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Air Cleaner Element
CAUTION
. Be careful not to spill engine coolant when adding it . If coolant touches the exhaust pipe , it may cause a bad smell , smoke , and / or a fire . If engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe , be sure to wipe it off .
. Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts . The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface .
! Changing the coolant s11af0202
It may be difficult to change the coolant . Have the coolant changed by your SUBARU dealer if necessary .
The coolant should be changed according to the maintenance schedule in the “ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”.
11-8 . Air Cleaner Element
WARNING s11ag
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 element , use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element . If it is not used , there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine .
The air cleaner element functions as a filter screen . When the element is perforated or removed , engine wear will be excessive and engine life shortened .
The air cleaner element is a dry type . It is unnecessary to clean or wash the element .
& Replacing the Air Cleaner Element s11ag01
Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the “ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”. Under extremely dusty conditions , replace it more frequently . It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts . It may be difficult to replace the air cleaner element . We recommend that you have the air cleaner element replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary .