2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek How to replace Tail, Brake, Backup or Sidemarker lights

[@annep6406]

Thank you for your videos! You’ve saved me hundreds of dollars. I’ve changed my headlights several times, license plate lights, and now I’ll be changing my tail light. Wee hoo!

[@IamWedge]

You are very welcome @Anne P Congrats on doing some simple repairs to your car on your own! I'm glad you have saved some money in the process. :) Let me know how the tail lights go for ya.

[@tasiadiz]

I am going to do exactly this with my kid (22) on my 2014 Crosstrek this week. Thanks for the video!

[@IamWedge]

Good for you @Anie Diz Learning experience for both of you. Let me know how it turns out for you.

[@kyleholmes6428]

"Don't lose your bolts. Put em up somewhere where you gonna know where they are." *Eye roll* thanks dad. But actually. Thanks dad. I love you.

[@IamWedge]

Words to Live by @Kyle Holmes. :)

[@sualocin]

I am always grateful to people who upload concise and well shot explanations on youtube for specific tasks

[@IamWedge]

Thanks @sualocin I've seen many videos that leave steps out. I want you guys and gals to be able to fix things on your vehicles. Yes, the video is a little longer. But, you get to save on the labor costs at the shop.

[@mbt1955]

Thank you IamWedge ! Your video made it simple and easy. It took me 10 minutes to remove and install a new bulb.

[@IamWedge]

Thats great @butler thorne Glad to help you out. :)

[@DLCVDA]

Just stopping by to say thank you for showing me how to do this!!! I know this was posted a while ago but wanted to make sure you know how awesome this video is! Eazy Peazy! Thank you😊

[@IamWedge]

You are very welcome @DLCVDA There are many things that people can do to their cars without having to suffer the prices of the shop rates.

[@catherineschmidt5670]

Thank you so much for posting these videos. I just changed all of the bulbs in the back by myself, and I'm not young. I regularly can do my headlights now, thanks to you, too!

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching my videos @Catherine Schmidt. Glad I was able to help you out. Nice to see that everyone is keeping their money in their pockets while doing the work themselves. Give yourself a pat on the back!

[@victoriae.2371]

Thanks! Stopped at "socket wrench" cuz that's the tip I needed, plus WHERE to unscrew. Stupid manual says to use a flat head in a Phillips screw and the illustration is from a different model. Thanks! Solved!

[@IamWedge]

Hey @Victoria E. I tried the Phillips screwdriver on that "bolt" the first time. As the bolr had never been removed before it was plenty tight and set rather well. Using a ratchet was the best means to remove it. Glad You were able to get the lens off. :)

[@darcyc5476]

Thank you so much. Your videos are easy to follow. My daughter got a used cross trek and we had to replace the low beams and the rear brake lights. You helped make it pretty easy to do.

[@IamWedge]

Glad to hear my videos were able to help out @Darcy C Now you know where to come for the rest of them. :)

[@jengates4842]

Thank you so much for posting this! I was able to replace my tail lights quickly and easily thanks to your guide. Will be doing my headlights this week following your other Crosstrek video!!

[@IamWedge]

That awesome! Nice job @jengates4842 I'm glad you found my videos to watch and learn. Let me know how the Headlights go for you. :)

[@Looking-great]

Thanks. Someone smashed into me yesterday and broke the whole lens. Gotta replace today. Now I know how to get it off, unplug, plug new one on and put back in.....

[@IamWedge]

@Henry Lee sorry to hear about your car getting damaged. Hope it was only the lens and not any body damage. Just make sure to place all the sockets in the correct spots. Take Care and good luck with the repair.

[@courtneyheney2886]

Thank you for posting this. You give such a detailed explanation and go slooooowly so its easy to follow. You are giving me the confidence to do this job on my own. So, thank you for posting this. Very VERY helpful. You're the man!

[@IamWedge]

Thank You @Courtney Heney Glad to help you out. Thanks for stopping by. Take care.

[@michellefriend8848]

Ditto.

[@katykern9261]

Thank you !!! This worked well for replacing my brake light.

[@IamWedge]

You are Welcome. Glad it worked for you @Katy Kern

[@ajones5578]

Thanks for taking the time to do this recording.

[@IamWedge]

@Allen Jones You are welcome. It was my pleasure. :)

[@jsantiagow]

Thanks a lot! It all worked just like you demonstrated in the video and voice over. Perfect!

[@IamWedge]

You are very welcome @Joel Warren Glad it worked out for you. :)

[@moonlit309]

I did it!!! I followed your instructions and it worked out. YAY!! Thank you!

[@IamWedge]

Congrats @Ms. Scullark nice Job!

[@rholland3rd]

Great video. Thank you. Do you have one on removing the rear bumper on the crosstrek?

[@IamWedge]

Thanks @rholland3rd I've never had a need to remove the rear bumper cover. The risk of me breaking clips and regretting making a video... to make a video would set in. If I had some damage to the cover I would do a remove and replace video. Hint: There are a couple locking pins in the wheel well. There are also some along the side that you would need a trim tool to remove. Then the last part would be getting the top center tabs to release.

[@projmersch]

Hey man- really appreciate the video. Nice job! I'm going to work on doing the bulb switch this weekend. Thanks again!

[@IamWedge]

You got it @projmersch Good luck with your bulb switch, let me know how it turns out.

[@jjrscjjrsc]

Followed your guidance and thank you!

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome @jjrscjjrsc

[@jimralston4789]

Thanks for the great video. You did a fantastic job. So clear and easy to follow.

[@IamWedge]

You are Welcome @Jim Ralston

[@peterbutler5597]

Thanks for the great video. That's going to save me a lot of time and fumbling!

[@IamWedge]

You got it @Peter Butler You are welcome. :)

[@diodedynamics]

Great work on this video! Very detailed. Thanks for your support!

[@IamWedge]

Thank you @Diode Dynamics for you kind comment. Thanks for stopping by. I'm already thinking of the next project. :)

[@chriscraft1245]

Thank you. Helping my son change his

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome @Chris Craft. Hope it went smoothly for the two of you.

[@nongesprit]

thank you very much great and well explain video

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome @nongesprit

[@mysteryman1778]

The 7443 u bought for the break light is white color or red color?

[@IamWedge]

The Stock 7443 bulb is clear like glass. The upgraded LED I installed is RED.

[@TippyPuddles]

Mine are white for the 7443.

[@joeyhernandez5375]

Anyone know the name of those white pins? I broke mine first time replacing the light and need to buy some new ones 😓

[@IamWedge]

The dealership will have those part numbers. They are just guide pins for the taillight housing.

[@Homefree18]

One of mine broke too and I just used JB plastic weld and put it back together, it held great.

[@reubenmolina5015]

Thank you for your videos. God bless

[@IamWedge]

You got it @reubenmolina5015

[@savannahspliedt3246]

Needed this! Thank you for posting! :)

[@IamWedge]

You got it @Savannah Spliedt Everything turn out ok for ya?

[@chrishope82666]

Nice Wedge. Love the upgrades.

[@IamWedge]

Thanks Chris. Yes, it turned out rather well.

[@TippyPuddles]

I'm confused about the tail light/break light. Is it one bulb. I was at a tire place and they said my break light was out and was going to replace it and they forgot. I have the same bulbs on hand from my other Subaru. From what I can figure they are the white bulbs. I haven't taken out the back light unit yet. I've done this to my other Subaru. The bottom section is the yellow portion, but the lights are on. I had to put a brick on the break because I don't have anyone to help. Both bottom yellow lights were lit. Anyone care to run this by me. Thanks.

[@IamWedge]

The tail light/brake light is one bulb. It is a two filament bulb. One is on when you have the lights on and when the brake pedal is depressed... it activates the second element to brighten that bulb. (Here's a link to show you an older bulb, NOT one used in your Subaru. Just to show what a dual filament looks like.) www.bulbs.com/product/1157B2

[@TippyPuddles]

@@IamWedge Thank you so much.

[@TippyPuddles]

@@IamWedge I never noticed the double element inside the bulb.

[@IamWedge]

@@TippyPuddles Anytime

[@jonmartz4156]

Did you get 7440/7443 HP24's or the 7440/7443 XP80's? I had bought some different brand stop lights before and returned them because they came on but did not brighten when depressing the brake.

[@IamWedge]

My tail/Brake lights are 310 Lumen. The HP24 is a 410 Lumen bulb the Xp80's are a 510 Lumen bulb. If you are looking for a specific light for your vehicle I would suggest doing the search by your vehicle here www.diodedynamics.com/by-vehicle.html One thing I found out when I did my interior lights is that it is possible to install them backwards. If you like let me know the Year, make and model of the vehicle you are working with and Ill let you know. :)

[@jonmartz4156]

Exact same vehicle you have. I appreciate the help.

[@jonmartz4156]

I found the ones you have!! Great video! Thanks man

[@IamWedge]

@@jonmartz4156 I put the HP11 (310 lumen) ones in mine. The HP48 are only 280 Lumens. www.diodedynamics.com/tail-light-leds-for-2013-2015-subaru-xv-crosstrek-pair.html

[@IamWedge]

@@jonmartz4156 I'm glad I could help ya Jon. Just make sure the contacts are straight when you put them in. If they don't work the first time. Flip the bulbs. (I just had to do this with my Tag lights).

[@Online-gd8cm]

Excellent, thank you.

[@IamWedge]

Thank You @6274 Online You are Welcome!

[@Charlies1970TA]

Thank You so much. You do great videos!

[@IamWedge]

You are very welcome Charlies1970TA and Thank You!

[@stellarxphase]

I’ve changed my own bulb for over ten years and Subaru is the first car I cannot get the break bulb out 😢 almost everything online said I’m gonna have to break it if I don’t want to go to the dealership ugh

[@IamWedge]

I hope you didn't have to break the bulb @stellarxphase . Removing that bulb for the first time can be sticky. I hope everything worked out for you.

[@joycemaguire4633]

Awesome video and footage and like your step by step instructions see you soon 💜😀👍

[@IamWedge]

Thanks @Joyce Maguire. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by. :)

[@BrianNovak1]

Nice video, thanks!

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome Brian. Thanks for stopping by. :)

[@DiegoDiaz-hn5ph]

Did the brake light bulb work with the headlights on and while pressing the brake pedal? Did you have the electronic flashing relay already installed??

[@IamWedge]

Yes, the light that is for the brake lights do come on with the head lights on, acting like a marker light. Yes they also come on when the brake pedal is pushed. If you installed LED... try flipping the LED in the socket 180°. It happens. Yes, I also have a video on how to change the flasher relay to the Smart Tap Flasher relay. I hope that answers your questions.

[@TippyPuddles]

@@IamWedge What is a "marker light"?

[@IamWedge]

@@TippyPuddles The small lights on the Side of the housings.

[@robertdavis171]

I looked up Diode Dynamics. $150 for a set of high or low beams!!!Maybe if they last 5 times as long.

[@IamWedge]

They already have a 3 year warranty. For me they are worth it.

[@dynezxice]

Trust me, they are pricey but worth every penny. I get compliments left and right, not to mention the great light output, minimal glare, 3 yr warranty, made in USA, and functionality of upgraded LED lights. Also, Diode Dynamics has a sale for 15% off til April 10 if you want to get them.

[@IamWedge]

@@dynezxice You got that right!

[@dynezxice]

Thanks for another great install video! Question about the backup light. You stated you used a 92 lumens for backup but the bulb in the video is a 210 lumens bulb. Please advise. Thanks!

[@IamWedge]

Hi @dynezxice Nice Catch! I didn't even notice I made that typo. Yes, you are correct the ones I installed were the 210 lumen kit. As a side note I thought about upgrading to the 410 Lumen kit but i see its been replaced with the 720 lumen kit. (Might be too bright and blind the backup camera). Thanks for stopping by and pointing that out.

[@dynezxice]

@@IamWedge No worries. I'm debating betw the 92 vs the 210. How do you like the 210 so far? Is it too bright or just fine? And yeah, I think the 720 lumen is overkill. lol

[@IamWedge]

@@dynezxice I would get the 210 in my honest opinion. Its very noticeable in day time when backing out and give the perfect amount of light for night time. ( I don't think its too bright)

[@dynezxice]

@@IamWedge Thank you!! Just placed an order. Can't wait to work on my car. :)

[@IamWedge]

@@dynezxice You will like them a lot. Nice way to dress up your car and make it more visible as well. What kind of car and what did you order?

[@charlesho5201]

Thank you

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome @Charles Ho

[@lillianl8069]

Thank you SO much!!!! (a woman)

[@IamWedge]

You are welcome @Lillian L Congrats on doing it yourself!

[@pdilla1763]

What color did choose for the side marker lights? Since it’s located in the red part of the housing. Would another color even show through the red plastic? And I’m ordering the LED flasher. But upgrading brake, back up, and side marker lights don’t necessary need the module? Is the flasher module only for signal lights hyperblink fix or you also need it to run LED in general? Great vids by the way!

[@IamWedge]

The side marker lights in the rear were Side marker light (Red) # DD0030P Lumens = 92 (from Diode Dynamics. The flasher module is for the blinkers. Yes, it fixes the hyper flashing. Hyper flashing happens normally when you lose a light (burned out). With LEDs the voltage draw is lower so the system thinks you have burned out a bulb. As for a different color in the rear markers. I'm sure the red lens would still give it a red like appearance.

[@pdilla1763]

IamWedge Thanks for the reply! It helped out on my decision with my light upgrades. I’ll sub and check out your other vids.

[@IamWedge]

You got it @@pdilla1763. You will love how they look on your car.

[@susanlaino6908]

HI. Thanks for the video. Where did you get these lights? Online or local store?

[@Cecilia621000]

I tried to get the brake light out and it broke! The plastic around it wouldn't let go. It's a 2013. Help!

[@IamWedge]

The Socket for the brake light broke? Which piece broke? Is it the housing for the brake light bulb?

[@Cecilia621000]

@@IamWedge Just the bulb. I tried wiggling and pulling straight out. Then I used force with a tool. Now all I have is wires and glass shards plus a cut finger. Put it back on. I finally found a guy who had the same problem and he used a pic and pliers to get the rest out of the plastic housing. I couldn't even get the main connection out. Seems all old. Put the whole thing back on for now. It's amazing how easy men pull the bulbs out but that seems on newer cars. Granted I am a woman who thought she could do this. Debating what to do next.

[@Cecilia621000]

Housing and socket are fine just old, and dusty.

[@Cecilia621000]

I took it to a mechanic and he picked out glass and wire, then said it wasn't your fault, it was designed with a flaw that no mechanic could get it out. Thanks for your Help!

[@IamWedge]

@@Cecilia621000 If the bulb lasted almost 10 years that's impressive. With many of the sockets on most cars, removing/breaking free a stubborn connection the first time can be frustrating. I'm glad you got it fixed.

[@TheEgyptianGamerGeek]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@IamWedge]

Thanks @TheEgyptianGamerGeek :)

[@716calvin]

Hi

[@IamWedge]

Morning Calvin