Subaru Forester: Headlights (models without HID headlights) - Replacing bulbs - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Headlights (models without HID headlights)

Halogen headlight bulbs become

Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. If you touch the bulb surface with bare hands or greasy gloves, fingerprints or grease on the bulb surface will develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. If there are finger prints or grease on the bulb surface, wipe them away with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol.

NOTE
- If headlight aiming is required, consult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim.

- It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.

Headlights (models with HID headlights)
High-intensity-discharge (HID) bulbs are used for the low beams of the headlights. These HID bulbs use an extremely high voltage. To avoid the risk of an electric shock that could result ...

Low beam light bulbs
Right-hand side 1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct (right-hand side). Left-hand side 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the secured ...

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Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.Alight to the left of the butt ...

Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the two jack attachments points should be used. They are specially reinforced to bear the weight of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed ...

Gear shift indicator
The gear shift indicator illuminates briefly at the recommended gear change point (upshift). The shift indicator will not illuminate while Cruise control is active and is not being overridden ...