Subaru Outback (BR): Rear gate (Outback)
The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems.
● Power door locking switch: Refer to “Power door locking switches” F2-7.
● Remote keyless entry system: Refer to “Remote keyless entry system” F2-8.
To open:
First unlock the rear gate lock then push the rear gate opener button.
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 recessed grip.
WARNING
● To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while driving.
● Do not attempt to shut the rear gate while holding the recessed grip. Also avoid closing the rear gate by pulling on the recessed 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.
NOTE
If the rear gate cannot be unlocked 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) – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked” F9-19.
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Moonroof (if equipped)
WARNING
Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude from the moonroof.
A person could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply
or if the vehicle is i
Tilting moonroof
1) Raise
2) Lower
The raising function will only operate when the moonroof is fully closed. The
lowering function will only operate when the moonroof is raised.
Press the rear side of the “UP
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1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.
3. Depress the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral.
Hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. The starter motor
will only operate when the clutch pedal is depressed full
To hook the top tether
CAUTION
Always remove the head restraint when mounting a child restraint system with
a top tether. Failure to do so may prevent the top tether from being fastened tightly.
Outback
1. Remove the head restraint at the seating position where the child restraint
system has been installed with t
