Operation from inside
To lock any door from the inside, press the door-lock knob.
To unlock, pull it outward.
This does not operate the other door locks.

NOTE The red indication can be seen when the door-lock knob is unlocked.

Operation from outside
To lock the rear and front passenger doors with the door-lock knob from the outside, press the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door (holding the door handle in the open position is not required).
This does not operate the other door locks.

NOTE When locking the door this way:
Auto Lock/Unlock Function
Rear Door Child Safety LocksDown Switch Inspection [FS5 A EL]
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
c. Remove the console..
d. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
2. Inspect the continuity between the selector lever component terminals C and
H.
If ...
Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be
coate ...
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
For the Subaru Solterra, interior cleaning should always be performed
according to the specific material of each component in order to preserve durability,
appearance, and long-term comfort.
Protecting the vehicle interior
In the Subaru Solterra, begin cleaning by removing dust and debris u ...