covered with snow , or has been left parked during a snowstorm , icing may develop on the brake system , which could cause poor braking action . Check for snow or ice buildup on the suspension , disc brakes and brake hoses underneath the vehicle . If there is caked snow or ice , remove it , being careful not to damage the disc brakes , brake hoses or ABS harness .
When parking for long periods in cold weather , you should observe the following tips .
1 . Place the select lever in the “ P ” position .
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 .
! Opening rear gate ( models with power rear gate )
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CAUTION
Before operating the power rear gate , check that there is no frost or snow between the power rear gate and the vehicle body . If you notice frost or snow etc . on the power rear gate , remove it . If you forcibly operate the power rear gate with frost or snow , it may cause a malfunction .