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Rear Gate ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness )
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 convenient grip .
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 do not close the rear gate by pulling the grip from inside the cargo space . There is a danger of your hand being caught and injured .
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 opening or closing the rear gate and when loading or unloading cargo .
& Power Rear Gate ( If Equipped )
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. When operating the power rear gate , observe the following precautions . Ignoring the precautions may result in an injury ( e . g ., anyone ’ s body is hit against the rear gate or is caught in the rear gate , etc .)
– Make sure there are no people around the rear gate .
– Never let anyone get close to the rear gate .
. When closing the rear gate , be extremely careful to prevent anyone ’ s fingers , arms , neck , head or other objects from being caught in the rear gate . Otherwise , serious personal injury may be caused by entrapment .
. After opening the rear gate on a slope by using the power rear gate feature , the rear gate may close . Make sure that the rear gate has stopped completely after opening it .
. When leaving the vehicle , always carry the key for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle . Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the power rear gate .
. The driver should be aware of and pay careful attention to his / her responsibilities .