Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Air cleaner element
WARNING
Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner element removed. The air cleaner element not only filters intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires. If the air cleaner element is not installed when the engine backfires, you could be burned.
CAUTION
When replacing the air cleaner element, use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine.
The air cleaner element functions as a filter screen. When the element is perforated or removed, engine wear will be excessive and engine life shortened.
It is not necessary to clean or wash the air cleaner element.
Replacing the air cleaner element
Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". Under extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts.
- Connector
- Clip
- Clamp
- Air intake boot
- Clip
1. Unplug the connector that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case.
2. Detach the connector cable from the clip on the right side of the air cleaner case.
3. Loosen the screw on the clamp and pull the air intake boot out of the air cleaner case.
4. Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case (rear).
5. Open the air cleaner case and remove the air cleaner element.
6. Clean the inside of the air cleaner case (both front and rear) with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element.
7. To install the air cleaner case (rear), insert the three projections on the air cleaner case (rear) into the slits on the air cleaner case (front).
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Changing the coolant
It may be difficult to change the coolant.
Have the coolant changed by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.
The coolant should be changed according
to the maintenance schedule in the
"Warranty an ...
Spark plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark
plugs. It is recommended that you have
the spark plugs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.
The spark plugs should be replaced
according to the maintenance s ...
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a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform
the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying Subaru of
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Tips for operating the audio/visual system
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the audio/visual
system:
Be careful not to spill beverages
over the audio/visual system.
Do not put anything other than an
appropriate disc into the disc
slot.
NOTE
The use of a cell phone inside or near
the vehicle may cause a noise from the
speakers o ...
