2011 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 251
2011 Subaru Forester Manual
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6-14 Interior equipment of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open. . If the vehicle is equipped with a reclining rear seatback feature, when reclining the rear seatback, move the front cover backward so that the cover is not damaged. & To remove the cover 1. Rewind the cover. Install the front cover behind the rear seatback. WARNING Do not place anything on the extended cover. Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision. This could cause serious injury. 2. Push the switch that is next to the right end of the cover housing. 3. Take it off the retainer. CAUTION . Be careful not to scratch the rear gate stays while extending and rewinding the cover. Scratches on the stays could cause leakage