2020 SUBARU OUTBACK Getting Started Guide

FOLDING THE REAR SEATS
The rear seats can be folded down from the
back seat or from the cargo area.1 From the rear seat push this button to
release the rear seat and fold it down.
There is one for each side.
2 When putting the rear seat back up make
sure the seat is latched. If it is not latched
you will see the red around the button.
From the cargo area pull the lever to release
the seat and then fold forward.
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The rear seat will also recline by pulling up on
this lever and pushing back.
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
The child safety locks are located on the inside
edges of the rear doors. In the locked position,
the rear doors can only be opened from the
outside.
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LATCH/ANCHOR
Your Subaru is equipped with Lower Anchors
and Tethers for Children (LATCH). For
maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH
system instructions from the device
manufacturer, as well as the installation
instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to
properly install the LATCH compatible restraint
system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or
anchorages provided in your Subaru. Children
age 12 and under must properly occupy the
rear seat at all times.
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POWER REAR GATE (PRG)(if equipped)
Power Rear Gate Button
Briefly press and release the button on the
instrument panel to automatically open or
close the rear gate. Two chirps will sound and
the hazard warning flashers will flash twice. If
you briefly press the button while it is closing,
it will open. If you briefly press the button while
it is opening, it will pause. Press the button
again to close the rear gate. If you attempt to
open the power rear gate with the doors locked, three rapid beeps will sound.
The operation is the same using the power rear gate button on the access key fob or
transmitter.
From the Rear of the Vehicle
To open the rear gate, unlock your Subaru or have
your access key fob with you. Then, briefly press the
button on the underside trim near the license plate.
The rear gate will automatically open. If you briefly
press the button while the gate is opening, it will
pause. Press the button again to close the rear gate.
To close the rear gate, briefly press the power rear
gate button on the inside edge of the rear gate. If you
press the button again, the rear gate will open.
Power Rear Gate Lock
With the rear gate open, press the lock button on the
inside edge of the rear gate. All doors, the rear gate
and the fuel lid will lock, and the rear gate will close.
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Memory Height
You can set where the rear gate stops when it
opens. To set the height:1 In the Center Information Display (CID)
press the “Home” Button.
2 Select “Settings”.
3 Select “Car”.
4 Select “Power Rear Gate”.
5 Turn on “Power Rear Gate Memory”.
6 Now open the power rear gate and press
and hold the switch on the rear gate
when it reaches the desired height. You
will hear 2 beeps to indicate the memory
height has been set.
When the “Power Rear Gate Memory” is set to
On in the Center Information Display (CID), the
rear gate will stop at the set memory height
when you use any of the power rear gate switches.
NOTE: To adjust the memory height, once the rear gate stops, move it to the desired
height and press and hold the Power Rear Gate Switch until you hear the 2 beeps.
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CARGO COVER
Use the detachable cargo cover to protect
contents in the cargo area from direct sunlight.
Pull the cover toward the rear of your Subaru
and insert both ends of the cover into the
guides. If more room is needed push down on
the cover closest to you and release and it will
go into its 2nd position.
Store the cover under the floor of the cargo
area when not in use. Instructions for operation
are included on the cargo cover housing.
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SPARE TIRE
The jack and other maintenance tools are
stored in the tool bucket on top of the spare
tire. Remove the tools to access the spare tire.
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HOOD PROP
The hood prop is located on the underside of
the hood. Release it from the retainer and
insert the end into the slot marked with an
arrow.
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