In case of emergency/Trunk lid (Legacy) – if the trunk lid cannot be opened
Trunk lid (Legacy) – if the
trunk lid cannot be opened
Rear gate (Outback) – if the
rear gate cannot be opened
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NOTE
If you open the trunk lid with a key while
the alarm system is armed, the alarm
system is triggered and the vehicle’s
horn sounds. In this case, perform any
of the following operations.
. Press any button on the remote
transmitter.
. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
For details about the alarm system,
refer to “Alarm system” F2-29.
The trunk lid can also be opened using the
key.
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In the event that you cannot open the rear
gate by pressing the rear gate opener
button (all models) or using the power rear
gate (if equipped), you can open it from
inside the cargo area.
To open the trunk lid, insert the key into the
key cylinder and turn it clockwise.
NOTE
For models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”:
The emergency key is directional. If the
key cannot be inserted, change the
direction that the grooved side is facing
and insert it again.
1. Remove the access cover at the
bottom-center of the rear gate trim using
flat-head screwdriver.
2. Locate the rear gate lock release lever
behind the rear gate trim panel.
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