Front Hood Opener

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Outback and 2012 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the opener lever.
1. Remove the cable.
2. Remove the nut, and detach the opener lever.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Front Hood Opener Nut
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Remove the following parts and remove the cable clip and cable.
- Front hood lock ASSY: Refer to , REMOVAL , Front Hood Lock Assembly.
- Instrument panel lower cover: Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER COVER .
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel Lower Cover Clip And Cable
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.