Air Cleaner Element; Replacing The Air Cleaner Element - Subaru 2007 Forester Owner's Manual

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Air cleaner element

Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters in-
take air but also stops flames if the
engine backfires. If the air cleaner
element is not installed when the en-
gine backfires, you could be burned.
The air cleaner element functions as a fil-
ter screen. When the element is perforat-
ed or removed, engine wear will be exces-
sive and engine life shortened.
The air cleaner element has a viscous
type and a dry type.
Be sure to use the appropriate type of air
cleaner element, which depends on the
vehicle type.
If there is the embossed requirement "Use
of genuine dry air cleaner element is re-
quired" on the air cleaner case cover,
which is shown in the following figure, use
the dry type air cleaner element.
For vehicles without the requirement on
the air cleaner case cover, use the vis-
cous type air cleaner element.
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B00548
1) Embossed requirement
Replacing the air cleaner ele-
ment
Replace the air cleaner element according
to the maintenance schedule in the "War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet". Under
extremely dusty conditions, replace it
more frequently. It is recommended that
you always use genuine SUBARU parts.
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Maintenance and service
Non-turbo models
B00361
1. Unsnap the two clamps holding the air
cleaner case cover.
B00362
2. Push the air cleaner case cover in the
direction of the arrow shown in the draw-
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