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/InstallationRear Door Hinge Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear door.
b. Front scuff plate.
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. B-pillar lower trim.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Bolt
2
Nut
...
Schedule 2
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if
necessary.
R: Replace
L : Lubricate
C: Clean
T: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine
coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the en ...
If the electronic key does not operate properly
If communication between the electronic key and the Subaru Solterra
is disrupted, or if the key cannot be used due to a depleted battery, the smart
key system and wireless remote functions will be unavailable. In such situations,
the Subaru Solterra can still be accessed and started by followi ...