When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running; Maintenance Tips - Subaru 2001 Outback Owner's Manual

& 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, belts and any other moving
engine parts. Removing rings,
watches and ties is advisable.

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.
Maintenance and service
2. Remove the clips with a flat-head
screwdriver using leverage.
! Type B clips
1. Pull out the center portion of the clip
using a flat-head screwdriver as shown in
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