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High-mounted Stop Light: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Subaru Ascent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: Make sure the bolt is tightened securely because improper installation of the spoiler assembly roof may cause water leakage.
  1. Install the stop light assembly high-mounted.

    Tightening torque: 

    4.5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.3 ft-lb)

  2. Install the spoiler assembly roof. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>ROOF SPOILER>INSTALLATION .

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

  3. Install the power rear gate touch sensor. (Model with power rear gate) Ref. to POWER REAR GATE SYSTEM>POWER REAR GATE TOUCH SENSOR>INSTALLATION .
  4. Install the drip rear gate. (Model without power rear gate)
  5. Install the trim panel assembly rear gate. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>REAR GATE TRIM>INSTALLATION .
  6. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
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