When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running; Maintenance Tips; Removing And Reinstalling Clips - Subaru 2015 XV Crosstrek Hybrid Owner's Manual

CAUTION
Do not touch the oil filter until the
engine has cooled down completely.
Doing so may result in a burn or
other injury. Note that the oil filter
becomes very hot when the engine
is running and remains hot for some
time after the engine has stopped.
When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
while the engine is running
WARNING
A running engine can be dangerous.
Keep your fingers, hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from the cooling
fan, drive belt and any other moving
engine parts. Removing rings,
watches and ties is advisable.
Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips

Maintenance tips

Some clips and fender linings must be
removed before replacing the air cleaner
elements or specific bulbs.
Removing and reinstalling
clips
Removing clips
There are several types of clips used for
your vehicle.
Type A clips
1. Turn the clips counterclockwise using
a flat-head screwdriver until the center
portion of the clip is raised.
2. Remove the clips with a flat-head
screwdriver using leverage.
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