Subaru Impreza Manuals 2017 Impreza Owner's Manual | Page 138

2-36 Keys and doors/Rear gate (5–door models) & Lock/unlock & Open/close The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems. . Power door locking switch: Refer to “How to operate the power door locking switches” F2-25. . Keyless access with the push-button start system (if equipped): Refer to “Key- less access with push-button start system” F2-3. . Remote keyless entry system: Refer to “Remote keyless entry system” F2-19. 1) The rear gate opener button 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 firmly until the latch engages. The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull it down holding the recessed grip. CAUTION . Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open. . Be careful not to hit your head or face on the rear gate when open- ing or closing the rear gate and