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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WARNING
Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain
damage. If the AWD warning light flashes, promptly park in a safe place then check
whether all four tires are the same diameter and whether any of the tires has a
puncture or has lost air pressure for some
A: REMOVAL
1) Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.
2) Remove the axle nut.
CAUTION:
Do not loosen the axle nut while the rear axle is loaded. Doing so may damage
the hub bearing.
Lift the crimped section of axle nut.
Remove the axle nut using a socket wrench while depressing th
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