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 ” F3-7 . ( 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 .
& Locking and unlocking by holding the access key fob
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When the access key fob is carried within the operating range , the doors and the rear gate ( 5-door models ) can be locked / unlocked just by touching the door handle .
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The vehicle can also be locked / unlocked with the remote keyless entry system . For details , refer to “ Remote keyless entry system ” F2-19 .
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