Front Outer Handle: Removal

1. Raise the front door glass to the top position.
2. Remove the door trim. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Door Trim. >
3. Remove the cable from front inner remote. < Ref. to REMOVAL  , Front Inner Remote. >
4. Remove the sealing cover.
5. Remove the rod clamps (1).
6. Remove the bolts (2), and then detach the front outer handle.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts, And Detaching Front Outer Handle

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: Do not apply excessive force to remove the handle from door panel. Otherwise door panel may be deformed.