Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
planted defibrillators.
If you wear electric medical equip-
ment other than an implanted pace-
maker or an implanted defibrillator,
before using the keyless access
with push-button start system, refer
to “Radio waves used for the key-
less access with push-button start
system” mentioned later, and con-
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for more information.
The radio waves from the transmit-
ting antennas on the vehicle could
adversely affect the operation of the
electric medical equipment.
“Radio waves used for the keyless
access with push-button start sys-
tem”
. The keyless access with push-
button start system uses radio
waves of the following fre-
quency* in addition to the radio
waves used for the remote key-
less entry system. The radio
waves are periodically output
from the antennas installed on
the vehicle as shown in the
following illustrations.
* Radio frequency: 134 kHz
1)
Antenna
CAUTION
. Never leave or store the access
key fob inside the vehicle (e.g.,
on the instrumental panel, inside
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the glove box, on the seat, in the
door pocket or at the corner of
the cargo area) or within 6.6 ft (2
m) around the vehicle (e.g., in the
garage). The access key fob may
be locked inside the vehicle, or
the battery may discharge ra-
pidly. Note that the push-button
ignition switch may not turn on in
some cases depending on the
location of the access key fob.
. The access key fob contains
electronic components. Observe
the following precautions to pre-
vent malfunctions.
– It is recommended to have the
access key fob battery re-
placed at an authorized
SUBARU dealer to avoid the
risk of damage.
– Do not get the access key fob
wet. If the access key fob gets
wet, wipe it off immediately
and let it dry completely.
– Do not apply strong impacts
to the access key fob.
– Never leave the access key
fob in direct sunlight or any-
where that may become hot,
such as on the dashboard. It
may damage the battery or
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