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:
It is possible to perform the following
operations when you are carrying the
access key fob.
Lock and unlock the doors.
Lock and unlock the rear gate.
Lock and unlock the fuel filler lid.
NOTE
It is not possible to lock the doors,
rear gate and fuel filler lid using the
keyless access function when the
push-button ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position...
If a door or the rear gate is not completely
closed, the interior lights will remain
illuminated as a result. However, several
lights are automatically turned off by the
battery drainage prevention function to
prevent the battery from discharging...