Maintenance tips
an unexpected injury.
. Do not touch the oil filter until the
engine has cooled down comple-
tely. Doing so may result in a burn
or other injury. Note that the oil
filter becomes very hot when the
engine is running and remains
hot for some time after the engine
has stopped.
3. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up.
11-3. Maintenance tips
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Some clips and fender linings must be
removed before replacing the air cleaner
elements or specific bulbs.
! Type B clips
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& Removing and reinstalling
clips
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! Removing clips
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There are several types of clips used for
your vehicle.
! Type A clips
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WARNING
1. Pull out the center portion of the clip
using a flat-head screwdriver as shown in
the illustration.
2. Pull the protruded center portion to
remove the entire body of the clip.
A running engine can be dangerous.
Keep your fingers, hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from the cooling
fan, drive belt and any other moving
engine parts. Removing rings,
watches and ties is advisable.
1. Turn the clips counterclockwise using
a flat-head screwdriver until the center
portion of the clip is raised.
2. Remove the clips with a flat-head
screwdriver using leverage.
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& When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
while the engine is running
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