7-3 . Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Blown fuse
� Type C
Normal fuse Blown fuse
■ After a fuse is replaced
●When installing the lid , make sure that the tab is installed securely .
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced , a bulb may need replacement .
●If the replaced fuse blows again ,
have the vehicle inspected SUB- ARU dealer .
■ If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow , protecting the wiring harness from
damage .
■ When replacing an electronic component , such as a lights , etc .
SUBARU recommends that you use genuine SUBARU products
designed for this vehicle . Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent overload ,
non-genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable .
WARNING
■ To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions . Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle , and possibly a
fire or injury .
●Never use a fuse of a higher
amperage rating than that indicated , or use any other object in
place of a fuse .
●Always use a genuine SUBARU fuse or equivalent . Never replace a fuse with a
wire , even as a temporary fix .
●Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes .
NOTICE
■ Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired SUBARU dealer as soon as possible .
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Maintenance and care