2000 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 396

Maintenance and service J Dome/Rear map reading lights (if equipped) D While sitting in the vehicle, be sure to touch the metal frame of the vehicle to allow all static electricity to be discharged prior to replacing bulbs. D Always use recommended replacement bulbs. CAUTION HBB037BA HBB038BA 1. Remove the dome light lens as follows: Insert a small flat-tipped screwdriver into the center slot in the front edge of the lens and lever the lens downward in such a way that it may be bowed and disengaged from the mounting tabs. 2. To replace the dome light bulb (center bulb): remove the dome light by pulling it out of its retainer clips, then insert a new bulb into the retainer clips. 3. To replace the map light bulbs: use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two mounting screws located on either side of the lamp assembly. Pull the assembly downward out of the headliner. At this time, use care not to touch the circuit board. 4. Remove the necessary bulb socket from the circuit board by grasping it on the backside of the lamp assembly and twisting counterclockwise to disengage. 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb by pushing it into the socket. - CONTINUED - 11-57