Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Corrosion protection

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Appearance care / Corrosion protection

Your SUBARU has been designed and built to resist corrosion. Special materials and protective finishes have been used on most parts of the vehicle to help maintain fine appearance, strength, and reliable operation.

Cleaning aluminum wheels

Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels clean of any kind of grime or agent. If dirt is left on too long, it may be difficult to clean off. Do not use soap containing grit to clean the wh ...

Most common causes of corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion are: The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas. Damage to paint and other prot ...

Other materials:

Fuel requirements
The engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher Fuel octane rating Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes kn ...