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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - SECURITY AND LOCKSREMOTE OPENERSINSTALLATIONFRONT HOOD OPENER

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Front Hood Opener

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Front Hood Opener

CAUTION:

Install the bumper face - front so that the front end of the under cover (b) comes inside the bumper face - front (a), and the front end of the mud guard (c) comes outside the bumper face - front (a).

Fig 1: Caution For Installing Front Bumper Face
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Before installing the bumper face, match the claws on the bracket - front bumper with the engaging position of flange section on the bumper face side. If the engaging position is not correct, the flange section may be broken or the clearance between fender panel and bumper face may not be uniform.

Before installation, check the following items.
- Cable is free from deformation such as fray.
Pull the string attached to the cable - front hood into the vehicle, and install the cable clip and cable - front hood.
Install the lock assembly - front hood. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Hood Lock Assembly. >
Install the opener handle.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
Install the cover side sill - front and the front cover - side sill.
Install the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver.
Install the mud guard - front LH.

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.