Subaru Forester: Non-turbo models - Replacing the air cleaner element - Air cleaner element - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Non-turbo models

Non-turbo models
Non-turbo models

1) Connector
2) Clip
3) Clamp
4) Air intake boot
5) Clip

1. Unplug the connector that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case.

2. Detach the connector cable from the clip on the right side on the air cleaner case.

3. Loosen the screw of the clamp and pull the air intake boot out of the air cleaner case.

4. Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case cover.

5. Open the air cleaner case and remove

5. Open the air cleaner case and remove the air cleaner element.

6. Clean the inside of the air cleaner case and case cover with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element.

7. To install the air cleaner case, insert

7. To install the air cleaner case, insert the three projections on the air cleaner case into the slits on the air cleaner case cover.

8. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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