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Headlight Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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 headlight uses very high voltages for the lighting circuit. Make sure that the power is turned OFF before working.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the clips and remove the air intake duct. (When removing the headlight RH)
    Fig 1: Identifying Air Intake Duct Screws
    G05663458Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the front bumper face. < Refer to FRONT BUMPER FACE , REMOVAL, Front Bumper. >
  4. Disconnect harness connectors.
  5. Remove the bolts and clips, and remove the headlight assembly.
    Fig 2: Locating Headlight Assembly Bolts
    G05663459Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.