Rear Gate; Lock/Unlock; Open/Close - Subaru 2015 XV Crosstrek Hybrid Owner's Manual

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Keys and doors/Rear gate

Rear gate

Lock/unlock

The rear gate can be locked and unlocked
using any of the following systems.
. Power door locking switch: Refer to
Power door locking switches
. Keyless access with the push-button
start system (if equipped): Refer to Key-
less access with push-button start system
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. Remote keyless entry system: Refer to
Remote keyless entry system
NOTE
If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due
to a discharged 12 V auxiliary battery, a
malfunction in the door locking/unlock-
ing system or other causes, you can
unlock it by manually operating the
rear gate lock release lever.
For the procedure, refer to Rear gate
if the rear gate cannot be opened
22.

Open/close

2-8.
2-21.
To open:
First unlock the rear gate lock then push
the rear gate opener button.
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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 open-
ing or closing the rear gate and