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Rear Gate Latch Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Measure the resistance between rear gate latch switch terminals.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Rear Gate Latch Switch Terminals
    G08543016Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Switch position Terminal No. Standard
    When rear gate is opened 3 and 4 Less than 1 Ω
    When rear gate is closed 1 MΩ or more
  2. If the inspection result is not within the standard value, replace the rear gate latch and actuator assembly.