Hook - Spring

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2016 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the hook - spring by applying weight to the backrest assembly.

Fig 1: Checking Hook - Spring

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NOTE: If the appropriate stiffness is not obtained by applying weight to the backrest assembly, the hook - spring may be disengaged.

If it is due to the deformation of the hook - spring, replace the hook - spring with a new part.