Why does the rear hatch not lock on a Subaru Outback?
This also goes for the pre-2005 rear gates and in the 2010+ version — the boot is placed more transverse (across the car rather than primarily in-line with it) so it tends to twist rather than bend.
Is there a problem with my Subaru Outback?
There’s at least five or six, if not more, reports here now of breaks in the wires in 2005+ models. As far as I can recall, none reported Subaru covering the repair. But as you note, it does seem to be a problem — more like when will it happen, rather than if it will happen.
Is there a power hatch on a Subaru Outback?
Power windows/locks are pretty solid these days, the motors and mechanisms have been engineered and tested extensively, to a pretty high number of cycles, before failure. The hatch mechanisms, not-so-much. I’d actually choose a “no power hatch” option, if there were such a thing, without hesitancy.
What to do if your Subaru hatch won’t open?
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Where is the rear gate on a Subaru Outback?
The rear gate is used a lot. The back seats are always folded down so most things go in and out through the hatch. The broken wire was very close to the roof end of the boot. Maybe a half inch was all I had to splice on a piece of wire that I fished through the boot and attached to the longer piece going to the lock.
Are there any reports of rear hatch not locking?
There have been a few reports of malfunctioning latch locks, but unfortunately no reports of the final outcome. However, the following link, and another thread linked in that one have information that you might find helpful. Thanks plain OM.
How do you replace a door lock on a Subaru?
To replace the cylinder, the door panel needs to come off so that the back portion of the lock can be accessed. A 10mm bolt present here holds it in position. An access hole is available through the door but to access the bolt, the door glass needs to be moved down.
What are the back doors on a Subaru Outback?
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Where can I buy new Subaru door parts?
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