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Rear Gate Latch Assembly: Inspection

  1. Disconnect the rear gate lock actuator harness connector.
  2. Connect the battery to rear gate lock actuator terminals.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Gate Lock Actuator Connector
    G05022805Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    TERMINALS AND ACTUATOR OPERATION REFERENCE

    Terminal No. Actuator operation
    No. 2 (+) and No. 1 (-) Unlock → Lock
    No. 1 (+) and No. 2 (-) Lock → Unlock

    Replace the rear gate latch assembly if faulty.

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