2009 SUBARU FORESTER map

3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear
combination light assembly by turning itcounterclockwise.
4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it with a new one.
5. Set the bulb socket into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
6. Put the rear combination light assem-
bly into place while aligning the clip with
the guide on the vehicle.
7. Tighten the upper and lower screws. &License plate light
1. Remove the mounting screws using a
Phillips screwdriver. 2. Remove the cover and lens.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.
4. Reinstall the lens and cover.
5. Tighten the mounting screws. &
Dome light, map light, cargo
area light and door step light
CAUTION
When the door is opened, the map
light illuminates and becomes very
hot. When replacing the map light
bulb, close the door and be careful
not to burn yourself.
Dome light (vehicles with moonroof) Maintenance and service
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11-52Maintenance and service
Dome light (vehicles without moonroof)
Map light
Cargo area light
Door step light
1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb. 3. Reinstall the lens. &
Other bulbs
Other bulbs may be difficult to replace.
Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
18 15A .Headlight (right hand)
19 15A .Headlight (left hand) Bulb chart
Description Wattage Bulb No.
Headlight Low beam headlight 12V-55W H11
High beam headlight 12V-60W 9005 (HB3)
Front fog light 12V-51W 9006 (HB4)
Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W
Position light 12V-5W 168 (W5W)
Front side marker light 12V-5W 168 (W5W)
Rear combination light
Brake/tail light/Rear side marker light 12V-21W/5W 7443
Rear turn signal light 12V-21W (WY21W)
Back-up light 12V-21W 7440
License plate light 12V-5W 168 (W5W)
Cargo area light 12V-13W –
Dome light 12V-8W –
Map light 12V-8W –
Door step light 12V-5W –Specifications
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14-6Index
K Key Number .................................................................. 2-2
Reminder chime. ...................................................... 3-5
Replacement ........................................................... 2-4
Keyless entry system ................................................... 2-7
Keys .......................................................................... 2-2
L
Leather seat materials ................................................ 10-5
License plate light ..................................................... 11-51
Light Cargo area .............................................................. 6-3
Control switch ........................................................ 3-24
Dome ..................................................................... 6-2
Front fog ............................................................... 3-27
Ignition switch .......................................................... 3-5
License plate ........................................................ 11-51
Map ....................................................................... 6-3
Rear combination .................................................. 11-50
Loading your vehicle .................................................. 8-11
Low fuel warning light ........................................... 3-8, 3-17
Low tire pressure warning light .................................... 3-14
Lower and tether anchorage ........................................ 1-29
M
Main fuse ................................................................. 11-45
Maintenance Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule .............................................................. 11-3
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-19 Tools
..................................................................... 9-17
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine warning light)... 3-12 Manual
Climate control system ............................................. 4-3
Seat ....................................................................... 1-3
Transmission ......................................................... 7-13
Transmission oil ................................................... 11-19
Map light .................................................................... 6-3
Maximum load limits ................................................... 8-16
Meters and gauges ...................................................... 3-5
Mirrors ...................................................................... 3-33
Moonroof ................................................................... 2-22
N
New vehicle break-in driving ......................................... 8-2
O
Odometer/Trip meter .................................................... 3-6
Oil filter ..................................................................... 11-9
Oil level Engine .................................................................. 11-8
Front differential gear ............................................ 11-21
Manual transmission ............................................. 11-19
Rear differential .................................................... 11-22
Oil pressure warning light ............................................ 3-13
On-pavement and off-road driving .................................. 8-6
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-35
Outside temperature indicator ...................................... 3-22
Overhead console ....................................................... 6-6
Overheating engine .................................................... 9-11

P ParkingBrake ................................................................... 7-31
Brake stroke ......................................................... 11-30
Tips...................................................................... 7-32
Parking your vehicle ................................................... 7-31
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel ................................................................... 7-2
Power
Door locking switch .................................................. 2-6
Seat ....................................................................... 1-4
Steering ................................................................ 7-21
Steering fluid ........................................................ 11-24
Windows ............................................................... 2-19
Precautions against vehicle modification ............... 1-22, 1-60
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-7
RRear Combination lights ................................................. 11-50
Gate ............................................................. 2-21, 9-16
Seats ..................................................................... 1-6
Rear differential Gear oil ............................................................... 11-22
Rear seat Center table ............................................................ 6-6
Folding down ........................................................... 1-9
Reclining ................................................................. 1-9
Rear turn signal ........................................................ 11-50
Rear window
Defogger button ..................................................... 3-31 Wiper and washer switch
......................................... 3-30
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-41
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 11-21
Brake fluid ........................................................... 11-26
Clutch fluid .......................................................... 11-27
OIL grade and viscosity ... 11-11, 11-12, 11-20, 11-22, 11-23
Power steering fluid .............................................. 11-25
Spark plugs ......................................................... 11-18
Refueling .................................................................... 7-3
Remote engine start system ......................................... 7-9
Remote keyless entry system ........................................ 2-7
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-29
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-39
Replacing
Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-16
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ....................... 2-10
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) . ........ 2-10
Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-46
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-51
Dome light ........................................................... 11-51
Door step light ..................................................... 11-51
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-50
Headlight ............................................................. 11-47
License plate light ................................................. 11-51
Map light ............................................................. 11-51
Position light ........................................................ 11-50
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-50
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-11
Roof rail .................................................................... 8-13 Index
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