Subaru Forester Manuals 2014 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 212

Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system the audible signal off. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. & Disabling keyless access function NOTE When the vehicle is not going to be used for a long time, or when you choose not to use the keyless access function, the keyless access function can be disabled. For models with the multi function display, the setting can be changed by operating the multi function display. For details, refer to “Audible signal setting” F3-71. & Warning chimes and warning light The keyless access with push-button start system sounds a warning chime and flashes the access key warning light on the combination meter in order to minimize improper operations and help protect your vehicle from theft. For details, refer to “Warning chimes and warning light of the keyless access with push-button start system” F3-23. 2-15 ! Disabling functions 1. Sit in the driver’s seat, and close the door. NOTE . The locking and unlocking function by the remote keyless entry system is not disabled. . The setting can also be changed at SUBARU dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. . To start the engine while the functions are disabled, perform the procedure described in “Starting engine” F9-17. . We recommend that you disable the keyless access functions under the following conditions. – When the vehicle is not going to be used for an extended period of time – When the keyless access functions are not going to be used – When the access key needs to be stored inside or near the vehicle 2. Push the rear side (unlock side) of the power door locking switch. 3. Within 5 seconds after step 2 is performed, open the driver’s door. 4. Within 5 seconds after step 3 is performed, push the rear side (unlock side) of the power door locking switch twice while the door is open. 5. Within 30 seconds after step 4 is performed, close and open the driver’s door twice. 6. Within 30 seconds after step 5 is performed, push the rear side (unlock side) of the power door locking switch twice while the door is open. – CONTINUED –