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Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System: Procedure: REINITIALIZATION
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION REINITIALIZATION
- Bounce the vehicle several times to normalize the suspension.
- Make certain that someone is seated in the driver's seat.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON, and, within 1.5 - 10 seconds, turn the lighting switch OFF → ON five or more successive times.
- Check that the headlight beam drops once, then returns to normal.
- After confirming 4), turn the ignition switch to OFF within 30 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON again, and within 1.5 - 10 seconds, turn the lighting switch OFF → ON five or more successive times.
- Make sure that the indicator in the meter flashes three times and then turns OFF, indicating that reinitialization has been successfully completed. (At this time, the headlight beam drops once, and then returns to the original position.)
- Perform beam adjustment for the headlight. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Headlight Assembly. >
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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.