7-3 . Do-it-yourself maintenance
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NOTICE
■ Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
● Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters , make sure to have
tires serviced by your SUBARU dealer or other qualified service shop . In addition , make sure to
purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your SUBARU dealer .
● Ensure that only genuine SUB- ARU wheels are used on your vehicle .
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work properly with non-genuine wheels .
Aluminum wheel precautions
• Use only SUBARU wheel bolts and wrenches designed for use with your aluminum wheels .
• When rotating , repairing or changing your tires , check that the wheel bolts are still tight after driving 1000 miles ( 1600 km ).
• Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using tire chains .
• Use only SUBARU genuine balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels .
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency .
Removal method
1 Turn the power switch off . Confirm that the charging connector is not connected . Also , do not use the Remote Air Conditioning
System during the procedure .
2 Open the front passenger ’ s door .
By keeping the door open , unexpected operation of the Remote Air Conditioning System can be prevent . ( �P . 413 )
3 While pressing the claw , hold handle and remove the panel .
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Maintenance and care