Rear Gate Will Not Open - Subaru Legacy 2015 Technicians Reference Booklet

2015 Legacy and Outback

Rear Gate will not open

Open Access Panel with Gate Closed
If the PRG will not open from a mechanical condition, remove the power supply as previously
described and enter the rear of the vehicle from the back seat. Remove the lift arm at the gate
and open the gate from the emergency release. Exit the vehicle from the rear.
Note: Access to the emergency release is gained by removing the cover panel and
pushing on the indicated lever towards the driver side of the vehicle.
New Technology Training
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Top of Gate Lift Arm Gate Closed
Emergency Release
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(Module 926)
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June 2014