Does anyone know if there is another way to unlock the gate without using the key fob? I haven't found anything in the manual about it and don't see any buttons. I've had the car for about a month.

UM, NO. Subaru, in their infinite wisdom, along with many other manufacturers, have deleted exterior locks on most if not all models of their cars recently. The only lock left is the driver's... none on the passenger door or rear gate. All you get now is the key fob. I am not certain about base models but would suspect that cheaper cars w/o keyless entry would have locks.

Well in most states it is illegal to have anyone ride back there, and untill dogs grow thumbs, there is no need for an inside latch release.

 

 

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