Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system
ground, even if it is in the indicated
operating range.
. The status of the access key fob and
the radio wave conditions around the
vehicle (in this case, perform the proce-
dure described in “Locking and unlocking”
F9-19.
1)
LED indicator
When the access key fob is within either of
the operating ranges of the front doors, the
LED indicator on the access key fob
flashes. When the keyless access func-
tions are disabled, the LED indicator does
not flash unless a button on the access key
fob is pressed.
! Operating range tips
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Regarding malfunction:
The keyless access function may not
operate properly due to the following
reasons.
. The access key fob is placed too close
to the vehicle body (in this case, repeat the
operation from further away).
. The access key fob is placed near the
ground or in an elevated location from the
Precautions:
. When the access key fob is within the
operating range, it is possible for anyone,
even someone who is not carrying the
access key fob, to operate the keyless
access function. Please note that the
keyless access function is only available
for the following items when the access
key fob is detected within operating range.
– Door handle
– Door lock sensor
– Rear gate opener button (Outback)
– Trunk opener button (Legacy)
– Rear lock button (Outback)
. It is not possible to lock the doors and
rear gate using the keyless access func-
tion when the access key fob is inside the
vehicle. However, depending on the status
of the access key fob and the environ-
mental conditions, the access key fob may
be locked inside the vehicle. Before lock-
ing, make sure that you have the access
key fob.
. The operating ranges may be reduced,
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or the keyless access function may not
operate in the following cases:
– When the battery of the access key
fob is discharged
– When the access key fob is in a
location with strong radio waves or
noise (e.g., near a radio tower, power
plant, broadcast station or an area
where wireless equipment is used)
– While talking on a cell phone
In such a case, perform the procedure
described in “Locking and unlocking”
F9-19.
. When an access key fob is in the
operating range, if the door handle be-
comes wet due to exposure to a significant
amount of water when the vehicle is
washed or during heavy rain, the doors
may be locked or unlocked.
! How to use keyless access func-
tions
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! Keyless access function tips
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. Turn off the push-button ignition switch
before locking the doors (including rear
gate) using the keyless access function. It
is not possible to lock the doors (including
the rear gate) using the keyless access
function when the push-button ignition
switch is on the “ACC” or “ON” position.
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