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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTEXTERIOR LIGHTSLIGHTING SYSTEM (SERVICE INFORMATION)AUTO HEADLIGHT BEAM LEVELER SYSTEMPROCEDURENOTES
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System: Procedure: Notes
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Notes
When parts related to the auto headlight beam leveler system are removed or replaced, perform the following procedures to initialize or reinitialize.
NOTE:
Before performing initialization or reinitialization, check the following:
- The vehicle is parked on a level surface.
- The inflation pressure of tires is correct.
- The vehicle does not have load.
- Vehicle's fuel tank is fully filled.
- Refer to the following chart to determine whether to initialize or reinitialize.
| Initialization | When the auto headlight beam leveler CM was replaced with a new module. |
| Reinitialization |
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CAUTION:
If the indicator does not flash three times or the headlight beam does not operate, it can be assumed that there is an open circuit or faulty wiring in the harness of the auto headlight beam leveler CM, vehicle height sensors or headlight assembly. Perform inspection and repair according to the inspection results, then perform initialization/reinitialization again.
- Initialization: < Ref. to INITIALIZATIONΒ , PROCEDURE, Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System. >
- Reinitialization: < Ref. to REINITIALIZATIONΒ , PROCEDURE, Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System. >
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.