Keys and doors / Alarm system 2-33
NOTE
For models with“ keyless access with push-button start system”, if the access key battery is discharged, perform the procedure described in“ Switching power status” F9-18. In such a case, replace the battery immediately. Refer to“ Replacing battery of access key” F11-50.
& Valet mode
When you choose the valet mode, the alarm system does not operate. In valet mode, the access key / remote transmitter is used only for locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate( Outback) and panic activation.
To enter the valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’ s alarm system for deactivation mode. Refer to“ Activating and deactivating the alarm system” F2- 29. The security indicator light will continue to flash once every 3 seconds indicating that the system is in the valet mode.
To exit valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’ s alarm system for activation mode. Refer to“ Activating and deactivating the alarm system” F2-29.
& Tripped sensor identification
The security indicator light flashes when the alarm system has been triggered. Also, the number of flashes indicates the location of unauthorized intrusion or the severity of impact on the vehicle.
When the ignition switch is turned to the“ ON” position, the indicator light will illuminate for 1 second and then flash as follows:
. When a door or rear gate( Outback) was opened: 5 times
. When the trunk( Legacy) was opened: 4 times
. When a strong impact or multiple impacts were sensed: twice( only models with shock sensors( dealer option))
. When a light impact was sensed: once( only models with shock sensors( dealer option))
& Shock sensors( dealer option)
The shock sensors trigger the alarm system when they sense impacts applied to the vehicle and when any of their electric wires is cut. The alarm system causes the horn to sound and the hazard warning flashers to flash for a short time when the sensed impact is weak, but it warns of a strong impact or multiple impacts by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard warning flashers, both lasting approximately 30 seconds.
If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can connect them and set them for activation or deactivation.
NOTE
. The shock sensors are not always able to sense impacts caused by breaking in, and cannot sense an impact that does not cause vibration( such as breaking the glass using a rescue hammer).. The shock sensors may sense vibration like those shown in the following examples and trigger the alarm system. Select the settings of the alarm system and shock sensors appropriately depending on where you usually park your vehicle.
Examples: – Vibration from construction site – Vibration in multistory car park – Vibration from trains. You can have the sensitivity of the shock sensors adjusted to your preference by your SUBARU dealer.