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I had my battery killed by a hardwired dashcam, forgot it came by default motion sensing recording enabled and no timeout.

I will keep trying. Interesting comment as i have had bonnet open. Thank you-I will close and retry. to be honest I do not know what im doing. I recall my first forester and having to put a pin into keypad but that was with the seller. So long ago Ive forgotten sequences and do Inuse star button or hash before/after? Is there a handy guide on the internet somewhere to getting keyfobs and alrms going ? Ive tried searching through the subaru youtube videos. Most not for 2006 era vehicles, or for UK variants.

It a pretty simple circuit in terms of modern auto electrics,, you either got electrical pulse at the lock when activated or you haven't . If you have then it tailgate latch side issue, if you haven't it fuse/wiring/relay/module/button related . 5 minutes with a multimeter and a basic scan tool should give enough data narrow down area to investigate further ... Latch actuator and button are quite common failures on these . This the problem with all this electrical crap on modern vehicles, mechanical principles of boot release/opening far better, lasts pretty much forever, less parts thus less environmental impact & if did get an issue it generally easier/cheaper visual inspection and adjustment/repair . Move onto something like a Tesla which rammed full of pointless low quality electronics and software and purposefully engineered barriers for diag/repair options and the drama and cost is literally insane ... Point here is buy vehicles with a lot of thought and take a lot more thought on how you spend money trying get repairs ... Don't assume newer is less maintenance and hassle as in my workshop reality is newer it is the more goes wrong and the more ballache and more cost to resolve it ...

I would start with removing the bonnet switch, cleaning and examining it - test with a multimeter that there is continuity when opened/closed and also the connections for dirt, corrosion, etc. If all else fails then bypassing will work, but not sure how many thieves would pop the bonnet which they still have to enter the car to release so its not a major thing in reality.

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The parts are all individually balanced (or at least should be at manufacture stage if they of any good brand/supply source) clatter at tickover a problem but probably not balancing, bad balance be much much worse at higher revs .

Made light work of it the machine definitely saved our backs 😅

So, another update done to FC7BHM151-070. This is the latest update for my 2022 Outback. Map still showing version 40849, need a subscription to update that it appears and links for contact details for that are not working! I believe there was an update in November 2025.

It's possible, but it definitely "comes on" around 40 kph and then goes off above and below that speed.

Thank you. I will look again at what is available on line.

I think the part number is 81611VC000. Although this is from a site in the States and is for a WRX, this seems to be the same on the battery cover on my Outback: STM Tuned Inc.Subaru OEM Battery Positive Red Cover for 2022+ WRX (8161...Genuine OEM Subaru factory replacement battery positive terminal red plastic cover for 2022+ WRX.

Thanks again for posting this, I'm hoping to upgrade the map in my Outback too 👍

soe photos for assistance - presents well but under the skin .. and over skin... issues for an enthusiast to bring it up to scratch are mentioned in my first post - offers considered

A very original and solid car - will definitely sparkle with some elbow grease

Not sure what to suggest but maybe if you can find a part number and see if it pops up for any other models?

Not sure what is available in the US but the UK has quite a few suppliers of seat covers for what you are looking for. UK Custom CoversUK Custom Covers | Car Covers, Seat Covers, Floor MatsShop quality custom covers for all vehicle makes & models. Car covers, seat covers, boot liners & more. 100% tailored design. Strong, durable & waterproof Materials. Next day delivery available, 30-da

There are only 6 on Autotrader, most have zillions of miles on them. Nearest is at a garage 18 plate with 37k miles for £16714. Mines younger but slightly higher miles and a private sale so £12500

I'm sure you'll be fine if you just replace the subframe.

try DemonTweeks as they stock many different pumps and can advise on which would be best to fit https://www.demon-tweeks.com/uk/

I'm not entirely sure (memory fades with age) but used to fit those to Japanese Import cars to convert to UK use?

Well that picture is not a 1999 Forester sf hub lol . Poor pics but probably a SH SJ hub ! What is the actual correct vehicle details/scenario !? below is actual subaru fast parts illustrations of a SF Forester non turbo rear hub and brake drum layout .

I'm curious @Achilleas did you resolve. Just bought a 2023 Forester and disappointed with Hybrid and mpg. Manual says "when speed is less than 25mph it is possible to drive using only the power of the electric motor" but that's not my experience. It only kicks in when stopped or at very slow speed. Maybe have battery problem? What's your experience of this? tks Peter

Not sure if these are any good for the job? https://www.demon-tweeks.com/uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=1879&p=2&q=tow There are towing eyes that may(?) work but not sure of the boat weight/size. Also on the next page is a towing frame and subframe that would be more robust

I would always recommend replacing anything that has spun at engine revs along with the belt as its all done the same work over time - false economy to not change everything while you're in there

Sometimes worth following the instructions but if not then try different combinations of the procedures. I had a Honda CRF1000 motorbike and couldn't reset the DCT, followed all the instructions then asked for help on a group and someone said - "you didn't have the side stand down?" - of course straight away it worked after that but just goes to show its sometimes the little things that need looking at. Another example was Range Rover air suspension resets - it wouldn't work if any of the doors were open 😒