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This guide is to replace the engine air intake filter on a 2008-2013 Subaru Forester.
Subaru Forester manuals suggest that every 15,000-30,000 miles, the engine air filter should be replaced. If the engine air filter is not replaced in the correct time frame, the car will lose power and consume more fuel. Replacing the filter will prevent damage to the engine, save on carbon emissions, and save money.
Some of the Subaru Forester models of this generation have a turbocharged engine (like the one shown in this guide), but the process is the same for non-turbocharged models. If you have a turbocharged model with a hood scoop, it’s more important to keep the engine air filter replaced on time since the hood scoop sucks in more debris compared to other non-turbocharged models.
Make sure to turn off your vehicle before you begin.
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Pull the hood release latch under the driver's dashboard to unlock the hood.
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Press on the latch under the hood to expose the engine.
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Locate the engine air intake holding and hose.
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Unclip and separate the sensor and sensor cable on top of the holding.
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Move the sensor cable to the side to prevent it from getting in the way.
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Unlatch the metal clips keeping the holding together.
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Use a 1/4" flat screwdriver to loosen the metal hose fastener on the engine air intake hose.
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Remove the engine air intake hose from the holding.
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Move the engine air intake hose to the side to prevent it from getting in the way.
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Separate the two sides of the holding from each other.
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Remove the back panel of the holding to add space to remove the engine air filter.
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Remove the old engine air intake filter from the holding.
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Insert the new engine air intake filter into the holding in the same position as the old filter.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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