Subaru Forester: Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened
In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can open it from inside the cargo area.
1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim.
2. Locate the rear gate lock release lever behind the rear gate trim panel.
Never operate the rear gate lock release lever with fingers because doing so may cause an injury. Always use a screwdriver or a similar tool.
3. Turn the lever to the right position using a screwdriver.
4. Open the rear gate from outside by holding the rear gate with your hands.
Towing with all wheels on the ground
1. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral. 2. The ignition switch should be in the “Acc” position while the vehicle is being towed. 3. Take up slack in the towline ...Moonroof – if the moonroof cannot be closed
If the moonroof cannot be closed with the moonroof switch, you can close the moonroof manually. 1. Remove the plug on the roof trim of the cargo area by inserting the end of the flathead sc ...See also:
Cargo area cover
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Rear Vision Camera Error Messages
SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA SYSTEM: This message can display on the radio screen
when the system is not receiving information it requires from other vehicle systems.
If any other problem occurs or i ...
Hill start assist warning light (MT models)
While the engine is rotating, if there are
any malfunctions in the Hill start assist
system, the light will illuminate.
When the Hill start assist warning
light illuminates, have the ve ...