Subaru Legacy: Air filtration system
Your vehicle’s air conditioning system is equipped with an air filtration system. Replace the air filter element according to the replacement schedule shown in the following table. This schedule should be followed to maintain the filter’s dust collection ability. Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.
Replacement schedule:
Every 15 months or 15,000 miles (24,000 km) whichever comes first
CAUTION
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter.
● Reduction of the airflow 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.
Refrigerant for your climate control system
Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly refrigerant HFC134a. Therefore, the
method of adding, changing or checking the refrigerant is different from the method
for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUB ...
Replacing an air filter
1. Remove the glove box.
(1) Open the glove box.
(2) Remove the damper shaft from the glove box.
(3) Pull out the glove box.
2. Remove the cover of the air filter.
3. Remove the air filte ...
See also:
Anti-theft Alarm System Messages
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition. ...
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door or the trunk lid/
tailgate, th ...
Energy recovery
The energy of motion of the
vehicle
is converted to electrical energy
while coasting. The vehicle
battery is partially charged and
fuel consumption can be lowered. ...
