How To Change Headlight Assembly 96-99 Subaru Legacy
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 40 min · Subaru Legacy
Replace a headlight bulb or the full headlight assembly on a 1996-1999 Subaru Legacy.
Tools you will need
- Ratchet
- 10mm wrench
- Needle-nose pliers
- Phillips head screwdriver
Parts and supplies
- Headlight bulb
- Headlight assembly
- Parking light
Steps
- Swap just the bulb if needed
Unclip the retaining wire, remove the bulb, then fit the new one without touching the glass and clip the wire back on.
- Remove the parking light
Remove its Phillips screw, then pry it out carefully with a flat screwdriver and a rag.
- Remove the grille
Pop its clips free with pliers and set it aside.
- Remove the old headlight assembly
With the grille out of the way, unbolt the four 10mm bolts holding the assembly and lift it free.
- Install the new assembly
Set the new headlight into place and bolt the four 10mm bolts back in to secure it.
- Reinstall the grille and parking light
Clip the grille back in, then clip the parking light assembly in and refit its Phillips screw.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.