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Rear gate (Outback) – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked
In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from inside the cargo area. 1. Remove the ac ...

Non-turbo models
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Behavior with key lock-in prevention function operational
With the driver’s door open, the doors are automatically kept unlocked even if the front side of the power door locking switch is pressed. ...