How Do You Replace An Air Filter In A Subaru Out?
A clean air filter is important to engine performance. The filter allows air to freely flow to the engine, thus improving gas mileage and increase engine life. Change the air filter every 3,000 miles if the vehicle is driven under extremely dusty conditions, or every 30,000 for average driving conditions. Replacing an air filter in a Subaru Outback will take most people 10 minutes or less, even for beginners. Turn the Outback off. Don’t turn the car on while servicing the air filter, as it acts as a protection against engine backfires. Lift the hood of the Outback. Find the air filter housing unit on the passenger side of the car, it is in the front corner. Look for a black, plastic box that has a large accordion-type hose leading away from it towards the engine. Look for the clips on the side of the housing unit. Loosen the clips, then lift the lid off. Remove the old filter from the housing unit by lifting up and out. Clean any remaining debris out of the air filter unit. Wipe the su
