NOTE:
The stay damper contains colorless, odorless, nontoxic gas.
1. Wear protective eye wear.
2. Position the stay damper horizontally.

3. Drain gas and oil by cutting the position indicated in the figure to a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
depth using a metal saw.
CAUTION:
When cutting the stay damper, wear protective eye wear to prevent the gas or oil from getting into your eyes. Otherwise, the force of the gas and oil spraying out could lead to injury.
4. Verify that the gas and oil is drained completely by pulling and pushing the piston rod several times with the cut position facing downward.

5. Cut off the bottom of the stay damper.

6. Dispose of the stay damper.
Rear Outer Handle Removal/Installation
Trunk Board Removal/InstallationBase Installation
1. Cut away all of the original sealant using a razor.
WARNING:
Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using
a razor.
2. Clean and degrease the ceramic coating on the glass and the base.
CAUTION:
Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and ...
Variable Swirl Shutter Valve Switch Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
Voltage Inspection
NOTE:
The variable swirl shutter valve switch cannot be removed as a single unit.
When replacing the variable swirl shutter valve switch, replace it together
with the intake manifold as a single unit.
1. Switch the ignition to ON (Engine off).
2. Verify that ...
Emergency Driving Stop System
In the Subaru Solterra, the Emergency Driving Stop System is engineered
to automatically slow down and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop within its
lane if the driver becomes unable to continue driving, such as in the case of a
sudden medical emergency or loss of responsiveness.
While ...