I have a 1999 Forester, but I imagine the 2003 is similar in this regard. You don't actually need to remove the headlamp to replace the bulb. On my car, I unplug the wire from the bulb at the back of the headlamp, remove the large rubber piece around the back of the bulb, unclip the clips that hold the bulb in place, remove and replace. Cheers! Mark
This is a good answer and is so just as stated. Thanks Mark!
RicT
Turn signal lever assembly can be replaced without removing the steering wheel. See instructions at the attached link question about replacing the headlight switch on a 1999 Subaru Forester.
This was answered last week and is a simple procedure. One Phillips screw holds the parking light on in my 2000 Forester. You open the hood, remove the screw, pull the lamp assembly out and you have access to change the bulb. If you are asking about changing the whole assembly, the answer is the same. --Ken
30,000 miles
Subaru Forester was created in 1997.
The towing capacity is 2000lbs with trailer brakes, and 1000lbs without. This info pertains to a Class I hitch assembly with a 1.25" ball on a Subaru Forester 98-01. If towing with an automatic transmission, first install a transmission cooler. **2001 Subaru Forester L Owners Manual.
To replace the headlamps on a 1995 Subaru SVX, start by opening the hood and locating the headlamp assembly. Remove the retaining screws or clips holding the assembly in place, then gently pull the assembly forward. Disconnect the wiring harness from the back of the headlamp, replace the bulb by twisting it counterclockwise, and then install the new bulb by twisting it clockwise. Reconnect the wiring harness, reposition the headlamp assembly, and secure it with the screws or clips.
Subaru Forester has a timing belt.
The 2003 Subaru Forester has 16 valves.
The 2005 Subaru Forester has 16 valves.
The 2004 Subaru Forester has 16 valves.
The 2011 Subaru Forester has 16 valves.
The 2014 Subaru Forester has 16 valves.