If you have a newer model, with the remote unlock built in to the ignition key, press the button that looks like a trunk opening. This will open the tailgate but leave the other doors locked. Otherwise, press the Unlock button TWICE - this will unlock ALL doors, including the tailgate.
To remove the rear hatch door panel in order to fix the lock on a Subaru Outback you will need a Phillips-head screwdriver, small flat screwdriver, trim pry tool, and tack puller. Using these items you need to remove the push clips and pry the trim from the hatch.
Not always. The changeover year was beginning of 1994 to the BG series. It's highly possible they are quite different.
Yes, it is the handle on the outside of the hatch.
The GMT360 platform Trailblazer from 2002-2009 never had a tailgate only a rear hatch. www.trailvoy.com
Doors do not have tension. If you are referring to the rear hatch, the shock-absorber type tubes on either side are filled with compressed gas to provide lift. If the hatch does not stay up you must replace those tubes or struts to restore function.
remove the panel from the inside of the rear hatch door and check to make sure the latch mechenism is secure if not push or pull the leads to open hatch door then try to reconnect them
Under the edge of the tailgate.
The rear reservoir is part of the front reservoir with a separate pump. The pump is located at the bottom of the reservoir closest to the left front fender. The hose then goes through the firewall up over head between the roof and the headliner then comes out on the upper left hand side of the rear hatch. Hope this helps
You can open the driver's door and press the "unlock" switch on the armrest. This should unlock all the doors, including the rear hatch. If it doesn't, your solenoid that operates the lock needs to be replaced. For that, see your Subaru dealer.
I have a 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback wagon and have the same problem. I climbed in the back and removed the back panel on the hatch door. Then I noticed the latch on the locking mechanism was getting stuck halfway. I wound up climbing into the back every time and moving out of the stuck position every time I wanted to open the hatch door. About a month ago a friend who borrowed my car noticed that if you pressed the unlock button on the front passenger side door it would unlock. I was very surprised when I found this out, but it worked. I'm not sure if that's a fluke with just my car, but it might work for you. Otherwise you could try climbing into the back like my first method. Good luck!
I have an 07 and the glass hatch opener is to the right of the rear hatch opener. It is much smaller though.