Subaru Forester Manuals 2025 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 135

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KEYS AND DOORS 131 2-3 . IMMOBILIZER s02ab
The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine . Only keys registered with your vehicle ’ s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle . If engine start is attempted with an unregistered access key fob or key , the engine will not start . Even if the engine does start , it will stop after a few seconds . This system , however , is not a 100 % anti-theft guarantee .
CAUTION
. Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may become hot .
. Do not get the key wet . If the key gets wet , wipe it dry with a cloth immediately .
. Do not modify or remove the system . If modified or removed , the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed .
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NOTE
. To protect your vehicle from theft , please pay close attention to the following security precautions :
– Never leave your vehicle unattended with its keys inside . – Before leaving your vehicle , close
all windows and the moonroof , and lock all the doors ( including the rear
gate and the fuel filler lid ). – Do not leave spare keys or any
record of your key number in the vehicle .
. The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system .
SECURITY INDICATOR LIGHT s02ab02
Refer to “ Security Indicator Light ” FP192 .
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