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  1. Lighting and Electrical
    Hello, I have a 2018 Forester (I cannot ever remember what trim :rolleyes:) that does not have automatic headlights, but if I leave the setting on "on," the lights turn off when I remove the key. I was told it is fine to leave them "on" all the time when I purchased the car. Flash forward to Aug...
  2. Lighting and Electrical
    We have a 2007 Forester, imported from Japan (chassis SG5-121164) whose right (driver side) headlight needs to be replaced, full assembly. I looked on eBay and found this...
  3. Lighting and Electrical
    My 2021 Forester Touring has headlight problems and our dealer says headlights are not adjustable. The ‘cliff’ between light and dark on dims is so close to the car that it’s dangerous to drive at night. There is no way possible we would spot a deer crossing near us given the nature of the...
  4. Lighting and Electrical
    So by now most people are figuring out that in the United States only 2 of the forester models came with a full C light. Personally this really bummed me out when I got mine. I’m curious if anyone has looked it already blacking out the ugly chrome where the C light would have been, what people...
  5. Lighting and Electrical
    Hey all, first post here so go easy on me! I've got an 2018 base that I was thinking about swapping the headlight assemblies on to something a little better looking (brighter too hopefully). I noticed that the headlight assemblies for the 2014-2016 models are listed differently form the...
  6. New Headlights

    I bought these headlamps from HID Retrofit Kit. I'm happy with them as they're bright, stock in appearance, and relocate the daytime running lights to an LED c-light. — https://hidretrofitkit.com/custom-headlights/2014-2018-subaru-forester-black-headl — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4Icg2izFBE
  7. New Headlights

    I bought these headlamps from HID Retrofit Kit. Happy with them as they're bright, stock in appearance, and relocate the daytime running lights to an LED c-light. — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4Icg2izFBE
  8. Lighting and Electrical
    I have a 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i and I have gone through 5 headlights in 2 years and only put 10k miles a year on my car. The headlights have had a life span of 50 hours then I got the honks 50,000 hour life span led headlights and they still burn out at 4-6 months. Does anyone know what could...
  9. Lighting and Electrical
    Hello there I was wondering if somebody out there might possibly be able to share the wiring diagram for the steering responsive LED headlights for the 2019 Forester if they happen to have it. I am wanting to install a small light bar and have it switch on and off with my high beams. What I was...
  10. Lighting and Electrical
    Re MY06, do XS & XT headlights fit properly with an STi front bumper? What about STi headlights, do they fit properly with an XS or XT fog light front bumper? Also do XT headlights fit XS bumpers, and vice versa? Any tips or insights will be appreciated👍🏻
  11. Lighting and Electrical
    Hi, First time caller. I have an '07 Forester, and one of my headlights have a hole in the case and currently serves as home to a community of algae. I'm speechless about the cost of a new headlight, and am on the search for wrecked '07s to buy a used part. Do I have to use the '07 model, or...
  12. Lighting and Electrical
    Hiya Forester community! My 2002 is starting to show some quirks I can't quite figure out. He's at 260k and bought it used at 235k. Suggestions point to a loose alternator belt or needing a whole new alternator, but that seems far left field. Also I'm a full time student without a job living off...
  13. Lighting and Electrical
    My 2010 Forester has terrible headlights. Ive taken it to many mechanics who all just replace my bulb and say it's fixed but that hasn't fixed it. They're so dim that I had to align them at -15 for them to even face the road which means I cant use my Brights! Has anyone else experienced this...
  14. Lighting and Electrical
    I have a 1998 Subaru Forester that I bought as a project. I realized that the headlights, dash, and rear lights don’t work. The parking switch on top of steering wheel keeps the lights on so I’ve been using that for the brakes at night but the headlights don’t work either way. I have replaced...
  15. Lighting and Electrical
    Looking for new headlights as one is cracked and getting water in it. What's the best oem+ / aftermarket lights or slightly better upgraded, maybe LED Lights. Preferably in Australia or a website that ships to Australia. Any and All responses are appreciated, Cheers 🤙
  16. Lighting and Electrical
    See title. What else could be the issue? I replaced the bulbs once I realized they were completely out and that didn't turn them on. I checked the fuses and none of the fuses are blown. Relays were replaced and the low beams worked once -- long enough for me to get home from my friend's driveway...
  17. Lighting and Electrical
    Woke up to my battery dead this morning and my headlights are on. The key is not in the ignition and the headlight switch is set to OFF, yet the headlights are on. I do not have the tricky "Parking Light Switch" that is on older subaru's steering wheel, so it's not like that has been...
  18. FORESTER - Luv it; Like it; tell us your story
    Nearing 4 years of ownership and 55,000 miles, my 2017 US Forester XT Touring's electronic gadgets remain by far my least-liked aspect of the car. I gather most or all of these items are by design, and are not malfunctioning. I'd greatly appreciate hearing verification and/or solutions to any...
  19. Lighting and Electrical
    Hey guys. So I got an 06 Forester and I’m trying to set up some ccfl halo ring lights as my headlights. I have no clue how to go about buying the right size and installing those lights. Can anyone give me a breakdown on getting this set up?
  20. Lighting and Electrical
    Hey guys. I'm going crazy trying to fix my 1998 Subaru Forester L. A month ago I noticed my fuse for my power door locks blew. So I replaced it. Then two days ago completely unrelated I got back into my car in the evening and went to turn my lights on and noticed when I turned the light switch...
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