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Alloy Wheels
11-17. Alloy Wheels s11bm
Alloy wheels can be scratched and damaged easily. Handle them carefully to maintain their appearance, performance, and safety.
. When any of the wheels is removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximately 600 miles( 1,000 km). If any nut is loose, tighten it to the specified torque.
. Never apply oil to the threaded parts, wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the wheel.
. Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions or curbs.
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for alloy wheels.
. When stacking and storing removed tires, place shock-absorbing material between the tires to protect the wheels from becoming scratched.
11-18. Windshield Washer Fluid
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Windshield washer fluid warning light
When there is only a small amount of washer fluid remaining, the windshield washer fluid warning light will appear. When this occurs, refill the washer fluid as follows.
1“ FULL” mark
Remove the washer tank filler cap, then add fluid until it reaches the“ FULL” mark on the tank.
Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean