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Power Rear Gate Rod: Installation

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  1. Install the stop ring to the rod - power rear gate.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse the stop ring.
    • Align the stop ring to the ball housing groove, and attach the ring by gradually applying force, while paying attention not to deform it.
  2. With the stop ring installed, check the clearance (a) of the stop ring.
    Fig 1: Identifying Stop Ring Clearance
    G09485098Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

    Specification: 

    6.4 - 7.2 mm (0.25 - 0.28 in) 

    Replace the stop ring if the inspection result is not within the standard value.

  3. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not install the battery sensor ground terminal before installing the rod. If the power rear gate drive unit moves by wrong operation of the switch, the installation of the rod may be no longer possible.
    • Check that the stop ring and ball stud are vertically placed, and then slowly press in the rod.
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