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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2010OUTBACK R PREMIUMREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT - MECHANISM & FUNCTIONWALK-IN FEATUREFUNCTIONWHEN FOLDED FORWARD

2010 Subaru Outback R Premium

When Folded Forward

2010 Subaru Outback R PremiumSECTION When Folded Forward

When the reclining lever is operated, the lock plate is pulled up with the wire. The pulled up lock plate is maintained at that position, and it will become possible to fold forward.

Fig 1: Pulling Up Lock Plate

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.