Subaru Outback Manuals 2025 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 165

Rear Gate( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness) 157
To open:
To close:
. 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.
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Rear gate opener button
1. Unlock the rear gate.
2. Press and hold the rear gate opener button. The rear gate will open slightly.
3. Hold the rear gate and lift it up slowly.
NOTE
If the rear gate cannot be opened due to a discharged vehicle battery, a malfunction in the door locking / unlocking system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the rear gate lock release lever. For the procedure, refer to“ Rear Gate( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness) – If the Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened” FP504.
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.
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)
WARNING
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. When operating the power rear gate, observe the following precautions. Ignoring the precau-
Keys and Doors
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