Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Replacing bulbs

Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Replacing bulbs

WARNING

Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, turn off the lights and wait until the bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is a risk of sustaining a burn injury.

CAUTION

Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage.

Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire. For the specified wattage of each bulb, refer to "Bulb chart" F12-13.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands.

When holding the glass portion is unavoidable, hold it using a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.

Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

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