Keys and doors / Keyless access with push-button start system 2-7 and power transmission lines – When products that transmit radio waves are used, such as an access key fob or a remote transmitter key of another vehicle – When carrying the access key fob of your vehicle together with the access key fob or the remote transmitter of another vehicle – When the access key fob is placed near wireless communication equipment such as a cell phone – When the access key fob is placed near a metallic object – When metallic accessories are attached to the access key fob – When carrying the access key fob with electronic appliances such as a laptop computer – When the battery of the access key fob is discharged. The access key fob is always communicating with the vehicle and is continuously using the battery. Although the life of the battery varies depending on the operating conditions, it is approximately 1 to 2 years. If the battery becomes fully discharged, replace it with a new one.. If an access key fob is lost, it is recommended that all of the remaining access key fobs be reregistered. For reregistration of an access key fob, contact a SUBARU dealer.. For a spare access key fob, contact a SUBARU dealer.. Up to 7 access key fobs can be registered for one vehicle.. Do not leave the access key fob in the storage spaces inside the vehicle, such as the door pocket, dashboard, inside the trunk and the corner of the cargo area. Vibrations may damage the key fob or turn on the switch, possibly resulting in a lockout.. After the vehicle battery is discharged or replaced, initialization of the steering lock system may be required to start the engine. In this case, perform the following procedure to initialize the steering lock.( 1) Turn the push-button ignition switch to the“ OFF” position. For details, refer to“ Switching power status” ☞3-7.( 2) Open and close the driver’ s door.( 3) Wait for approximately 10 seconds.
When the steering is locked, the initialization is completed.
. Do not leave the access key fob in the following places.
– On the instrument panel – On the floor – Inside the glove box – Inside the door trim pocket – On the rear seat – On the rear shelf( sedan) – Inside the trunk( sedan) – In the cargo area( 5-door models)
If you do, the following situations may occur. – The access key fob is mistakenly locked inside the vehicle. – A false warning issues although no malfunction actually occurs. – No warning issues even when any malfunction occurs.
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