1. Measure the gap and height difference between the trunk lid and the body.

a: 2.4—4.4 mm {0.10—0.17 in}
b: -4.6—-2.6 mm {-0.18—-0.11 in}
c: 2.5—4.5 mm {0.10—0.17 in}
d: -1.7—0.3 mm {-0.06—0.01 in}
e: 2.6—4.6 mm {0.11—0.18 in}
f: -1.8—0.2 mm {-0.070—0.007 in}
g: 2.3—6.3 mm {–0.10—0.24 in}
h: -2.0—2.0 mm {-0.078—0.078 in}
i: 4.0—8.0 mm {0.16—0.31 in}
2. Loosen the trunk lid hinge installation bolts or nuts and adjust the trunk lid.
If necessary, loosen the trunk lid lock striker installation bolts and adjust the trunk lid..

3. Tighten the bolts or nuts..
Trunk End Trim Removal/Installation
Trunk Lid Key Cylinder Removal/InstallationClock Spring Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the driver–side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove the clock spring..
6. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the ...
TCM Inspection [FS5 A EL]
NOTE:
The TCM terminal voltage can vary with conditions when measuring and changes
due to age deterioration on the vehicle, causing false diagnosis. Therefore
a comprehensive inspection of the input and output systems, and the TCM is necessary
to determine where the malfunction occu ...
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Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key
Warning messages related to Subaru Solterra door systems
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Locking/unlocking
Opening/closing the back door
Warning messages
Power back door* f ...