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Day Time Running Resistor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
    NOTE: For the 12 volt engine restart battery of HEV model, disconnect the ground terminal from 12V engine restart battery sensor.
  2. Lift up the vehicle.
  3. Remove the screw and clips, and turn over the front side of the mud guard - front.
    Fig 1: Turning Front Side Of Mud Guard (Front)
    G08315120Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the resistor assembly - daytime running light.
    CAUTION: The resistor may become hot. Be careful not to burn yourself when removing it.
    1. Disconnect the connector.
    2. Remove the bolts, then remove the resistor assembly - daytime running light.
      Fig 2: Locating Day Time Running Resistor Connector And Bolt
      G08315121Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.