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Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback)
If the latch is not released, contact your
SUBARU dealer.
In that case, use the key to release the
latch, then close the trunk lid.
Also, if the movement of the release
handle feels restricted or not entirely
smooth during operation, or the handle
and/or handle base is cracked, contact
your SUBARU dealer.
This places the latch in the locked posi-
tion.
Rear gate (Outback)
& Manual rear gate (if
equipped)
The rear gate can be locked and unlocked
using any of the following systems.
. Power door locking switch: Refer to
“Power door locking switches” F2-9.
. Keyless access with the push-button
start system (if equipped): Refer to “Key-
less access with push-button start system”
F2-10.
. Remote keyless entry system: Refer to
“Remote keyless entry system” F2-23.
To open:
3. Move the release handle, from outside
the vehicle, in the direction of the arrow to
check if the latch is released.
Rear gate opener button
1. Unlock the rear gate.