Subaru Forester: Replacing bulbs / Backup light

- 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.

- Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and remove it.

- Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it.
- Install the bulb socket by turning it
clockwise.
- Route the wire as shown in the
illustration.

- Install the light cover on the rear gate.
Other information:
General precautions when starting engine
WARNING
Never start the engine from outside
the vehicle (except when
using the remote engine start
system). It may result in an accident.
Do not leave the engine running
in locations with poor ventilation,
such as a garage and indoors...
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