Rear Gate Outer Handle: Removal

2007 Subaru Outback Limited, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal
  1. Remove the rear gate trim. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Gate Trim. >
  2. Remove the rear gate garnish. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Gate Garnish. >
  3. Remove the two nuts, and take out the rear gate outer handle.
  4. Remove cable (1) of the rear gate handle.
    Fig 1: Locating Rear Gate Outer Handle Nuts
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