How to Adjust Your Subaru's Rear Gate Height

Customize Your Power Liftgate at Mark Miller Subaru South Towne in Sandy, UT

Yes—on most newer Subaru models, like the Outback, Forester, Ascent, and Crosstrek, you can set your rear power liftgate (automatic gate) to open to a specific height. This is especially helpful for drivers with low garage ceilings or those who want easier reach when loading and unloading.

Whether you're in Sandy, South Jordan, Draper, Herriman, Riverton, Bluffdale, or Cottonwood Heights, customizing your Subaru’s liftgate is easy—and our experts at Mark Miller Subaru South Towne are here to help if you need it.

How to Set Your Subaru’s Rear Gate to a Custom Height

For Subaru models with a power rear liftgate (typically 2015 and newer):

1. Open the liftgate using the key fob, interior dash button, or handle.
2. Gently push or pull the gate to your desired height.
3. Press and hold the close button (on the bottom of the liftgate) for about 3 seconds.
4. You’ll hear a beep—this confirms the new height has been saved.

From now on, your Subaru’s gate will stop at that custom height every time you open it.

How to Reset the Liftgate to Full Height

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Manually lift it all the way up.
3. Press and hold the close button for 3 seconds until you hear the beep.

This resets the gate to its full open position.

Adjust via Touchscreen (If Equipped)

Some Subaru models allow you to adjust the liftgate height through the infotainment system:

Go to:

• Home → Settings → Car/Vehicle → Power Rear Gate

Then select from options like:

• Full Open
• Mid Height
• Memory Height

Need Help Setting Your Subaru Liftgate?

At Mark Miller Subaru South Towne in Sandy, our team is happy to walk you through setting your liftgate height or personalizing any other feature in your Subaru. We regularly help drivers from South Jordan, Draper, Herriman, Riverton, Bluffdale, and Cottonwood Heights get the most out of their vehicles.

Visit Us or Schedule an Appointment

Whether you're customizing your power liftgate or exploring all the features of your Subaru, we’re here to help.

Schedule service or stop by Mark Miller Subaru South Towne – proudly serving Sandy and the surrounding Utah communities.

📍 Address: 10920 S State St, Sandy, UT 84070
📞 Phone: (801) 553-5200
🌐 Website: markmillersubaru.com