Subaru Outback (BR): Moonroof – if moonroof cannot be closed
If the moonroof cannot be closed with the moonroof switch, you can close the
moonroof manually.
1. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bucket.
2. Open the overhead console. Refer to “Overhead console” F6-8.

3. Remove the two screws that retain the moonroof switch body. Then, remove the
moonroof switch.

4. Insert the hex-head wrench in the end of the motor shaft.
To lower the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise.
To close the moonroof, turn the wrench counterclockwise.
Have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
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CAUTION
● When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping
distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while
lightly press
SEE MORE:
General Description
A: SPECIFICATION
B: COMPONENT
1. WATER PUMP
Water pump ASSY
Gasket
Heater by-pass hose
Thermostat
Gasket
Thermostat cover
Clip
Tightening torque: N*m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
T1: First 12 (1.2, 8.9)
Second 12 (1.2, 8.9)
T2: 12 (1.2, 8.9)
2. RADIATO
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the collector cover. (turbo model)
3) Remove the air intake boot assembly. (non-turbo
model) <Ref. to IN(H4SO)-8, INSTALLATION,
Air Intake Boot.>
4) Remove the intercooler. (turbo model) <Ref. to
IN(H4DOTC)-17, REMOVAL,
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