[HID + Switchback Retrofit] 18 Subaru Forester Headlight

This video details a DIY retrofit of HID (High Intensity Discharge) lights into the Morimoto D2S projector installed into an OEM Headlight housing. It can serve as a resource for anyone looking to upgrade their vehicle, and a step-by-step manual for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester modification / facelift. This guide also includes replacing the OEM Halo (C-Light) with the Diode Dynamics Switchback C-Light borrowed from the Subaru Legacy. ✅ Comprehensive Instructions in adding HID Projectors to vehicle ✅ Walkthrough of a DIY Switchback (C-light) / Halo retrofit ✅ Tips and tricks (8+ Years electrical and automotive experience) ✅ Complete wiring guide with customized diagrams and references ✅ Aftermarket and OEM part numbers, and parts identification ✅ Some great music, but I will let you be the judge! Like what you see? It only gets better from here! Nothing is safe from ManicMods! Come join me on an epic adventure to mod the world! 😁 Timestamps: 0:00 Objective 2:01 Section 1: Preparation Notes Section 2: Disassemble Headlights 3:12 Step 1: Remove Headlights 5:11 Step 2: Headlight Prep 7:19 Step 3: Headlight Harness Mod (Adjusted w/ step 26 Correction) Section 3: Bake and Open Headlight 8:16 Step 1: Bake and Open 10:48 Step 2: Reflector Removal 11:52 Step 3: Fitting Morimoto D2S 16:32 Step 4: Reflector Re-Install Section 4: Leveling 17:02 Step 1: Mounting Open Headlight 18:26 Step 2: Leveling Section 5: SwitchBack Install 19:47 Step 1: Removing C-Light Defuser 21:31 Step 2: Switchback Install Section 6: Bake and Seal Headlights 24:17 Step 1: Oven Prep 24:42 Step 2: New Butyl and Staging 27:09 Step 3: Baking 27:37 Step 3.5: A Shroud correction and reference Section 7: Final Wiring 28:35 Reference 1: Modular Headlight Wiring 30:13 Reference 2: Under the Hood 34:15 Results