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Rear Gate Latch Assembly: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Outback and 2005 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the rear gate lock actuator harness connector.
  2. Connect the battery to rear gate lock actuator terminals.
    Fig 1: Connecting Battery To Rear Gate Lock Actuator Terminals
    G03833894Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    ACTUATOR OPERATION SPECIFICATION

    Terminal No. Actuator operation
    No. 2 (+) and No. 1 (-) Unlocked -> Locked
    No. 1 (+) and No. 2 (-) Locked -> Unlocked

    Replace the rear gate latch assembly if faulty.

  3. Check the cable of rear gate handle for deformation.
  4. Check the lever and cable of rear gate handle for smooth operation.