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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - SECURITY AND LOCKSKEY LOCK CYLINDERSREPLACEMENTTRUNK LID

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans

Trunk Lid

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Trunk Lid

Remove the trunk lid garnish. Refer to REMOVAL .
Remove the key cylinder.
1. Remove the cable (1), clip (2) and bolt (3).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Cable, Clip And Bolt
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2. Remove the key cylinder from the trunk lid, and replace the key cylinder.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Key Cylinder From Trunk Lid
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Tightening torque:

Key cylinder: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.