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:
You must perform the following maintenance services to ensure good
emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle services
to protect your warranty. Where both the mileage and date are shown,
the frequency of service you need is based on whichever occurs first...
Using an electronic chirp, the power rear
gate will give you an audible signal before
starting its operation. If desired, the audible
signal can be turned off by a SUBARU
dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for
details.
For models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”, you can turn
the audible signal off by operating the
combination meter display (color LCD)...