Subaru Outback (BR): Maintenance tips
Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner
elements or specific bulbs.
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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 raise
Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air
intake duct. Refer to “Type A clips” F11-5.
It is necessary to pull off the fender lining when replacing some bulbs.
1. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fully in the opposite direction
of the bulb to be replaced.
2. Stop the eng
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A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the V-belts. <Ref. to ME(H4SO)-43, REMOVAL, V-belt.>
3) Remove the power steering oil pump assembly.
Disconnect the connector from power steering pump switch.
Disconnect the pressure hose (b) and suction hose (a)
A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Immediately after the vehicle has been running or after idling for a
long time, the CVTF will be hot.
Be careful not to burn yourself.
If the CVTF is spilt over exhaust pipe, wipe it off with cloth to
avoid emitting smoke or causing a
fire.
When removing the CVTF cooler
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