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Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System 125
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 functions are disabled , the LED indicator does not flash unless a button on the access key fob is pressed .
NOTE
. If the access key fob is placed too close to the vehicle body , the keyless access functions may not operate properly . If it does not operate properly , repeat the operation from farther away .
. If the access key fob is placed near the ground or in an elevated location from the ground , even if it is in the indicated operating range , the keyless access function may not operate properly .
. 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 . Note that the keyless access function can be operated only by the door handle , door lock sensor , rear gate opener button or rear lock button in the operating range in which the access key fob is detected .
. It is not possible to lock the doors , rear gate and fuel filler lid using the keyless access function when the access key fob is inside the vehicle . However , depending on the status of the access key fob and the environmental conditions , the access key fob may be locked inside the vehicle . Before locking the vehicle , make sure that you have the access key fob .
. When the battery of the access key fob is discharged , or when operating it 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 ), or while talking on a cell phone , the operating ranges may be reduced , or the keyless access function may not operate . In such a case , perform the procedure described in “ Locking and Unlocking ” FP502 .
. The doors may lock or unlock when the car is being washed or exposed to a significant amount of water that touches the door handle while the key fob is still in the operating range .
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It is possible to perform the following operations when you are carrying the
access key fob .
. Lock and unlock the doors and the fuel filler lid .
. Unlock the trunk lid ( Legacy ).
. Unlock and lock the rear gate ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness ).
NOTE
. It is not possible to lock the doors , rear gate and fuel filler lid using the keyless access function when the push-button ignition switch is in the “ ACC ” or “ ON ” position . Refer to “ Switching Power Status ” FP177 .
. If the door handle is gripped with a gloved hand , the door lock may not be released .
. If the door lock sensor is touched three times or more repeatedly , the system will ignore the sensor operation .
. When performing the locking procedure too quickly , locking may not complete . After performing the locking procedure , it is recommended to pull the rear door handle to confirm that the doors have been locked .
. If any of the doors ( or the rear gate ) are not fully closed , the following will occur to alert you that the doors ( or the rear gate ) are not properly closed .
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