Subaru 2006 Baja - Manual (Page 388)

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Maintenance and service
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Air cleaner element
Air cleaner element
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.
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.
The air cleaner element is a viscous type. It is unnec-
essary to clean or wash the element.
„ Replacing the air cleaner element
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Replacing
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Air cleaner element
T Non-turbo models
Replace the air cleaner element according to the
maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Mainte-
nance Booklet”. Under extremely dusty conditions, re-
place it more frequently. It is recommended that you
always use genuine SUBARU parts.
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1) Bolt
1. Remove the bolt securing the rear air cleaner ele-
ment case.
2. Unsnap the three clamps holding the rear air clean-
er element case.
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