Subaru XV Crosstrek 2015 Owner's Manual page 141

released.
If the latch is not released, contact your
SUBARU dealer.
In this case, press the button on the
key lug to release the latch, then close the
trunk lid.
Also, if the movement of the trunk lid
release handle feels restricted or not
entirely smooth during operation, or the
handle and/or handle base is cracked,
contact your SUBARU dealer.
Rear gate (5-door)
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
2-9.
. Remote keyless entry system: Refer to
Remote keyless entry system
NOTE
If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due
to a discharged vehicle 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
19.
Keys and doors/Rear gate (5 door)
Open/close
2-8.
2-23.
To open:
First unlock the rear gate lock then push
the rear gate opener button.
9-
To close:
Lower the rear gate slowly and push down
2-41
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