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Engine Oil Filter: Removal

CAUTION: If the engine oil is spilt over exhaust pipe or the under cover, wipe it off with cloth to avoid emitting smoke or causing a fire.

Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the under cover. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Under Cover.>
Remove the oil filter.
- Oil filter (Black)
  Remove using the ST.
  
  ST 18332AA000 OIL FILTER WRENCH (OUTER DIAMETER: 68 MM (2.68 IN) FOR OIL FILTER)
- Oil filter (Blue)
  Remove using a general tool (65/67 mm 14 Flutes).
  
  Fig 1: Removing Oil Filter
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.