Subaru 2003 Baja - Manual (Page 250)

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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.
B Driving on snowy and icy roads
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads such as snowy or
icy roads. This may cause loss of vehicle control.
To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid sudden braking, abrupt ac-
celeration, high-speed 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 con-
trol 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 per-
formance on snowy and icy roads. Refer to the “ABS (Anti-Lock Brake
System)” section in Chapter 7 for information on braking on slippery
surfaces.
n Wiper operation when snowing
Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blades are not
frozen to the windshield or rear window. If the wiper blades are frozen
to the windshield or rear window, use the defroster with the airflow
control dial in the “
” position and the temperature control dial set
for maximum warmth until the wiper blades are completely thawed
out. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer, it is helpful to thaw
the windshield wiper blades.
When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of
the windshield despite wiper operation, use the defroster with the air-