Subaru Outback: Rear combination lights
Legacy
NOTE
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
1. Turn the knobs of the cover 90 degrees counterclockwise to remove the cover.
1) Brake/tail and rear side marker light 2) Rear turn signal light 3) Back-up light
2. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. Use pliers if necessary.
3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and replace it with a new one.
4. Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks.
5. Securely lock the cover against the trunk trim.
Outback
1. Undo the clips. For the method to undo the clips, refer to “Type C clips” F11-6.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Remove the upper and lower screws.
4. Slide the rear combination light assembly straight rearward and remove it from the vehicle.
1) Tail and rear side marker light
2) Brake light
3) Rear turn signal light
5. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and replace it with a new one.
7. Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks.
8. Reinstall the rear combination light assembly by sliding the two-pronged part of the combination light assembly securely to each holder of the vehicle side.
9. Tighten the upper and lower screws.
10. Reinstall the side cover.
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Tail/Back-up light (Outback)
1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the light cover as shown in the illustration,
and pry the light cover off from the rear gate trim.
1) Back-up light
2) Tail light
2. Turn the bulb socket c
Outback
1. Remove the mounting screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Remove the lens.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Install a new bulb.
5. Reinstall the lens.
6. Tighten the mounting screw
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving
with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
● The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always
maintain a safe following distance from o
Driving on grades
● Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if necessary,
use 1st gear) in order to utilize the overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
● When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically
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