Rear Gate Hinge

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.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the roof trim.< Refer to REMOVAL , Roof Trim. >
Disconnect the rear gate harness connector and rear washer hose behind the rear quarter.
Remove the connecting part of rubber duct (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Duct
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NOTE: To remove the rubber duct from the vehicle side, press the tab.

Fig 2: Locating Rubber Duct With Tab
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Pull out the rear gate harness and rear washer hose.
Before removing the rear gate damper stay, 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 3: Supporting Rear Gate
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Remove the mounting bolt of rear gate damper stay.

Fig 4: Locating Rear Gate Damper Stay Mounting Bolt
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Remove the rear gate hinge bolt, and remove the rear gate panel.

Fig 5: Locating Rear Gate Panel Hinge Bolts
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Remove the nuts and remove the rear gate hinge from the vehicle.