2000-2004 Subaru Outback SUV Keys and doors -> Internal trunk lid release handle User Manual
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J Internal trunk lid release handle
The internal trunk lid release handle is a device designed to open the
trunk lid from inside the trunk. In the event children or adults become
locked inside the trunk, the handle allows them to open the lid. The han-
dle is located on the inside of the trunk lid.
WARNING
Never allow any child to get in the trunk and play with the release
handle. If the driver starts the vehicle without knowing that a
child is inside the trunk and the child opens the lid using the re-
lease handle, the child could fall out and be killed or seriously in-
jured.
CAUTION
D Do not close the lid while gripping the release handle. The
handle may be damaged.
D Do not use the handle as a hook to fasten straps or ropes to
secure your cargo in the trunk. Such use may result in damage of
the handle.
D Load the trunk so that cargo can not strike the release handle.
If the cargo hits the handle while the vehicle is being driven, the
handle may be pushed down and the trunk lid may open. That
may cause cargo to fall out of the trunk, which could create a traf-
fic safety hazard.
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To open the trunk lid from inside the trunk, press the yellow handle down-
ward as indicated by the arrow on the handle. This operation unlocks the
trunk lid. Then, push up the lid.
The handle is made of material that remains luminescent for approxi-
mately an hour in the dark trunk space after it is exposed to ambient light
even for a short time.
B Inspection
Perform the following steps at least twice a year to check the release
handle for correct operation.
1. Open the trunk lid.
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2. Use a screwdriver with a thin blade. Slide the screwdriver blade
from the slit aperture of the lock assembly fully to the end until you
hear a click. This places the latch in the locked position.
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3. Move the release handle, from outside the vehicle, in the direction
of the arrow to check if the latch is released.
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If the latch is not released, contact your SUBARU dealer.
In that case, use the key to release the latch, then close the trunk lid.
Also, if the movements of the release handle feel restricted or not en-
tirely smooth during operation, or the handle and/or handle base is
cracked, contact your SUBARU dealer.

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