Subaru Outback: When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (2.5 L non-turbo models)

CAUTION
Do not contact the belt cover while checking the components in the engine compartment.
Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the belt cover and result in an unexpected
injury.
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WARNING
A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and
tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing
rings, watches and ties
Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner
elements or specific bulbs.
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
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A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Always use new MT gear select cable if the cable is removed from selector lever
COMPL of transmission
side.
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the ten clips and remove the grille bracket.
3) Remove the air intake duct.
Non-turbo model
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A: PROCEDURE
Check List for Interview
A: CHECK
Check the following items when a problem has occurred.
NOTE:
Use copies of this page for interviewing customers.
General Description
A: CAUTION
1. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
"AIRBAG"
The airbag system wiring harness is routed near
the TCM.
CAUTION
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