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Quick Guide CROSSTREK 2020 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
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Specific combinations of equipment or features may vary from time to time, and by geographic area. Subaru of America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue at any time, without notice: Prices, colors, materials, equipment, accessories, specifications, models and packages, without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previously sold.
PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE FORWARD Congratulations on choosing a Subaru vehicle! This Quick Guide is designed to provide information on the basic operation and key features of your Subaru vehicle. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The Quick Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. We strongly encourage you to review the entire Owner’s Manual to ensure complete understanding.
Subaru Roadside Assistance: 1-800-261-2155 Roadside assistance helps with: • Towing to the nearest authorized Subaru Retailer if you cannot safely drive your Subaru • Jump-start if your battery is dead • Gasoline delivery if you run out of gas • Flat tire change to install your spare •...
TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE SUBARU Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive distributes power to all four wheels, improper towing may damage your AWD system. The best way to tow your Subaru is with a flatbed truck by your Subaru Retailer or a commercial towing service.
• Pressing this button three times (within five seconds) will activate the vehicle finder function. If you are within 30 feet of your Subaru, the horn will sound once and the hazard warning flashers will flash three times. Unlock/Disarm •...
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ENTRY AND EXIT Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking With this function, all doors will automatically lock or unlock when certain conditions are met based on your preference. You can change the setting in the Combination Meter ® Display (CMD) or through the STARLINK touchscreen by selecting “Settings”...
ENTRY AND EXIT KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START (if equipped) The Keyless Access with Push-Button Start system features touch-activated door unlock and push-button start functions. You can customize the Keyless Access settings to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors through Combination Meter Display by selecting “Vehicle Settings”...
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ENTRY AND EXIT Locking Using the Rear Gate Close all doors and the rear gate and press the rear lock button. All doors and the rear gate will lock. One chirp will sound and the hazard warning flashers will flash once.
GETTING COMFORTABLE SEATING Manual Seats Forward/Backward: Pull the lever below the seat up and slide the seat forward or backward. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked into place. Seat Height (Driver’s Seat): Pulling up or pushing down on the lever will raise or lower the seat cushion.
GETTING COMFORTABLE Seatbelt Adjuster Always position the seatbelt adjuster so the shoulder belt passes over the middle of your shoulder without touching your neck. Pull the adjuster out and slide it up or down. Release the adjuster and make sure it is locked in place.
For programming instructions, please refer to the Owner’s Manual or visit www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video. ® NOTE: HomeLink 5 may not be compatible with some older door openers or additional equipment may be required.
GETTING COMFORTABLE POWER WINDOWS To open or close a window, partially press or pull up the corresponding switch and hold. The front windows have a one-touch auto up/down function. Fully press down or pull up and release to automatically open or close the window.
GETTING COMFORTABLE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Automatic Climate Control Set your desired temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for you. At any time, you can manually take control of the climate settings. Operation in Automatic Mode Automatic Control Button: This system automatically controls all of the climate system except defogging.
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Recirculated/Outside Air Button: Press this button to prevent outside air from entering your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru. NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an extended period of time.
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Return the switch to the center position to turn off the heated seat. Remote Engine Start with Climate Control ® You can remotely start your Subaru and adjust the temperature using the STARLINK Safety and Security features through the MySubaru App (subscription required). Please ®...
You can connect a variety of USB-equipped devices to the front port, such as portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music through your Subaru’s speakers. These ports also provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. The ports inside the center console are for charging only. For more information, please refer to ®...
CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS For more information, please refer to the ® SUBARU STARLINK Owner’s Manual or Quick Guide. Presets/Skip Volume Source INFO Hands-free calling CRUISE CONTROL For more information, please refer to your Owner’s Manual. Cruise Control On/Off RES/+ and SET/—...
CONTROLS ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (if equipped) For more information, please refer to the ® EyeSight Owner’s Manual or Quick Guide. Adaptive Cruise Control On/Off Lane Keep Assist Decrease Distance Increase Distance RES/+ and SET/- SI Drive I/SET SWITCH The "i/Set" switch allows you to display and change selected items in the Combination Meter Display.
CONTROLS High Beams: Push the lever forward to change from low beam to high beam. If equipped, this also activates the High Beam Assist (HBA) system. Pull the lever back to center to return to low beam. Fog Lights: If equipped, rotate the dial to turn on the fog lights. Illumination Brightness While the light switch is on, rotating the dial on the instrument panel upward will make the instrument panel illumination brighter.
CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one position for intermittent, two positions for low speed, or three positions for high speed. When the lever is in the intermittent position, rotate the dial to adjust the operating interval of the wipers.
® SUBARU STARLINK Roadside Assistance Provider (subscription required). Press and hold the button for about two seconds to cancel the call. For more information, please refer to the SUBARU ® STARLINK Quick Guide. Automatic Illumination: When the switch is in the “DOOR” position, the map lights illuminate when any door is opened, the doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry system or keyless access function, or the ignition is turned from “ON”...
GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS GAUGES Crosstrek, Crosstrek Premium Tachometer Fuel Gauge Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator ECO Gauge Trip Meter and Odometer Speedometer Crosstrek and Crosstrek Premium with Driver Assist Technology, Crosstrek Limited Tachometer Fuel Gauge Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator Speedometer Trip Meter and Odometer...
GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS Red lights indicate immediate attention is required. Some examples are: Seatbelt Door Brake system warning open Yellow lights indicate caution. Some examples are: Engine oil Tire pressure Low fuel level warning warning light light Green and blue lights are for information.
OPERATING THE VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK: You can only insert or remove the key in this position. ACC (Accessory): Provides power to the radio and accessory power outlets. ON: All electrical systems are available. The key returns to this position after starting the engine.
OPERATING THE VEHICLE DRIVING THE VEHICLE 6-Speed Manual Transmission This manual transmission is a fully synchronised 6-forward and 1-reverse speed transmission. Before you can shift into reverse gear, you must raise the slider ring and hold it in that position. Only pull the slider ring up when shifting into reverse gear. Automatic Transmission Shift Mode The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is electronically controlled and provides two...
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“+” or “–” paddle toward you. Once vehicle speed stabilizes, the transmission will switch back to normal mode. SI-DRIVE (if equipped) Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-Drive) SI-Drive has 2 modes: Intelligent (I) and Sport (S). Each mode is designed for different types...
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OPERATING THE VEHICLE ® X-MODE ® X-MODE is the integrated control system of the engine, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system and Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) systems. It helps to maximize traction in slippery conditions such as mud or snow. In certain situations, such as deep mud or snow, it may help to turn VDC off to allow for more wheel ®...
OPERATING THE VEHICLE AUTO START–STOP SYSTEM (CVT only) The Auto Start-Stop system is designed to automatically stop and restart the engine when the vehicle is stationary for a short period of time (while waiting for a traffic light or in a traffic jam) after the engine has warmed up.
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NOTE: If the Auto Start-Stop warning light does not turn off after the engine has started or is flashing, the Auto Start-Stop system may be malfunctioning. We recommend that you contact your authorized SUBARU Retailer for an inspection. INDICATOR PATTERN...
2. Move the select lever to the “P” position or set the parking brake for manual transmission models. 3. Turn the ignition switch to “OFF”. NOTE: The front windows will remain active for about 40 seconds and the SUBARU ® STARLINK Multimedia System will remain on for about three minutes or until a door is opened, whichever occurs first.
REFUELING FUEL FILLER LID The fuel filler lid release is located on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release. The fuel filler lid is located toward the rear of the passenger side.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS FOLDING THE REAR SEATS Lower the headrests, then pull up on the release knob on the seat side that you want to fold down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place, making sure that it is securely locked.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS LATCH/ANCHOR Your Subaru is equipped with Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH). For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system.
30 minutes and the rear side doors remained closed. When you turn your Subaru off, the system warns you audibly and with a “Reminder, Look in Rear Seat” message in the Combination Meter Display (CMD). The system operates only one time with each ignition cycle and opening and closing of a rear side door.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS SPARE TIRE AND JACK A jack and other maintenance tools are stored in the tool bucket in the center of the spare tire, located under the cargo floor. Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools. • Jack •...
ENGINE COMPARTMENT HOOD PROP The hood prop is located in the front of the engine compartment. Fold it up and insert the end into the slot marked with an arrow. 2.0L ENGINE Brake Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Filler Cap Main Fuse Box Engine Coolant Reservoir Battery Engine Oil Filter...
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN The performance and long life of your Subaru are dependent on how you handle and care for your Subaru while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles: • Do not race the engine.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Your Subaru has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The pressure of each individual tire can be found within the Combination Meter Display (CMD). Tire pressure specification is on the tire information placard located on the inside of...