Air Cleaner Element: Installation

Install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION: Be sure to use SUBARU genuine air cleaner element depending on the engine type when replacing the air cleaner elements. Using other air cleaner element may affect the engine performance.

NOTE:

Check that there is no dirt or dust within the air cleaner case. If any dirt or dust is found, clean it.
Install the air cleaner element as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Checking Air Cleaner Case For Dirt Or Dust

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When installing the air cleaner case (rear), align the protrusion of the air cleaner case (rear) to the hole on the air cleaner case (front) to install.

Fig 2: Installing Air Cleaner Case (Rear)

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Tightening torque:

3 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 2.2 ft-lb)