Cabin Air Filter / Purifier: Service and Repair

Air filtration system

Replace the filter element according to the replacement schedule shown in the following. This schedule should be followed to maintain the filter's dust collection ability. Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. It is recommended that you have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, we recommend the use of a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.


Replacement schedule:

Every 15 months or 15,000 miles (24,000 km) whichever comes first.

Step One:

Replacing the air filter

1. Remove the instrument panel side cover.

NOTE: The instrument panel side cover is held in place with four pins.

Step Two:

2. Unhook the strap.

Step Three:

3. Remove the glove box by detaching the one clip on the side.

Step Four:

4. Remove the air filter cover by detaching the five clips.

Step Five:

5. Unhook the air filter and draw it out.

Step Six:

6. Replace the air filter with a new one.

7. Install the air filter cover.

8. Install the glove box.

Step Seven:

9. Attach the strap to the hook.

Step Eight:

10. Secure the glove box with the one clip.

11. Install the instrument panel side cover.

Step Nine:

12. Label installation

Attach the caution label to the drivers door.

-CAUTION-
Contact your SUBARU Dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter.

- Reduction of the air flow through the vents.

- Windshield gets easily fogged or misted.
-NOTE-
The filter can influence the air conditioning, heating and defroster performance if not properly maintained.