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2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Air Cleaner Case: Installation
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Installation
- Install the air cleaner case bracket to the vehicle.
Tightening torque:Β
7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)Β
- Install the air cleaner case (front) to the vehicle body and air cleaner case bracket.NOTE: Make sure that the protrusion of the air cleaner case (front) is inserted in the cushion of the air cleaner case bracket.
Tightening torque:Β
6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)Β
- Install the air cleaner element. < Ref. to INSTALLATIONΒ , Air Cleaner Element. >
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.