1. Set the air intake mode to FRESH.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (Passenger-side).
b. Front side trim (Passenger-side).
c. Dashboard under cover.
d. Glove compartment.
e. Lower panel (Passenger-side).
f. Shower duct (Passenger-side).
4. Disconnect the harness clip from the blower case.
5. Disconnect the air intake actuator connector.

6. Remove the blower case..
7. Remove the screw A.
8. Remove the air intake actuator link.
9. Remove the screw B.
10. Remove the air intake actuator.
11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Air Intake Actuator Inspection [Manual Air Conditioner]
Air Intake Actuator Removal/Installation [Manual Air Conditioner]License Plate Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover to the position shown in the figure,
release the tabs, and remove the lens.
3. Remove the license plate light bulb.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Opening/closing the back door (vehicles without power back door)
■ Open
In the Subaru Solterra, the back door can be manually opened by lifting it upward
while pressing the back door opener switch. This action releases the latch and allows
smooth access to the luggage compartment.
■ Close
To close the Subaru Solterra back door, gently pull it dow ...
Outer Mirror Glass Installation
1. Connect the mirror heater connectors. (Vehicles with heated outer mirrors)
2. Connect the BSM indicator light connector. (Vehicles with BSM system)
3. Press part C on the outer mirror glass and install pin C.
4. Press part A on the outer mirror glass and install pins A.
5. Press part ...