Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2013 Subaru Outback Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 30 (Lighting System): General Description: Specification
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| Headlight | Low beam (Halogen type) | 12 V - 55 W |
| Low beam (HID type) | 12 V - 35 W | |
| High beam | 12 V - 60 W | |
| Front turn signal light | 12 V - 21 W | |
| Parking light | 12 V - 5 W | |
| Front fog light | 12 V - 51 W | |
| Side turn signal light | 12 V - 1.4 W (LED) | |
| Front side marker light | 12 V - 5 W | |
| Rear combination light | Tail/stop light | 12 V - 5 / 21 W |
| Turn signal light | 12 V - 21 W | |
| Back-up light | 12 V - 21 W | |
| License plate light | 12 V - 5 W | |
| High-mounted stop light | 9 light bulb type | 12 V - 3.3 W (LED) |
| 12 light bulb type | 12 V - 3.8 W (LED) | |
| Room light | 12 V - 8 W | |
| Spot map light | 12 V - 8 W | |
| Luggage room light | 12 V - 13 W | |
| Door step light | 12 V - 5 W | |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.