Air Cleaner Case: Installation

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Installation
  1. Install the bolt (A) and nut (B) which secure the air cleaner case (front) to the body.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    Bolt (A)Β 

    6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)Β 

    Nut (B)Β 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Identifying Air Cleaner Case Bolt And Nut
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  2. Install the air cleaner case (rear) and air cleaner element.
    NOTE: When installing the air cleaner case (rear), align the protrusion of the air cleaner case (rear) to the hole on the air cleaner case (front) to install.
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