Check Lock Actuator
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 harness connector of rear gate latch and actuator assembly.
- Connect the battery to the rear gate latch and actuator assembly terminals.
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Actuator operation Terminals No. 1 No. 2 Lock → Unlock + - - Replace the rear gate latch and actuator assembly if it is found defective.