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Robcor64

Member Since 03 Aug 2018
Offline Last Active May 10 2019 09:48 PM
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Forester Headlight Seal Leaking

08 May 2019 - 09:10 AM

As many of you would be aware, Forester headlight seals are notorious for leaking (esp my 11/05 model). Up until recently, I have replaced my headlight bulb approx. 10 times in the last 18 months. After protracted searches and phone calls to purchase a secondhand replace at a reasonable price (avg price quoted - AUD $350.00) I had resigned myself to the fact that I would have to pay far more money than I wanted too or keep replacing the burnt out/blown bulbs. That was until recently, when I purchased an aerosol can of RUST-OLEUM LeakSeal clear flexible rubber coating sealant from Bunnings (AUD $15.90).
I followed the instructions on the tin, applied 2 coats along the top seal of the headlight, waited for it to cure and then used a black permanent marker for aesthetics. Now after approx. 5 months, numerous storms and weather events, car washes etc - not one bulb has burnt out/blown bulb.
I highly recommend anyone experiencing similar issues to try this very economical fix and save yourself over AUD $330.00 in purchasing a secondhand replacement headlight assembly.
I hope this may assist some of you.

Have a great day.

Rob

November 2005 Subaru Forester Headlight & Highbeam Adjustment

03 August 2018 - 07:28 PM

Hello Everyone,

I just purchased the above model Subaru as a Bizabout - similar to a Runabout except to drive for a economical car for work.
Can someone please tell me how to adjust the head light and high beam lights in this model.
Is there a separate adjustment for the headlight and the highbeam globes?
I appreciate any assistance available - thank you.

Regards
Rob