Subaru Outback (BR): Ignition Switch Illumination
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the steering column cover.
- Remove the screws by turning the steering wheel to right and left.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5598.png)
- Release the claws and remove the steering column lower cover.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5599.png)
- Separate the steering column upper cover and steering upper cover, and
remove the steering column
upper cover.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5600.png)
3) Remove the bulb socket and ignition switch illumination bulb.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5601.png)
NOTE:
If the bulb socket is faulty, replace the ignition key lock. <Ref. to SL-58,
Ignition Key Lock.>
B: INSTALLATION
Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
C: INSPECTION
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5602.png)
Day Time Running Resistor
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove the front bumper face assembly. <Ref. to EI-39, REMOVAL, Front
Bumper.>
2) Remove the daytime running resistor.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Remove the bolt, and remove the daytime running resistor.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5603.png)
B: INSTALLATION
1) Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
Daytime running resistor: 7.5 N*m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
2) Adjust the fog light beam. (Model with fog light) <Ref. to LI-41, FOG
LIGHT AIMING, ADJUSTMENT, Front
Fog Light Assembly.>
Reflex Reflector
A: REMOVAL
From behind the bumper, release the claws and remove the reflex reflector.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5604.png)
B: INSTALLATION
Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
Door Switch
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the door switch.
- Remove the screws, and pull out the door switch.
- Disconnect the connector and remove the door switch.
![Subaru Outback. Lighting System](images/books/1057/subaru_outback_ignition_switch_illumination_5605.png)
B: INSTALLATION
Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
C: INSPECTION
Refer to "CHECK DOOR SWITCH" of "Interior Light System". <Ref. to LI-16,
CHECK DOOR SWITCH., INSPECTION,
Interior Light System.>
READ NEXT:
A: SPECIFICATION
B: COMPONENT
1. FRONT WIPER
Wiper rubber
Wiper blade ASSY
Wiper arm ASSY
Pivot cover B
Wiper link ASSY
Pivot cover C
Wiper motor assembly
A: WIRING DIAGRAM
1. WIPER AND WASHER (FRONT)
Refer to "Front Wiper and Washer System" in the wiring diagram. <Ref. to
WI-169, WIRING DIAGRAM, Front
Wiper and Washer System.>
2. WIPER AND WASHE
SEE MORE:
A: SPECIFICATION
1. 2.5 L MODEL
2. 3.6 L MODEL
B: COMPONENT
1. STARTER
Starter housing
Magnet switch ASSY
Shift lever
Starter seal
Overrunning clutch ASSY
Washer
Planetary gear
Starter plate
Yoke
Armature
Brush holder ASSY
Drain
To change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation or deactivation,
do the following.
1. Disarm the alarm system. Refer to “Disarming the system” F2-18.
2. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all doors (and the rear gate (Outback)).
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “O
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