Active Grille Shutter: Installation

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Installation
  1. Install the ambient sensor.
  2. Install the active grille shutter using the bolts securing the active grille shutter.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)Β 

  3. Connect the connector to the active grille shutter actuator.
  4. Connect the connector to the ambient sensor.
  5. Install the front bumper. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Bumper. >
  6. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  7. When the active grille shutter has been replaced, perform the calibration (execute the system operation check for ACTGS control). < Ref. to OPERATION , Active Test. >
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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