The cargo area cover can be stowed in under the cargo floor.

1. Raise and fold the rear end of the cargo floor board.

2. Stow the cover housing in the cargo area end.

3. Put the cargo floor board back while hanging two retaining straps on the hooks that are located on the rear wall of cargo area.
To install the cover housing
1. Shorten the cover housing

2. Insert both ends of the cover housing into the recesses of the retainers.
To remove the cover housing
Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped)Before driving
Make certain that you and all of your
passengers are wearing seatbelts.
Carry some emergency equipment,
such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel,
wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or
citizens band radio.
Secure all cargo carried inside the
vehicle and make certain that it i ...
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and
switches
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate
control panel, audio equipment, instrument
panel, center console, combination
meter panel, and switches.
CAUTION
Do not use organic solvents such
as paint thinners or fuel, or
strong cleaning agents that contain
those solvents. Doing so
cou ...
Loading your vehicle
WARNING
Never allow passengers to sit or ride in the cargo area of the Subaru
Ascent, especially on folded rear seatbacks. This practice is extremely dangerous
and can result in serious injury in the event of sudden braking or a collision.
Do not stack luggage or cargo higher than the to ...