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When Removing LH Side

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WARNING: Because the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTION: The HID type uses very high voltages for the lighting circuit. Make sure that the power supply is turned OFF before working.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Detach the flange section on the bumper face - front left side.
    1. Remove each bumper clip.
      Fig 1: Locating Bumper Clips
      G09484221Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Apply protective tape (A) to the light assembly - head.
    3. Release the clips, and while pushing up the lower side (a) of the bumper face - front, remove in the order from (b) to (e).
      CAUTION: Do not pull forcibly. It may damage the flange sections of the bumper face - front.
      Fig 2: Applying Protective Tape To Headlight Assembly
      G09484005Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the light assembly - head.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the light assembly - head, fender COMPL - front, and bumper face - front.
    1. Disconnect connectors.
    2. Remove the bolts and clips, and remove the light assembly - head.
      Fig 3: Locating Headlight Assembly Screws, Clip And Connector
      G09484223Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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