2-5. Alarm System
The alarm system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the hazard warning flashers flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle.
The system can be armed or disarmed with the keyless access function or access key fob.
The system will not be activated when the push-button ignition switch is in the“ ACC” or“ ON” position.
Your vehicle’ s alarm system has been set for deactivation at the time of shipment from the factory. You can set the system for activation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer. Refer to " Alarm System Setting " �P118. ■ Alarm System Operation
When the alarm system is armed, it is triggered by the opening any of the doors, the trunk lid or engine hood.
The alarm system will activate the following alarms when triggered.
� The vehicle’ s horn will sound for 60 seconds.
� The hazard warning flashers, headlights, side marker lights, tail lights and map lights will flash for 60 seconds.
NOTE
The alarm system can be set to trigger the illumination of the map lights( illuminates only when the door interlock switch is in the“ DOOR” position). ■ Arming the System
The alarm system becomes armed when the following operation is performed.
1. Close all windows and turn the ignition switch to the“ OFF” position.
2. Carry the key and get out of the vehicle.
3. Make sure that the engine hood is locked.
4. Lock the doors using any of the following methods.
� Locking using the remote keyless entry system. For details, refer to " Remote Keyless Entry System " �P111. � Locking using the keyless access function. For details, refer to " Locking with the door lock sensor " �P101. � Locking using the power door locking switch. For details, refer to " Locking using power door locking switch " �P114.