Subaru Impreza Manuals 2016 Impreza Owner's Manual | Page 142

Keys and doors/Rear gate (5–door) released. Rear gate (5-door) If the latch is not released, contact your SUBARU dealer. In this case, press the “ ” button on the key lug to release the latch, then close the trunk lid. Also, if the movement of the trunk lid release handle feels restricted or not entirely smooth during operation, or the handle and/or handle base is cracked, contact your SUBARU dealer. & Lock/unlock 2-41 & Open/close The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems. . Power door locking switch: Refer to “Power door locking switches” F2-8. . Keyless access with the push-button start system (if equipped): Refer to “Keyless access with push-button start system” F2-9. . Remote keyless entry system: Refer to “Remote keyless entry system” F2-23. NOTE If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due to a discharged vehicle battery, a malfunction in the door locking/unlocking system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the rear gate lock release lever. For the procedure, refer to “Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened” F919. To open: First unlock the rear gate lock then push the rear gate opener button. To close: Lower the rear gate slowly and push down – CONTINUED –