Subaru WRX & WRX STI Manuals 2018 WRX & WRX STI Owner’s Manual | Page 517

Maintenance and service/Replacing battery
same or equivalent type of the
battery.
. Do not expose batteries to ex-
cessive heat such as bright sun-
light, fire or the like.
NOTE
. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type of battery recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
. Dispose of used batteries according
to local laws.
. Mount the battery in the correct
orientation to prevent fluid leakage.
Be careful not to bend the terminals. It
may result in a malfunction.
. It is recommended that the battery
should be replaced by a SUBARU
dealer.
. Use a new battery.
. After replacing the battery, confirm
that the access key fob/transmitter
functions properly.
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& Replacing battery of access
key fob
CAUTION
When removing or reinstalling the
access key fob cover, make sure
that the plastic part does not come
off or become misaligned.
Battery: Button battery CR2032
2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to
remove the cover.
1)
2)
Release button
Emergency key
1. Take out the emergency key.
3. Take out the battery using a flat-head
screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.
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