2000-2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback and ALL Baja Instrument Panel Light Replacement

[@robwhite6824]

Thank you for this video, it is very helpful. I bought an Outback and don't recall being told the fuel and heat lights were out before I learned the hard way. I am lucky I didn't blow my engine on the highway yesterday for being used to having light sensors!

[@amandadavis5873]

Thanks! Appreciate the video. Was able to change my own dash lights with it. Saved myself $300 as I was quoted from a couple mechanics to do it for me. Thanks again!

[@LesSummer]

Glad I found this. I failed my emissions again. It appears my CEL is not on at all. I don't know what else it could be other than a burned out cluster bulb. I have not removed the cluster for a while, so this video was really helpful!!

[@rayraystar2]

Me tooo!! The only thing wrong with her

[@bruceyyyyy]

Are you saying that if I remove an 02 sensor it won't throw a CEL?

[@Conn88]

I could pull the engine faster than replacing a light bulb.

[@Tishers]

Nobody can say that you are the dim bulb out of the box. Nicely done! Time to break out the plastic cleaner and an old toothbrush to scrub down all of the plastic parts; you will never get to those again. (hi from Tishers on the forum)

[@judyobrien5892]

Okay then...now I know. And I may just give this an attempt. Thanks for an easy to follow DYI video

[@billybradford]

I just fixed the dim dash lights in our Outback, thanks so much!

[@eklepac1395]

A very good video on a rather lengthy process. Thanks!!!

[@Byctap]

A professional mechanik told me recently that it takes 1.5 hour to replace this bulb in Subary dealer center. Of course I believe him.

[@bruceyyyyy]

Whats the shop rate?

[@waynep72]

I just got an estimate of about $600 to replace these bulbs.

[@josepho5055]

FWIW the original Subaru bulb with the blue sleeve/covering is available from Subaru Dealers the Subaru part number is 85068AE070 - this is the blub and socket assembly they are for 1995 to 2006 vehicles

[@brianmartin7964]

I know the bigger bulbs are #194 what are the smaller bulbs number? (2002 Sub Outback limited)

[@timgraham7851]

74

[@ricke6854]

If you wanted to replace all bulbs in the dash, how many of each type ( 74 & 194 (?) ) would you need to order ? Does anybody know of a good aftermarket brand to use ??

[@mr.grimms4645]

The replacement bulbs I got don't fit in the tiny bulb slots. There's also a large light I can't find a replacement for either

[@mr.grimms4645]

Update: the tiny bulbs are not replaceable but I didn't really need to replace them. The large one is a T10 size

[@PlayfulCiciRex]

Great video! Thank you for the easy istructions

[@billmccallum66]

Great video!! I noticed at 7:32m the clock and trip meter debris inside the cluster, same as my 2002 Liberty (Australian version of Legacy). Does anyone know if there is any way to access/clean these? Vacuuming from outside is no help at all!)

[@Later_Nerd]

Replacing the dash lights and dome lights with brand new LEDs goes a long towards breathing new life into an older car. You could redo the whole interior for like $25 and it makes a huge difference. Pair that with a thorough cleaning and installing an Android Auto/Apple Car Play head unit and for around $200 you can make your early 2000s car feel so much more modern. It's not that difficult to do it all yourself either.

[@BinskAndSmackers]

If I use the replacement lights without the blue sleeve will it still be green after installing it? Like is there a green filter that it passes through before the gauges? I’m trying to replace them this week!!

[@tpwcrash7883]

The blue sleeve paired with the yellow light makes the dash light up green you would need the sleeve if you want it to stay green

[@jollygreen6328]

Awesome, just got a 2000 outback and the tac light went out, a little important with a standard trans. I realize this is a year late One suggestion is put the years in the video so more people can find this easily.

[@bruceyyyyy]

I thought I did but looks like I missed it! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@vberger2]

After replacing the instrument cluster bulbs, none are working as well as the RPM needle not working- Any tips?

[@jasonharrod3070]

Thank made the job of swapping a faulty temp sensor under 15 minutes

[@davesweeney9466]

Does this access the LCD display lighting? Im assuming so.

[@One.Antonio41]

Should I disconnect the battery?

[@cajunaggie9815]

Thanks @bruceyyyyy My daughter's '00 OB Wagon needs these replaced. Regarding the banner hanging from the rear view mirror, my wife has a window decal on the back of her '08 OB that has that same saying. "Not All Wander Are Lost". :-)

[@bruceyyyyy]

The wife loves hers too!

[@albertomendezvincenti3020]

does the position of those bulbs matter for polarity?

[@bruceyyyyy]

I don't believe so unless using LED

[@mccoymurphy7665]

Hazzard button looked most tedious. I'll use Saws-all for that part. ; )

[@davidgrimaldos4311]

Which part of the cluster is the gear light? I don’t know where it is?

[@bruceyyyyy]

The center stack. Is yours burned out? I'm not sure if that is replaceable.

[@davidgrimaldos4311]

@@bruceyyyyy I think so, but every gear light is working except one of them is gear light in D and I don’t know how to find or take the D light bulb out from the cluster

[@micahharman1493]

I would do all the bulbs that you can get to while doing this because it's enough of a pain and you know as soon as it's all back together again you know another one will go and die and its all apart again.

[@OneCh3apTrick]

Do you know off hand what the size of the small bulbs for the check engine, oil, and etc?

[@bruceyyyyy]

I believe they're automotive type 74 bulbs. You'll need 14 I think.

[@robertllawrencejr5503]

Perfect! Thank you!

[@deanc.5984]

OMG!!!! Takes for EVER fir any first timer!

[@metroids224]

A bit of a dumb question, would those replacement bulbs still illuminate green on the dash? Thanks!

[@bruceyyyyy]

I replaced with standard bulbs and they are brighter but still show green. The illumination knob fixes the brightness issue as I can simply turn down the brightness but have it brighter than factory if desired.

[@juancarlossoto7791]

Hola, soy de chile, no he encontrado mucha ayuda. Sabes como cambiar las luces que seleccionan PRND?

[@bruceyyyyy]

Creo que debe desmontar aún más la placa de lo que se muestra aquí, ya que están soldados a la placa base. Sin embargo, he oído hablar de personas que arruinan su clúster al abrirlo más de lo que se muestra aquí. Con precaución.

[@marshaljones4118]

Hmm.. Ya know I do believe it's not bothering me that much anymore having that light out, yeup..

[@motorsportwarehouse5109]

would be helpful if you mention what YR your car is, as they are not all the same lol

[@bruceyyyyy]

00-04 Legacy/Outback. 03-06 Baja. All the same I believe.

[@qehknee1248]

Does anyone know if this would help for an 05 legacy?

[@mrswolls]

Is there an LED option so I never have to attempt this ever again

[@bruceyyyyy]

I believe so.

[@benlavine6259]

What if I don’t have metal stucco lath?

[@decemberschild12173]

What a pita!...THanks....only the right side of my dash is out...think Ill wait til its all dark,,,,any tips on determining which bulbs are bad or are they so cheap you do all?

[@bruceyyyyy]

I got all 4 for less than $5

[@terryh4285]

How many bulbs total does it take to change all of the bulbs?

[@bruceyyyyy]

I believe 4.

[@MrRustyB100]

4 of the "big" bulbs, yes. But you pulled out a smaller bulb also. It looks like there are more of the smaller bulbs, yes?

[@bruceyyyyy]

@@MrRustyB100 Correct. However I believe that each model, trim, etc will have a different number of bulbs. Not VDC cars won't have the VDC and Trac light. Non Baja won't have the pass through icon. Etc. They're likely all the same bulb though so buying a couple extra won't be much issue.

[@carlarichards375]

All of mine went out at the same time. I think it's my dimmer switch. No dash, trans heating or radio.

[@bruceyyyyy]

Fuse?

[@Beandipilicious]

2003 Baja owner here, thanks for this video! I currently have two bulbs out and will be doing it myself thanks to your video!! One question though, what is the yellow tool you're using? Kinda looks like a spork???

[@bruceyyyyy]

It's a plastic trim removal tool. Pretty handy piece when working with trim since it's a lot harder to leave marks. You can also use a plastic knife but they aren't as strong.

[@Marshall24601]

That is a trim lever. Made to pop plastic parts off. They are tapered to slid into tight spaces and bend without causing much damage. You can find them at any auto parts store.

[@Beandipilicious]

@@Marshall24601 Thank you

[@Beandipilicious]

@@bruceyyyyy Thank you!

[@MrRustyB100]

Your local Harbor Freight Tools has a 4- or 5-pack for $3-$5

[@foxwitme51]

Thanks for the simple video bud. Do you know how to fix the heated seats for an 03 outback. I can't find the fuse for it. Thanks

[@bruceyyyyy]

I would guess the Element is burned up in the seat. It's the only time I've seen it fail.

[@rodgerbirgen8242]

Two screws and you are looking at the cluster four screws cluster is out

[@BarakTheWonderer]

Thanks more doing this video. :)

[@bruceyyyyy]

Thanks for watching! I have several how to guides from the VDC Baja project coming.

[@jeremyclark9176]

Do the 4 main bulbs illuminate the clock and odometer area as well or is that a separate bulb??

[@mushenji]

Thanks

[@bellisperennissturdivant]

2000-2004? it doesnt need green bulbs?

[@bruceyyyyy]

No it doesn't. The dash is green.

[@bellisperennissturdivant]

@@bruceyyyyy baller I'm gonna do this today thanks for the video and linking the bulbs!!

[@bruceyyyyy]

Glad I could help!

[@HandTightGarage]

You should put in the title what years this applies to.

[@bruceyyyyy]

Done. (:

[@TC-mw3cs]

5:51 ?

[@bruceyyyyy]

Not sure. The edit there?

[@DavidThompson-gr4gy]

Thanks but I'll use my flashlight at night...

[@Exz17]

Lmaooo glad I’m not the only one doing this

[@BeeRoyLee]

That’s a lot of work😢

[@adamspiels]

Cruise set bulb tho

[@bruceyyyyy]

What huh?

[@adamspiels]

@@bruceyyyyy idk light above the full "f" turns on when you set the cruise

[@auroraXploration]

thanks !

[@vermili0n]

It’s crazy to me that people pay for stuff like this… so many things are easy to fix on a car.

[@rodgerbirgen8242]

Why pull all them parts off .thats unessary

[@bruceyyyyy]

The cluster won't come out without removing the trim in front of it.

[@rodgerbirgen8242]

@@bruceyyyyy YES it will

[@Exz17]

@@rodgerbirgen8242if you could post a tutorial it’d be a life saver cause I sure as hell am not going to do all this lol

[@megrai4137]

Look like it is hard to do

[@JoseGonzalez-dv6yi]

What’s the number for the bulb? 1192?