B2700low severityBody
Power Liftgate Motor Circuit
on 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the power liftgate/tailgate motor or strut circuit.
Symptoms
- Power liftgate not opening
- Liftgate not closing fully
- Liftgate stops mid-travel
- Motor straining noise
- Power liftgate warning light
Common causes
- Faulty liftgate motor or power strut
- Latch sensor misaligned
- Wiring damage in liftgate
- Obstruction in liftgate path
- Liftgate control module fault
Diagnostic steps
- Check for obstructions in liftgate path
- Test liftgate motor/struts
- Inspect latch sensor
- Check wiring at hinge area
- Scan liftgate module for codes
Repair notes
Replace power liftgate struts or motor. Clear obstructions. Recalibrate liftgate travel limits.
Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0006
Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B0011
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open