Here’s an easy way on how to replace the low beam headlight bulbs on a 2009 – 2014 Subaru Outback without removing the front bumper! This job at the dealer or independent shop will easily cost you over $100 bucks, so save yourself some money and just do it yourself.
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Recommended bulbs:
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The products above should also be available at your local auto parts store if you prefer to get them locally!
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Was in a hurry doing it myself at Autozone. I didn't think to go through the wheelwell. Thanks mate.
Yep this definitely was an engineer's design on a Friday afternoon, for a long weekend. I take the wheels off just to give me more space. Thanks for the post.
Thanks, it is a great video. But, between this, the oil consumption, premature wheel bearing wear, not even a temperature gauge like if it were a lawnmower, I will never buy a Subaru again, especially the newer models.
Update
Thank you brother, I went ahead and replaced both with supposedly brighter and longer lasting ones. Broke only one clip, so not too bad for the 1st time lol. Again, thanks, could not have done it without your video…
Why subaru make things hard ?
My mommy got a 2010 outback….. and the same problem just happened….
Thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you!! I just changed both bulbs by using your video and it took me about 30 minutes! I think I can cut that time down now that I know how to do it!!
Thanks a million! My Outback has 200,000 miles on it and runs great. HOWEVER, Subaru knows they have issues with bulbs burning out much earlier than normal! Next time-TOYOTA!
Thanks for the video!
SOA originally had a recall on these bulbs several years ago for the generation 4's when they first came out (reliability)… The point is this: which bulb is going to give us the best MTBF (mean time between failure) rating? After all replacing them again will be another freaking hassle right? Sylvania, Phillips, or whoever, which one is the best quality from this perspective??? (Am willing to pay more for gods sake!)
Hate suburus, thanks bongbong!
In and out in 30 minutes. You rock!
What about the high beams?
Thank you sir. I will be replacing my bulb tomorrow before I get pulled over for it
Awesome video. Thank you!
Thank you for this informative and on point video.!
Subaru went great lengths to make this a cumbersome DIY project. I did it myself and having the grommet pry tool is a must!!
The plastic cap is really tight and I cannot get it off to save my life. Any advice?
Legend thankyou