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How to Replace the Front Headlight Bulbs on Subaru Forester

Model: Subaru Forester MK 3, SH - Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Part: Headlight bulb

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Let's see how to replace the front headlight bulbs on a Subaru Forester. Open the bonnet by pulling the lever located at the bottom right of the dashboard and secure it. Locate the inspection cap of the headlight (located at the rear of the headlight) and remove it. At this point, you will find the bulbs with metal clips.

Pull the bulb holders out of the headlight and extract the damaged bulb using a screwdriver. Fit the new bulb (ensuring it is the correct type and size) and insert the bulb holder back into the headlight housing.

Finally, close the headlight with the inspection cap and test the lights for proper operation.


Updated on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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