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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2004OUTBACK BASE, 4D WAGON, EJ251, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALINTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4SO)AIR CLEANER CASEREMOVAL

2004 Subaru Outback Base, 4D Wagon, EJ251, Standard

Air Cleaner Case: Removal

2004 Subaru Outback Base, 4D Wagon, EJ251, StandardSECTION Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Disconnect the connector (A) of intake air temperature sensor.
Remove the bolts (B) which install air cleaner case to stay.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector Of Intake Air Temperature Sensor
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Disconnect the hoses and intake duct from air cleaner case.
Loosen the clamp which connects air cleaner case to throttle body.

Fig 3: Loosening Clamp Which Connects Air Cleaner Case To Throttle Body
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Remove the air cleaner case.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.