Where is the air filter located in the engine compartment on Subaru Forester?

The air filter is located inside a housing in the engine compartment. To access it, separate the cover halves and remove the air filter element. This involves removing the bolt holding the rear half of the air filter case, then releasing the spring clips. Loosen the intake hose clamp, then unlatch the clips to get to the air filter element. Inspect the outer surface of the filter element. If it is dirty, replace it. If it is only moderately dusty, it can be reused by blowing it clean from the back to the front surface with compressed air. However, because it is a pleated paper type filter, it cannot be washed or oiled. If it cannot be cleaned satisfactorily with compressed air, discard and replace it. While the cover is off, be careful not to drop anything down into the housing. Never drive the vehicle with the air cleaner removed, as excessive engine wear could result. Wipe out the inside of the air cleaner housing. Place the new filter into the air cleaner housing, making sure it seats properly. Installation of the housing is the reverse of removal.

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Subaru Forester Engine Air Filter
Part Number: 16546AA16A
$26.45 MSRP: $38.33
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- Other Name: Air Filter; Filter Element, Element Air Cleaner
- Replaces: 16546AA150
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2025 Subaru Forester | Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 4 Cyl 2.5L Hybrid
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Subaru Forester Element Air Cleaner
Part Number: 16546AA120
$17.22 MSRP: $24.95
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- Other Name: Element-Air Cleaner
- Replaced by: 16546AA12A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring, X, X Limited, X Premium, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo
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Subaru Forester Element Air Cleaner
Part Number: 16546AA150
$26.45 MSRP: $38.33
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 16546AA16A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2021 Subaru Forester | Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring
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Subaru Forester Element Air Cleaner
Part Number: 16546AA090
$17.22 MSRP: $24.95
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Element-Air Cleaner
- Replaced by: 16546AA10A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring | 2.0L H4
- 2009-2010 Subaru Forester | X, X Limited, XS | 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Air Filter
Part Number: 16546AA020
$12.71 MSRP: $17.95
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Element-Air Cleaner; Filter, Filter Element
- Replaces: 16546AA050
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
- 1998-1999 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Element Air Cleaner
Part Number: 16546AA080
$19.64 MSRP: $28.47
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- Other Name: Element-Air Cleaner; Filter Element
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, X, XS | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Forester Air Filter
Part Number: 16546AA070
$12.71 MSRP: $17.95
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Element-Air Cleaner
- Replaced by: 16546AA07A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2004 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S, X, XS | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 SOHC

Subaru Forester Air Filter

Subaru Forester Air Filter is one of the Forester's indispensable components that also proves the brand's focus on dependability and power. Custom built for different Subaru Forester models, this Air Filter is one of the most important components in protecting the engine since such particles damage the engine in the long run. Subaru Forester Air Filter ensures the quality air supply to the engine and traps any particle that is as small as 5 microns hence more efficiency and safety. Periodically it is a necessity to replace them due to the sourced contaminants, as a restricted air flow affects its performance and fuel mileage. Standard paper cone type Air Filter is mostly a pleated paper type which is efficient and cheap while the performance types perhaps cotton gauze or synthetic material types deliveries more air and has a service interval of up to 100,000 miles. This adaptability in the design of the Air Filter is kept in mind to match both carburetors and fuel injection engines; therefore, the Subaru Forester's standards are kept high. The new Subaru Forester stands out as having a responsive and powerful engine besides being equipped with a full complement of driver assists after its release, assigning the compact SUV segment. As part of the Subaru Forester system, the Air Filter has been designed and assembled using first-rate equipment and materials and; thus, increases the vehicle's performance and reliability, hence the reputation of Subaru.

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Q: Where is the air filter located in the engine compartment on Subaru Forester?
A:
The air filter is located inside a housing in the engine compartment. To access it, separate the cover halves and remove the air filter element. This involves removing the bolt holding the rear half of the air filter case, then releasing the spring clips. Loosen the intake hose clamp, then unlatch the clips to get to the air filter element. Inspect the outer surface of the filter element. If it is dirty, replace it. If it is only moderately dusty, it can be reused by blowing it clean from the back to the front surface with compressed air. However, because it is a pleated paper type filter, it cannot be washed or oiled. If it cannot be cleaned satisfactorily with compressed air, discard and replace it. While the cover is off, be careful not to drop anything down into the housing. Never drive the vehicle with the air cleaner removed, as excessive engine wear could result. Wipe out the inside of the air cleaner housing. Place the new filter into the air cleaner housing, making sure it seats properly. Installation of the housing is the reverse of removal.