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Impreza Aftermarket headlights Install Guide

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This page covers the non-turbo Impreza, including the 2.5RS, Outback Sport and RS. It doesn't cover the WRX or STI.

Sharper front end
Medium$150–$4501–3 hrs
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Why do it

Black housings change the look of the whole front of the car.

Tools you'll need

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Before you start

  • Have a helper hold the bumper when it comes off. Lay it on a blanket.
  • Have a helper hold the bumper when it comes off. Lay it on a blanket.
  • Have a helper hold the bumper when it comes off. Lay it on a blanket.

Steps

  1. Open up the front

    • Open the hood and undo the trim screw.
    Watch this step (Spec-D, on a 1995-2001 Impreza) (0:30–0:53)

  2. Remove the corner light

    • Pry out the corner light.
    Watch this step (0:53–1:20)

  3. Remove the headlight

    • Undo the 10mm bolts.
    Watch this step (1:20–1:57)

  4. Move the parts

    • Move the parts to the new light.
    Watch this step (1:57–2:58)

  5. Fit the new headlight

    • Connect it and tighten the bolts.
    Watch this step (2:58–3:35)

  6. Reassemble

    • Refit the corner light and grille.
    Watch this step (3:35–4:01)

  7. Remove the hood

    • Take off the hood.
    Watch this step (1A Auto, on a 2004-2007 Impreza) (0:30–4:27)

  8. Remove the headlight

    • Unbolt the old light and unplug it.
    Watch this step (4:27–6:39)

  9. Fit the new headlight

    • Plug in the new light and bolt it in.
    Watch this step (6:39–9:21)

  10. Refit the bumper

    • Refit the bumper.
    Watch this step (9:21–12:37)

  11. Aim the headlights

    • Aim the beams against a wall.
    Watch this step (12:37–14:19)

  12. Remove the hood

    • Take off the hood.
    Watch this step (1A Auto, on a 2004-2007 Impreza) (0:30–4:27)

  13. Remove the headlight

    • Unbolt the old light and unplug it.
    Watch this step (4:27–6:39)

  14. Fit the new headlight

    • Plug in the new light and bolt it in.
    Watch this step (6:39–9:21)

  15. Refit the bumper

    • Refit the bumper.
    Watch this step (9:21–12:37)

  16. Aim the headlights

    • Aim the beams against a wall.
    Watch this step (12:37–14:19)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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