If both are non functional then it is probably a fuse.
If it is just the clock that works sometimes then it is probably weak solder and the clock needs to be repaired. Check out www.autoclockrepair.com for a very reasonable repair solution, removal instructions, and more.
Here's a video that demonstrates how to change the clock light. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L11UQk7G23U
If your Subaru clock has stopped working, it is most likely not the fuse. There is a defect in these clocks that causes them to stop working after a few years. Fortunately, this defect is quite easy to repair using only a soldering iron. Complete instructions on this repair can be found at: http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f77/oh-no-my-clock-doesnt-work-3350/ If you don't feel like you want to get into all the technicals of how to repair the clock yourself, it can be repaired at a reasonable rate at subaru-clock.com or on eBay from a variety of vendors.
I don't think there's a fuse for it.Try this link, it fixed my clock problem.http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f77/oh-no-my-clock-doesnt-work-3350/
Which Forester, and which time? Are you talking about a clock or engine timing? Is the clock stand-alone or on a radio? Is it the factory radio? --Ken
well mine is a 1998 , if yours is same body,just take a small screwdriver and pry bezel out gently, then just unplug, for clock use same small screwdriver to pop clock from bezel, fyi if it's not working likely one or more small resitors has a bad solder joint or has fallen out completely, if you are comfortable you can take clock apart, and resolder the joints on the three small rectangular resistors, they have numbers on them and on the board to show where they go, my one resistor fell out when i took clock apart,resoldered them and it is working fine now, also a guy on eBay will fix it for around 20 dollars plus what it costs to ship to him, good luck
If the clock in your Toyota Matrix has stopped working, it is probably due to a manufacturing defect of the clock that shows up after a number of years. Your Toyota Matrix clock can be professionally repaired for a modest fee at subaru-clock.com. You will also find technical tips on it's removal by contacting Dr. Clock at that website.
If your Subaru clock has stopped working, it is most likely not the fuse. There is a defect in these clocks that causes them to stop working after a few years. Fortunately, this defect is quite easy to repair using only a soldering iron. Complete instructions on this repair can be found at: http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f77/oh-no-my-clock-doesnt-work-3350/ just like to add to all the sooby owners this works like a charm, just be care ful not to lose a resitor while disasembling
The process is quite straight forward; with a small flathead screwdriver, butterknife, or small key, gently insert into the upper left side of the bezel until it pops. Then repeat on the right side until the bezel completely pops out. Then remove the clock/bezel, unclip the wiring harness from the clock and remove the clock from the bezel. It generally takes 2-3 minutes, just work slowly. Check out my bio page for the website that gives you a pictorial on how to do so.
Working all the time, around all hours of the clock.
The top clocks in the Forester had bad solders when they were made. If you have a bit of soldering know-how it is really quite simple to repair. Pull the clock out and you'll notice that 1 or 2 of the chips on the right of the screen may have broken away from the board. Resolder these on very carefully and the clock should function correctly.Added for help in locating the break:Look for the 510. That's the usual spot. You will need a magnifying visor to see it. If it looks bubbly but not broken its the culprit. They had soldering issues.Check out the seller atjoefan on eBay. He has repaired over 200 clocks for a very economical price and offers a lifetime warranty to boot. Can't beat that!
The oldest working clock in the world is the turret clock in Salisbury Cathedral, England.
it is in large park near forester prep school