Subaru Outback Manuals 2020 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 468

460 Rear Gate (Outback) – If the Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened 4. Hold the access key fob with the buttons facing you, and touch the pushbutton ignition switch with it. When the communication between the access key fob and the vehicle is completed, a chime (ding) will sound. At the same time, the push-button ignition switch turns to the “ACC” or “ON” position. 5. After the push-button ignition switch turns to the “ACC” or “ON” position, while depressing the brake pedal, press the push-button ignition switch. NOTE If the engine does not start even though the above procedure was followed precisely, contact your SUBARU dealer. 9-10. Rear Gate (Outback) – If the Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened s09au 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. CAUTION Never operate the rear gate lock release lever with your fingers because doing so may cause an injury. Always use a flat-head screwdriver or a similar tool. 1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim using flat-head screwdriver. Models without power rear gate 1) Rear gate lock release lever