2002 Subaru Forester (SG) — Repair Solution

2.0L EJ202 4cyl 16v SOHC MPFI Petrol Manual · Exterior Lighting · Electrical

Subaru Forester (SG) Exterior Lighting Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Forester (SG)
Year: 2002
Engine: 2.0L EJ202 4cyl 16v SOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 233,000
Area: Electrical
Category: Exterior Lighting

Customer Complaint

The headlights, including low beam, high beam, and park lights, do not operate.

Problem Summary

Only the brake lights, reverse lights, and indicators were functioning. The park lights would only operate when switched on using the manual switch above the steering column.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBSG02445
Vehicle2002 Subaru Forester (SG)
Engine2.0L EJ202 4cyl 16v SOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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