Rear Gate Damper Stay

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Prevent the rear gate from closing using prop or the like.
CAUTION: If the prop comes off, operators may get injured and vehicle may get damaged. Make sure to support the rear gate with secure material to prevent injury or damage.

Fig 1: Supporting Rear Gate Using Prop
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Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque: Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description". < Ref. to REAR GATE , COMPONENT, General Description. >