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. It is recommended that the battery should be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.
. Use a new battery.
. After replacing the battery, confirm that the access key fob / transmitter functions properly.
. To clear the access key fob battery warning message after replacing the battery, carry the key fob into the vehicle. Then, without depressing the brake pedal, turn the ignition switch to the“ ON” position and then to the“ OFF” position.
– If the access key fob battery warning message does not disappear even after you replace the battery, it is possible that another access key fob, other than the one you are holding, is nearby and the warning message is responding to that access key fob. Replace the battery of the second access key fob as well and follow the same
procedure. – Do not perform the warning message clearing procedure while holding two or more access key fobs.
REPLACING BATTERY OF AC- CESS KEY FOB s11bk01
Button battery: CR2032 or equivalent
1. Take out the emergency key.
Release button Emergency key
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2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to remove the cover.
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3. Take out the battery using a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.
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CAUTION
. When removing or fitting the access key fob cover, make sure that the plastic part does not come off or become misaligned.
. Before replacing the battery, remove any static electricity.
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