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Keys ...................................................................\
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Key number ............................................................. 2-2
Immobilizer (if equipped) ................................... 2-3
Security ID plate ..................................................... 2-3
Security indicator light ........................................... 2-3
Key replacement ..................................................... 2-4
Door locks ........................................................... 2-4
Locking and unlocking from the outside ............. 2-4
Locking and unlocking from the inside ................ 2-5
Power door locking switches ............................ 2-6
Key lock-in prevention function ............................ 2-6
Remote keyless entry system ........................... 2-6
Locking the doors .................................................. 2-7
Unlocking the doors ............................................... 2-7
Illuminated entry ..................................................... 2-8
Vehicle finder function ........................................... 2-8
Sounding a panic alarm ......................................... 2-8
Selecting audible signal operation ....................... 2-8
Replacing the battery ............................................. 2-8
Replacing lost transmitters ................................... 2-9
Alarm system ...................................................... 2-12
System operation ................................................... 2-12
Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..... 2-13
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system ................................................................... 2-13
Arming the system ................................................. 2-13
Disarming the system ............................................ 2-14
Valet mode .............................................................. 2-15
Passive arming ....................................................... 2-15 Tripped sensor identification ................................ 2-16
Shock sensors (dealer option) .............................. 2-16
Child safety locks ............................................... 2-17
Windows .............................................................. 2-18
Power windows ....................................................... 2-18
Rear gate ............................................................. 2-20
Moonroof (if equipped) ...................................... 2-21
To open the moonroof ............................................ 2-21
To close the moonroof ........................................... 2-21
Anti-entrapment function ....................................... 2-21
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KeysVehicle with immobilizer system
1) Master key (Black)
2) Submaster key (Black)
3) Valet key (Gray)
4) Key number plate
5) Security ID plateVehicle without immobilizer system
1) Master key
2) Submaster key
3) Valet key
4) Key number plate
Three types of keys are provided for your
vehicle:
Master key, submaster key and valet key.
The master key and submaster key fit all
locks on your vehicle.
y
Ignition switch
y Driver’s door
y Glove box
The valet key fits only the ignition switch
and door lock. You can keep the glove box
locked when you leave your vehicle and
valet key at a parking facility.
„ Key numberThe key number is stamped on the key
number plate attached to the key set.
Write down the key number and keep it in
another safe place, not in the vehicle. This
number is needed to make a replacement
key if you lose your key or lock it inside the
vehicle.
For information on making replacement
keys for vehicles with the immobilizer sys-
tem, refer to the “Immobilizer (if
equipped)” section in this chapter.
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Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it bangs
against your knees while you are
driving, it could turn the ignition
switch from the ON position to the
ACC or OFF position, thereby stop-
ping the engine.
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Immobilizer (if equipped)The immobilizer system is designed to
prevent an unauthorized persons from
starting the engine. Only keys registered
with your vehicle’s immobilizer system
can be used to operate your vehicle. Even
if an unregistered key fits into the ignition
switch and can be turned to the “START”
position, the engine will automatically stop
after several seconds.
Each immobilizer key contains a tran-
sponder in which the key’s ID code is
stored. When a key is inserted into the ig-
nition switch and turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, the transponder transmits the key’s
ID code to the immobilizer system’s re-
ceiver. If the transmitted ID code matches
the ID code registered in the immobilizer
system, the system allows the engine to
be started. Since the ID code is transmit-
ted and acted upon almost instantly, the
immobilizer system does not impede nor-
mal starting of the engine.
If the engine fails to start, pull out the key
once before trying again. (Refer to the “Ig-
nition switch” section [chapter 3].)
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of In-
dustry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including in-
terference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not express-
ly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTETo protect your vehicle from theft,
please pay close attention to the fol-
lowing security precautions:
y
Never leave your vehicle unattended
with its keys inside.
y Before leaving your vehicle, close all
windows and lock the doors and rear
gate.
y Do not leave spare keys or any
record of your key number in the vehi-
cle.
„ Security ID plate1) Key number plate
2) Security ID plateThe security ID is stamped on the security
ID plate attached to the key set. Write
down the security ID and keep it in another
safe place, not in the vehicle. This number
is needed to make a replacement key if
you lose your key or lock it inside the vehi-
cle.
This number is also needed for replace-
ment or repair of the engine control mod-
ule and immobilizer control module. „Security indicator light The security indicator light deters potential
thieves by indicating that the vehicle is
y
Do not place the key under direct
sunlight or anywhere it may be-
come hot.
y Do not get the key wet. If the key
gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth
immediately.
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equipped with an immobilizer system. It
begins flashing approximately 60 seconds
after the ignition switch is turned from the
“ON” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” po-
sition or immediately after the key is pulled
out.
If the security indicator light does not
flash, the immobilizer system may be
faulty. If this occurs, contact your
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g.
an imitation key), the security indicator
light comes on.NOTEEven if the security indicator light
flashes irregularly or its fuse blows
(the light does not flash if its fuse is
blown), the immobilizer system will
function normally. „Key replacementYour key number plate and security ID
plate will be required if you ever need a re-
placement key made. Any new key must
be registered for use with your vehicle’s
immobilizer system before it can be used.
Up to four keys can be registered for use
with one vehicle.
For security, all the keys registered with
your vehicle’s immobilizer system will have their ID codes erased and re-regis-
tered when a new key is made. Therefore,
all of your vehicle’s keys must be present-
ed when a new key is registered. Any key
that is not re-registered when a new key is
made cannot be used after the other keys
are re-registered. For information on re-
placement keys and on the registration of
keys with your immobilizer system, con-
tact your SUBARU dealer.
Door locks „
Locking and unlocking from
the outside1) Lock
2) UnlockTo lock the driver’s door from the outside
with the key, turn the key toward the rear.
To unlock the door, turn the key toward
the front (Driver’s side only).
Pull the outside door handle to open the
unlocked door.
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To replace the battery:
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1. Open the transmitter case using a flat-
head screwdriver.
2. Separate the case.
3. Remove the old battery from the hold-
er.
1) Negative (–) side facing up4. Replace with a new battery (Type
CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to in-
stall the new battery with the negative (–)
side facing up.
5. Reinstall the back half of the transmit-
ter case by snapping it back on.
After the battery is replaced, the trans-
mitter must be synchronized with the
keyless entry system’s control unit.
Press either the “ ” or “ ” button
six times to synchronize the unit.
„Replacing lost transmittersIf you lose a transmitter or want to pur-
chase additional transmitters (up to four
can be programmed), you should re-pro-
gram all of your transmitters for security
reasons. It is recommended that you have
your dealer program all of your transmit-
ters into your system.
T Programming the transmitters
The keyless entry system is equipped with
a special code learning feature that allows
you to program new transmitter codes into
the system or to delete old ones. The sys-
tem can learn up to four unique transmitter
codes. The four transmitter codes may be
the same or different.
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y Do not let dust, oil or water get on
or in the transmitter when replac-
ing the battery.
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yBe careful not to damage the
printed circuit board in the trans-
mitter when replacing the battery.
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