Subaru Forester Manuals 2018 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 117

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 2-11 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 – CONTINUED –