Outback Model

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru Outback and 2015 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents.>
Remove the trim panel - rear gate. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Gate Trim.>
Remove the noise suppressor assembly.
1. Remove the connector and harness clip.
2. Remove the bolts, then remove the noise suppressor assembly.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Noise Suppressor Assembly Bolts (Outback Model)
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.