Subaru Outback (BR): Reclining the seatback (Outback)

WARNING
To prevent the passenger from sliding under the seatbelt in the event of a collision,
always put the seatback in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is equipped with a cargo area cover, observe the following precautions.
● Be careful not to pinch your hand between the headrest and the cargo area cover
when you recline the rear seat.
● Move the front cover of the cargo area cover backward so that the cover is
not damaged by the reclined seatback. Refer to “Cargo area cover” F6-15.

Pull the lever and adjust the seatback to the desired position.
Then release the lever and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place.
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WARNING
● When you fold down the seatback, check that there are no passengers or objects on the rear seat. Not doing so creates a risk of injury or property damage if the seatback suddenly folds
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A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
The airbag system is fitted with a backup power supply. After disconnecting the
battery ground cable,
the airbag may operate if you do not wait for 60 seconds before starting the
service of airbag system.
1) Remove the headrest.
NOTE:
For models with headrest monitor, remove t
A: PROCEDURE
CAUTION:
Subaru Select Monitor is required for reading DTC, performing diagnosis, reading current data, customizing and active test (compulsory drive).
Remove foreign matter (dust, water, oil, etc.) from each control module connector during removal and installation.
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