Subaru Forester Manuals 2017 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 143

2-40 Keys and doors/Rear gate The power rear gate operates only when all of the following conditions are satisfied. . The vehicle is stopped completely. . The outside temperature is within a range from −228F to 1588F (from −308C to 708C). . The ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/ “OFF” or “ACC” position. Or, the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the parking brake is applied (MT models)/the select lever is in the “P” position (CVT models). NOTE . If the button is pressed repeatedly while the power rear gate is operating, the system may ignore the button operation in order to avoid being damaged. Do not press the button unnecessarily. . It is not possible to stop the rear gate temporarily while opening between the completely closed position and approximately 12 in (30 cm) open. If you press one of the power rear gate buttons briefly during this range, the rear gate will be closed. . If the vehicle starts to move while the power rear gate is operating, the system sounds a buzzer and closes the rear gate automatically. At this time, if the system detects jamming, it will deactivate the power rear gate and the rear gate will not be closed. If this occurs, close the rear gate via regular procedures. . If you try to open the rear gate using the power rear gate function immediately after closing the rear gate using the power rear gate function, an electronic chirp will sound and the rear gate will not open. Wait for a while before trying to open the rear gate via the power rear gate function. If you wish to open it right away, it can be opened manually. ! Operation by the button on the instrument panel Power rear gate button To open the rear gate: Press and hold the power rear gate button when the rear gate is closed. Then an electronic chirp will sound twice and the hazard warning flashers will flash twice. The rear gate will open automatically. To stop the rear gate midway: Briefly press the power rear gate button while the rear gate is being opened. Then the hazard warning flashers will flash twice. If the button is pressed again, the rear gate will close. If the button is briefly pressed while the gate is closed, the rear gate can be opened. However, the rear gate cannot be stopped again while it is