2014 SUBARU TRIBECA light

Immobilizer
CAUTION
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not ex-pressly approved by the party re-sponsible for compliance could voidthe user’s authority to operate theequipment.
The immobilizer system is designed toprevent an unauthorized person fromstarting the engine. Only keys registeredwith your vehicle’s immobilizer system canbe used to operate your vehicle. Even ifan unregistered key fits into the ignitionswitchand can be turned to the“START”position, the engine will automatically stopafter several seconds.
Each immobilizer key contains a trans-ponder in which the key’s ID code isstored. When a key is inserted into theignition switch and turned to the“ON”position, the transponder transmits thekey’s ID code to the immobilizer system’sreceiver. If the transmitted ID codematches the ID code registered in theimmobilizer system, the system allows theengine to be started. Since the ID code istransmitted and acted upon almost in-
stantly, the immobilizer system does notimpede normal starting of the engine.
If the engine does not start, pull out thekey once before trying again. Refer to“Ignition switch”F3-3.
This device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of ICRules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this de-vice may not cause harmful interfer-ence, and (2) this device must acceptany interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
CAUTION
.Do not place the key under directsunlight or anywhere it maybecomehot.
.Do not get the key wet. If the keygets wet, wipe it dry with a clothimmediately.
NOTE
To p r o t e c t y o u r v e h i c l e f r o m t h e f t ,please pay close attention to the fol-lowing security precautions.
.Never leaveyour vehicle unattendedwith its keys inside..Before leaving your vehicle, close all
windows and lock the doors and reargate..Do not leave spare keys or anyrecord of your key number in thevehicle.
&Security ID plate
1) Key number plate2) Security ID plate
The security ID is stamped on the securityID plate attached to the key set. Writedown the security ID and keep it inanother safe place, not in the vehicle.This number is needed to make a replace-ment key if you lose your key or lock itinside the vehicle.
This number is also needed for replace-ment or repair of the engine control unit,
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integrated unit, and combination meter.
&Security indicator light
The security indicator light deters potentialthieves by indicating that the vehicle isequipped with an immobilizer system. Itbegins flashing approximately 60 secondsafter the ignition switch is turned from the“ON”position to the“Acc”or“LOCK”position or immediately after the key ispulled out.
If the security indicator light does not flash,the immobilizer system may be malfunc-tioning. If this occurs, contact yourSUBARUdealer as soon as possible.
In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g.an imitation key), the security indicatorlight illuminates.
NOTE
Even if the security indicator lightflashes irregularly or its fuse blows(the light does not flash if its fuse isblown), the immobilizer system willfunction normally.
&Key replacement
Your key number plate and security IDplate will be required if you ever need areplacement key made. Any new key mustbe registered for use with your vehicle’simmobilizer system before it can be used.Up to four keys can be registered for usewith one vehicle.
For security, all the keys registered withyour vehicle’simmobilizersystemwillhave their ID codes erased and re-registered when a new key is made.Therefore, all of your vehicle’s keys mustbe presented when a new key is regis-tered. Any key that is not re-registeredwhen a new key is made cannot be usedafter the other keys are re-registered. Forinformation on replacement keys and onthe registration of keys with your immo-bilizer system, contact your SUBARUdealer.
NOTE
A vehicle that is equipped with theremote engine start system as a dealer
option can register up to three keys foruse with one vehicle.

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It also helps prevent passengersfrom falling out if a door is acciden-tally opened, and intruders fromunexpectedly opening doors andentering your vehicle.
To lock the door from the inside, rotate thelock lever rearward.
To unlock the door from the inside, rotatethe lock lever forward.
The red mark on the lock lever appearswhen the door is unlocked.
Pull the inside door handle to open anunlocked door.
Always make sure that all doors and therear gate are closed and locked beforestarting to drive.
&Battery drainage prevention
function
If any of the doors or the rear gate is notcompletely closed, the interior lights willremain illuminated as a result. However,several lights are automatically turned offby the battery drainage prevention func-tion to prevent the battery from dischar-
ging. The following interior lights areaffected by this function.
ItemSwitchpositionAutomatically turningoff
Map lights OFFApproximately 30seconds later
Dome light DOORApproximately 10minutes later
Ignitionswitch light—Approximately 10minutes later
Door steplights—None*
Cargo arealightDOORNone*
*: Door step lights and the cargo area light arenot affected by the battery drainage preventionfunction, so the lights do not turn off automa-tically. To turn off the lights, it is necessary thateach door and the rear gate are completelyclosed.
The operational/non-operational setting ofthis function can be changed by aSUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARUdealer to change the setting.
NOTE
.The factory setting (default setting)for this function is set as“operational”..When leaving the vehicle, pleasemakesure that all doors and the rear

to the following two conditions: (1) Thisdevice may not cause harmful inter-ference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, in-cluding interference that may causeundesired operation.
Changes or modifications not ex-pressly approved by the party respon-sible for compliance could void theuser’s authority to operate the equip-ment.
The transmitter for the remote keylessentry system is located inside the keyhead.
The remote keyless entry system has thefollowing functions.
.Locking and unlocking the doors andrear gatewithout a key
.Unlocking the rear gate without key
.Sounding a panic alarm
.Arming and disarming the alarm sys-tem. For detailed information, refer to“Alarm system”F2-16.
The operable distance of the remotekeyless entry system is approximately 30feet (10 meters). However, this distancewill vary depending on environmentalconditions.
The system’s operable distance will beshorter in areas near a facility or electronic
equipment emitting strong radio wavessuch as a power plant, broadcast station,TV tower, or remote controller of homeelectronic appliances.
NOTE
The remote keyless entry system doesnot operate when the ignition key isinserted in the ignition switch or whenany of the doors or the rear gate is notfully closed.
: Rear gate unlock button: Unlock/disarm button: Lock/arm buttonA: Panic button
&Locking the doors
Press the“”button to lock all doors andrear gate. An electronic chirp will soundonce and the turn signal lights will flashonce.
If any of the doors or the rear gate is notfully closed, an electronic chirp will soundfive times and the turn signal lights willflash five times to alert you that any of thedoorsor the rear gate is not properlyclosed. When you close the door, it willautomatically lock and then an electronicchirp will sound once and the turn signallights will flash once.
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&Unlocking the doors
Press the“”button to unlock the driver’sdoor. An electronic chirp will sound twiceand the turn signal lights will flash twice.To unlock all doors and the rear gate,briefly press the“”button a second timewithin 5 seconds.
NOTE
If the interval between the first andsecond presses of the“”button (forunlocking of all of the doors and therear gate) is extremely short, the sys-tem may not respond.
&Unlocking the rear gate
Pressing the“”button opens the reargate.
An electronic chirp will sound twice andthe turn signal lights will flash twice.
&Illuminated entry
Interior lights such as the map light, domelight and cargo area light will illuminatewhen the“”button is pressed. Theselights remain illuminated for approximately30 seconds if any of the doors or the reargate is not opened.
If the“”button is pressed before 30seconds have elapsed, these lights willturn off.
To activate this function, set the followinginterior light switches to the indicated
positions:
Map light:OFFposition
Dome light:DOORposition
Cargo area light:DOORposition
A SUBARU dealer can change the illumi-nationperiod setting of the interior lights inaccordance with your preference. Contactthe nearest SUBARU dealer for details.
&Vehicle finder function
Use this function to find your vehicleparked among many vehicles in a largeparking lot. Provided you are within 30 feet(10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing the“”buttonthree times in a 5-second periodwill cause your vehicle’s horn to soundonce and its turn signal lights to flash threetimes.
NOTE
If the interval between presses is tooshort when you press the“”buttonthree times, the system may not re-spond to the signals from the remotetransmitter.

&Sounding a panic alarm
To activate the alarm, press the“PANIC”button once.
The horn will sound and the turn signallights will flash.
To deactivate the panic alarm, press anybuttonon the remote transmitter. Unless abutton on the remote transmitter ispressed, the alarm will be deactivatedafter approximately 30 seconds.
&Selecting audible signal op-
eration
Using an electronic chirp, the system willgive you an audible signal when the doorslock and unlock. If desired, you may turnthe audible signal off.
Do the following to deactivate the audible
signal. You can also use the same stepsto restore the function.
1. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut alldoors and the rear gate.
2. Hold down the UNLOCK side of thepower door locking switch.
3. While holding down the“UNLOCK”sideof the power door locking switch, pullthe key out and re-insert it into the ignitionswitch at least 6 times within 10 secondsafter Step 2.
4. Open and close the driver’s door oncewithin 10 seconds after step 3.
5. The turn signal lights flash 3 times toindicate completion of the setting.
You may have the above settings done byyour SUBARU dealer.
&Replacing the battery
CAUTION
.Do not let dust, oil or water get onor in the transmitter when repla-cing the battery.
.Be careful not to damage theprinted circuit board in the trans-mitter when replacing the battery.
.Be careful not to allow children totouch the battery and any re-moved parts; children could
swallow them.
.There is a danger of explosion ifan incorrect replacement batteryis used. Replace only with thesame or equivalent type of bat-tery.
.Batteries should not be exposedto excessive heat such as sun-shine, fire or the like.
When the transmitter battery begins to getweak, transmitter range will begin todecrease. Replace the battery as soonas possible.
To replace the battery:
1. Remove the screw on the key head.
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different.
Programming transmitter codes intosystem:
Key tag
Transmitter circuit board
To register a new transmitter with the
remote keyless entry system, it is neces-sary to program the transmitter’s code(identification number) into the system. Atag showing the code is affixed to the keyunit, and another is affixed to the circuitboard inside the transmitter. If there is notag, open the transmitter case and make anote of the eight-digit number. Programthe number into the system in accordancewith the following procedure.
1. Firmly close the doors and the reargate.
2. Open the driver’s door, sit on thedriver’s seat, and close the door.
3. Perform the following steps within 45seconds.
(1) Open and close the driver’s dooronce.
1) LOCK2) ON
(2) Insert the key into the ignitionswitch, then turn it from the“LOCK”position to the“ON”position 10 timeswithin 15 seconds.
NOTE
.When you complete step (2), anelectronic tone will sound once, abuzzer will continue to sound and theinterior light will continue to flash untilthe transmitter codes are completelyregistered..If you do not perform steps (1) and(2) within 45 seconds, an error willoccur. Neither an electronic tone northe buzzer will sound, and the interiorlamp will not flash. In this event, per-
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Alarm system
The alarm system helps to protect yourvehicle and valuables from theft. The hornsounds and the turn signal lights flash ifsomeone attempts to break into yourvehicle.
The system can be armed and disarmedwith the remote transmitter.
The system does not operate when thekey is inserted into the ignition switch.
Your vehicle’s alarm system has been setfor activation at the time of shipment fromthe factory. You can set the system fordeactivation yourself or have it done byyour SUBARU dealer.
&System operation
The alarm system will give the followingalarms when triggered.
.The vehicle’s horn will sound for 30seconds.
.The turn signal lights will flash for 30seconds.
If any of the doors or the rear gate remainsopen after the 30-second period, the hornwill continueto sound for a maximum of 3minutes. If any of the doors or the reargate is closed while the horn is sounding,the horn will stop sounding with a delay of
up to 30 seconds.
The alarm is triggered by:
.Opening any of the doors or the reargate
.Physical impact to the vehicle, such asforced entry (only vehicles with shocksensors (dealer option))
NOTE
The alarm system can be set to triggerthe illumination of the following interiorlights.
.Dome light (illuminates only whenthe dome light switch is in the“DOOR”position).Map lights
The notifications regarding the domelight and the map lights are deactivatedas the factory setting. A SUBARUdealer can activate the system. Contactyour SUBARU dealer for details.
&Activating and deactivating
the alarm system
To change the setting of your vehicle’salarm system for activation or deactiva-tion, do the following.
1. Disarm the alarm system. Refer to“Disarming the system”F2-18.
2. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all
doors and the rear gate.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the“ON”position.
4. Hold down the UNLOCK side of thedriver’s power door locking switch, openthe driver’s door within the following 1second, and wait 10 seconds withoutreleasing the switch. The setting will thenbe changed as follows.
If the system was previously activated:
The odometer/trip meter screen displays“AL oF”and the horn sounds twice,indicating that the system is now deacti-vated.
If the system was previously deacti-vated:
The odometer/trip meter screen displays“AL on”and the horn sounds once,indicating that the system is now acti-vated.
NOTE
Yo u m a y h a v e t h e a b o v e s e t t i n gchange done by your SUBARU dealer.