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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