Keys and doors/Rear gate (5–door models)
assembly fully to the end until you hear a
click.
This places the latch in the locked posi-
tion.
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.
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Rear gate (5-door models)
WARNING
. To prevent dangerous exhaust
gas from entering the vehicle,
always keep the rear gate closed
while the engine is running.
. Do not attempt to shut the rear
gate while holding the recessed
grip. Also avoid closing the rear
gate by pulling on the recessed
grip from inside the cargo space.
There is a danger of your hand
being caught and injured.
NOTE
If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due
to a discharged vehicle battery, a
malfunction in the door locking/unlock-
ing 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” F9-
20.
3. Pull the release handle upward and
check that the latch is released.
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