Engine Intake System - Intake (Induction) (H6DO - 3.6L DOHC): Other Subaru Outback BR

CAUTION

1. Wear appropriate work clothing, including a cap, protective goggles and protective shoes when performing any work.
2. Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.
3. Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
4. Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly and replacement.
5. Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
6. Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
7. Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified points.
8. Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground cable from the battery.

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1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Disconnect the power steering oil pressure hose (suction hose) from the clip on the side of air cleaner case (rear).
3. Disconnect the connector (A) from the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor, and remove the clip (B).
4. Loosen the clamp (A) which connects the air cleaner case (rear) and air intake boot assembly.
5. Remove the clip (B) securing the upper side of air cleaner case.
6. Pull the air cleaner case (rear) backward of the vehicle, and remove the air cleaner element.