Black plate (480,1)
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Model "A1270GE-A" EDITED: 2016/ 3/ 10
11-22
Maintenance and service/Air cleaner element
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Do not splash the engine coolant
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.
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Changing the coolant
It may be difficult to change the coolant.
We recommend that you have the coolant
changed by your SUBARU dealer if
necessary.
The coolant should be changed according
to the maintenance schedule in the
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Air cleaner element
The air cleaner element functions as a
filter screen. When the element is perfo-
rated or removed, engine wear will be
excessive and engine life shortened.
It is not necessary to clean or wash the air
cleaner element.
WARNING
Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters
intake air but also stops flames if
the engine backfires. If the air
cleaner element is not installed
when the engine backfires, you
could be burned.
CAUTION
When replacing the air cleaner ele-
ment, we recommend that you use a
genuine SUBARU air cleaner ele-
ment. If it is not used, there is the
possibility of causing a negative
effect to the engine.
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Replacing the air cleaner
element
Replace the air cleaner element according
to the maintenance schedule. Refer to
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11-3. Under
extremely dusty conditions, replace it
more frequently. It is recommended that
you always use genuine SUBARU parts.
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STI
1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on
the air intake duct, then remove the air
intake duct.