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Rear Gate ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness )
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 .
2-10 . Rear Gate ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness )
CAUTION
When loading and unloading cargo , be careful not to come in contact with the hot engine exhaust gas or the exhaust pipe , because they could burn you . s02aj
This places the latch in the locked position .
3 . Move the release handle , from outside the vehicle , in the direction of the arrow to check if the latch is released .
NOTE
Avoid keeping the rear gate open for more than a few hours . Doing so may drain the vehicle battery .
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The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems .
. Power door locking switch : Refer to “ Locking and Unlocking from the Inside ” FP143 .
. Keyless access with the push-button start system ( if equipped ): Refer to “ Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System ” FP119 .
. Remote keyless entry system : Refer to “ Remote Keyless Entry System ” FP137 .