DIODE DYNAMICS · SUBARU CROSSTREK / WRX
Compact light. A cleaner view beside the trail.
A matched pair of C2 2.0 Combo pods puts useful off-road light beside the hood of your 2018–2023 Subaru Crosstrek or 2022–2025 Subaru WRX. Vehicle brackets, mounting hardware and the heavy-duty relay harness come together in one kit. Choose Sport or Pro output with a white or yellow main beam.
- 2 PODSA complete matched pair
- C2 2.0Sport or Pro
- WHITE / YELLOWChoose one main-beam colour
- AMBERSeparate accent backlight
PURPOSEFUL LIGHTING
A kit built around the job
Light where the trail opens up
The compact C2 2.0 housing combines driving and flood optics in a 55° × 20° Combo pattern. Aim the pair for the terrain and use it off road.
Mount at the factory hood hinges
Vehicle-specific stainless-steel brackets bolt to the original hood-hinge mounting points. The bracket installation requires no cutting or drilling; plan the wiring route separately.
Pick the light you need
Sport and Pro share the same mounting arrangement. Pro increases output. White and yellow are separate main-beam versions, while the amber accent backlight is wired independently.
CHECK THE VEHICLE FIRST
Exact fitment and mounting
| Check | This kit |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | 2018–2023 Subaru Crosstrek or 2022–2025 Subaru WRX |
| Kit type | Complete two-pod C2 2.0 Combo kit; not a bracket-only listing. |
| Mounting | Factory hood-hinge locations; check clearance if the vehicle has aftermarket bodywork. |
| Vehicle market | Manufacturer application data is for U.S.-market vehicles. For Canadian or other-market vehicles, confirm the same mounting points, bodywork and wiring before ordering. |
| Important limitation | Do not use automatic car washes with the kit installed. |
| Hood and wipers | Support the hood, retain hinge alignment and check full clearance before use. |
MATCH THE SKU TO YOUR SELECTION
Choose your output and main-beam colour
| Kit SKU | Output | Colour | Pattern / function |
|---|---|---|---|
| DD6562 | Sport | White | Combo/Driving |
| DD6563 | Sport | Yellow | Combo |
| DD6564 | Pro | White | Combo/Driving |
| DD6565 | Pro | Yellow | Combo |
Choose the output and colour combination above. The SKU table identifies the kit supplied with each selection.
WHAT THE KIT SUPPLIES
The parts belong together
- Two C2 2.0 pods in the selected output and main-beam colour
- Vehicle-specific left/right stainless-steel ditch-light brackets
- Pod mounting brackets and mounting hardware
- Heavy Duty Dual Output 4-pin relay wiring harness
- Installation guide
Other lamps and accessories visible on the demonstration vehicles are separate. The optional amber accent backlight requires its own connection as shown in the harness instructions.
MOUNT · WIRE · AIM
Plan the installation before the trail
Mark the hood-hinge position, protect the painted edges and support the hood while fitting one bracket at a time. Align the hinge before tightening, then install and aim the pods using their mounting instructions. Route the supplied harness clear of moving parts and heat; follow its relay, battery and backlight connections.
Read the official installation guide
UNDERSTAND THE EXACT HARDWARE
Technical specifications
| Detail | This kit |
|---|---|
| Pod family | C2 2.0 |
| Quantity | Two pods |
| Beam pattern | 55° × 20° Combo |
| Main-beam colours | 6000K White or 3000K Yellow, selected when ordering |
| Accent backlight | Amber; separate wiring function |
| Power per pod | Sport 15 W / Pro 23 W |
| Current per pod | Sport 1.17 A / Pro 1.8 A at 12.8 V |
| Protection | IP69K |
| Operating temperature | −40°C to 85°C |
| Housing | Powdercoated aluminium |
| Connector | Deutsch-style DT input with the supplied 4-pin harness |
Output by option
| Option | Peak intensity | Illuminance at 10 m | Raw output |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport White | 11,500 cd | 115 lux | 1,190 lm |
| Sport Yellow | 8,100 cd | 81 lux | 1,190 lm |
| Pro White | 20,000 cd | 200 lux | 3,140 lm |
| Pro Yellow | 15,000 cd | 150 lux | 3,140 lm |
Manufacturer figures are per pod. Raw lumens describe the LED source before optical losses and are not measured light leaving the lamp. Real-world reach and coverage depend on aiming and conditions.
Diode Dynamics provides a limited lifetime warranty for this product for eligible purchases from April 15, 2025. Commercial, industrial and fleet use is limited to 8 years. After the first 3 years, covered products require return for inspection and repair or replacement at the manufacturer’s discretion. Coverage applies to the specified lamp or component; bundled wiring and accessories follow their own published terms. Keep proof of purchase. Manufacturer approval and an RMA are required before return; labor and normal wear are excluded. Shipping obligations vary by location. See the manufacturer warranty terms for eligibility, exclusions and claim instructions.
OFFICIAL DIODE DYNAMICS VIDEOS
See the installation and understand the light
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How to Install Ditch Light Bracket Kit for 2018-2023 Subaru Crosstrek | Diode Dynamics
Shared mounting guide shows SS3 pods. Use the C2 2.0 pod assembly instructions and the supplied harness for this kit.
TIR Optics | Stage Series by Diode Dynamics
General Stage Series education; use the specifications and instructions for your exact kit.
Lumens, Lux, and Candela EXPLAINED | Diode Dynamics
General Stage Series education; use the specifications and instructions for your exact kit.
CLEAR ANSWERS
Before you order
Does this also fit the WRX?
This kit covers the 2022–2025 WRX as well as the 2018–2023 Crosstrek. It is not the 2015–2021 WRX/STI kit. Confirm market and aftermarket equipment before ordering.
Does this kit include both lights and the harness?
Yes. The selected kit supplies two C2 2.0 pods, the vehicle brackets, pod mounting hardware and the heavy-duty dual-output relay harness.
Can I change between white and yellow from a switch?
No. Choose a white or yellow main-beam version when ordering. The amber accent backlight is a separate low-output function, not a colour-changing main beam.
Do I need to drill the hood?
The brackets use the factory hood-hinge mounting points. No drilling or cutting is needed for the brackets. Follow the supplied harness instructions and plan the switch and wiring route separately.
Can I use an automatic car wash?
No. Diode Dynamics instructs owners not to use automatic car washes with this ditch-light kit installed.
What warranty applies?
Eligible Stage Series pods have a manufacturer limited lifetime warranty for purchases from April 15, 2025. Commercial, industrial and fleet use is limited to 8 years. Wiring and accessories have their own terms; proof of purchase and the complete manufacturer conditions apply.
Are the kit photographs extra items I need to buy?
The listed kit contents are supplied. Other vehicle lighting and accessories in installation photographs are separate. Select the exact kit SKU and follow the notes under each photograph.
THE DETAILS MATTER
A closer look at the selected hardware
