How many headlight bulbs are in a Subaru Forester?
Subaru (when the timing belt and recall on the fuel filter were done) put 194 bulbs in, not 168. The passenger “eyebrow” bulb had fallen out and was sitting inside the fixture when I took it apart. I did the heatgun instead of the oven method.
Do you need to seal the headlight assemblies?
I bought clear sealant to put on the headlight assemblies. Only the passenger side has the moisture, but going ahead and doing both at once. Questions… 1. Do the assemblies have to be removed to re-seal them?
Are there FMVSS 108 compliant headlight replacement parts?
All of the parts carried on Go-Parts.com are FMVSS 108 compliant, as the designs have endured extensive testing. Our manufacturers only produce replacement lights that meet the highest of industry standards, ensuring on-road safety and reducing the probability of breakdowns in component construction.
How do you remove a forester headlight from a car?
One is located on the top of the headlight, one near the backside side of the headlight and two more that are on inside near the grill location. Removing these leaves a white clip keeping the headlight adhered to the car. You can push in the small tabs on the top and bottom will release it from the car.
Where is the turn signal socket on a forester?
You can undo the sidemarker and turn signal socket near the fender side of the headlight on both sides. When those are removed all that is left is the main headlight socket that powers the high and low beam. Completing all that will leave you with a headlight in your hands or on the ground if you forgot to hold on to it.
What’s the best way to remove a headlight?
Now you can use a proper push clip remover tool or you can go for it with a a flat head screwdriver. With you car parked and secured from moving we can start by opening up the hood. With the hood open we will locate the push clips that run in between the two headlights.