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.
2017 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Rear Combination Light Assembly: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Subaru WRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect the connector, and install the light assembly rear combination.CAUTION:
- Be careful not to catch the harness in between the parts.
- Make sure that gaskets are attached on the combination light assembly. If a gasket is not attached, water leakage may occur.
Tightening torque:
7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
- Install the cover assembly rear combination light.
- Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
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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.