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Front Outer Handle: Removal

  1. Completely close the door glass.
  2. Remove the door trim. Refer to REMOVAL , Front Door Trim.
  3. Remove the sealing cover. Refer to REMOVAL , Front Sealing Cover.
  4. Remove the front inner remote. Refer to REMOVAL  , Front Inner Remote.
  5. Remove the front side bolt of outer handle (B).
  6. Move the door glass downward and remove the rear side bolt.
  7. Remove the front outer handle (B).
    Fig 1: Removing Front Outer Handle
    G02863979Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force to remove the door panel. This will deform it.