When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment; When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running - Subaru WRX-STI Owner's Manual

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Maintenance and service/Maintenance precautions
tion, the cooling fan may operate
suddenly even when the engine
is stopped.
& When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
CAUTION
. For models with the drive belt
cover, do not contact the cover
while checking the components
in the engine compartment.
Doing so may cause your hand to
slip off the drive belt cover and
result in an injury.
. Do not touch the oil filter until the
engine has cooled down comple-
tely. Doing so may result in a
burn or other injury. Note that the
oil filter becomes very hot when
the engine is running and re-
mains hot for some time after
the engine has stopped.
. Do not apply force on the fender
insulator by placing your hands
on it, etc. Deformation of the
insulator and its mount may
occur.
& 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.