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Coolant Filler Tank: Removal

WARNING: The radiator is pressurized. Wait until the engine cools down before working on the radiator. 
  1. Drain the coolant about 3.0 l (3.2 US qt, 2.6 Imp qt). Refer to DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant.
  2. Remove the air cleaner upper cover and air intake boot. Refer to REMOVAL , Air Cleaner.
  3. Remove the air cleaner element.
  4. Disconnect the engine coolant hoses from coolant filler tank.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Engine Coolant Hoses From Coolant Filler Tank
    G00995649Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the bolts and nut which install coolant filler tank.
  6. Disconnect the engine coolant hose which connects under side of coolant filler tank.
  7. Remove the coolant filler tank.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolts & Nut Which Installing Coolant Filler Tank
    G00995650Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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