2016 SUBARU WRX keyless

1) Antenna
CAUTION
. Never leave or store the access
key inside the vehicle (e.g., on
the instrumental panel, inside the glove box, on the seat, in the
door pocket or on the rear shelf)
or within 6.6 ft (2 m) around the
vehicle (e.g., in the garage). The
access key may be locked inside
the vehicle, or the battery may
discharge rapidly. Note that the
push-button ignition switch may
not turn on in some cases de-
pending on the location of the
access key.
. The access key contains electro-
nic components. Observe the
following precautions to prevent
malfunctions.
– Although you can replace the
battery of the access key
yourself, it is recommended
that the battery be replaced by
a SUBARU dealer to avoid the
risk of damage at the time of
replacement.
– Do not get the access key wet.
If the access key gets wet,
wipe it off immediately and let
it dry completely.
– Do not apply strong impacts
to the access key.
– Keep the access key away
from magnetic sources.
– Never leave the access key in direct sunlight or anywhere
that may become hot, such
as on the dashboard. It may
damage the battery or cause
circuit malfunctions.
– Do not wash the access key in
an ultrasonic washer.
– Do not leave the access key in
humid or dusty locations.
Doing so may cause malfunc-
tions.
– Do not leave the access key
near personal computers or
home electric appliances.
Doing so may cause the ac-
cess key to malfunction, re-
sulting in battery discharge.
. If the access key is dropped, the
integrated mechanical key inside
may become loose. Be careful
not to lose the mechanical key.
. When you carry the access key
on an airplane, do not press the
button of the access key while in
the airplane. When any button of
the access key is pressed, radio
waves are sent and may affect
the operation of the airplane.
When you carry the access key
in a bag on an airplane, take
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of the access key from being
pressed.
NOTE . The operational/non-operational
setting for the keyless access function
can be changed. For the setting proce-
dure, refer to “ Disabling keyless ac-
cess function ” F 2-16. The setting can
also be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
For more details, contact a SUBARU
dealer.
. For detailed information about the
operation method for the push-button
ignition switch while the keyless ac-
cess function is switched to the non-
operational mode, refer to “ Access key
– if access key does not operate
properly ” F 9-16.
. The keyless access with push-but-
ton start system uses weak radio
waves. The status of the access key
and environmental conditions may in-
terfere with the communication be-
tween the access key and the vehicle
under the following conditions, and it
may not be possible to lock or unlock
the doors or start the engine.
– When operating near a facility
where strong radio waves are trans-
mitted, such as a broadcast station and power transmission lines
– When products that transmit
radio waves are used, such as an
access key or a remote transmitter
key of another vehicle
– When the access key is placed
near wireless communication
equipment such as a cell phone
– When the access key is placed
near a metallic object
– When metallic accessories are
attached to the access key
– When carrying the access key
with electronic appliances such as
a laptop computer
– When the battery of the access
key is discharged
. The access key is always commu-
nicating with the vehicle and is con-
tinuously using the battery. Although
the life of the battery varies depending
on the operating conditions, it is ap-
proximately 1 to 2 years. If the battery
becomes fully discharged, replace it
with a new one.
. If an access key is lost, it is
recommended that the remaining ac-
cess key be reregistered. For reregis-
tration of an access key, contact a
SUBARU dealer.
. For a spare access key, contact a
SUBARU dealer. . Up to 7 access keys can be regis-
tered for one vehicle.
. Carefully store the key number plate
supplied with the access key. It is
necessary for vehicle repair.
. Do not leave the access key in the
storage spaces inside the vehicle, such
as the door pocket, dashboard and the
rear shelf. Vibrations may damage the
key or turn on the switch, possibly
resulting in a lockout.
. After the vehicle battery is dis-
charged or replaced, initialization of
the steering lock system may be re-
quired to start the engine. In this case,
perform the following procedure to
initialize the steering lock.
(1) Turn the push-button ignition
switch to the “ OFF ” position. For
details, refer to “ Switching power ”
F 3-7.
(2) Open and close the driver ’ s
door.
(3) Wait for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
When the steering is locked, the initi-
alization is completed.2-12

& Locking and unlocking with
“ keyless access ” entry func-
tion ! Operating ranges
1) Antenna
2) Operating range
The operating ranges of the door locking/
unlocking functions and the trunk lid
unlocking function are approximately 16
to 32 in (40 to 80 cm) from the respective
door handles and the trunk ornament. 1) LED indicator
When the access key is within either of the
operating ranges of the front doors, the
LED indicator on the access key flashes.
When the keyless access functions are
disabled, the LED indicator does not flash
unless a button on the access key is
pressed.
! Operating range tips
. Locking by using the keyless access
function can be operated only by the door
lock sensor in the operating range in
which the access key is detected.
. Unlocking by using the keyless access
function can be operated only by the door
handle in the operating range in which the
access key is detected.
. If the access key is placed too close to the vehicle body, the keyless access
function may not operate properly. If they
do not operate properly, repeat the opera-
tion from further away.
. If the access key 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 func-
tion may not operate properly.
. When the access key is within the
operating range, it is possible for anyone,
even someone who is not carrying the
access key, to operate the keyless access
function. Note that locking and unlocking
can be operated only by the door handle,
door lock sensor or trunk lid opener button
in the operating range in which the access
key is detected.
. It is not possible to lock the doors using
the keyless access function when the
access key is inside the vehicle. However,
depending on the status of the access key
and the environmental conditions, the
access key may be locked inside the
vehicle. Before locking, make sure that
you have the access key.
. When the battery of the access key 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 wire-
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on a cell phone, the operating ranges may
be reduced, or the keyless access func-
tion may not operate.
In such a case, perform the procedure
described in “ Locking and unlocking ” F 9-
16.
. When an access key is in the operating
range, if the door handle becomes 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.
. The keyless access function may not
operate properly depending on the status
of the access key and the radio wave
conditions around the vehicle. In such a
case, perform the procedure described in
“ Locking and unlocking ” F 9-16.
! How to use keyless access func-
tions
! Keyless access function tips
. When you lock the doors using the
keyless access function, turn the push-
button ignition switch off. It is not possible
to lock the doors using the keyless access
function when the push-button ignition
switch is on the “ ACC ” or “ ON ” position.
Refer to “ Switching power ” F 3-7.
. If the door handle is gripped or the door
lock sensor is touched with a gloved hand,
the door lock may not be operated. . If the door lock sensor is touched three
times or more repeatedly, the system will
ignore the sensor operation.
. When performing the locking proce-
dure too quickly, locking may not have
been completed. After locking the doors, it
is recommended to pull the REAR door
handles to confirm that the doors have
been locked.
. It is possible to lock the doors even
when one of the doors is open. After
performing the locking procedure, close
the opened door to lock it.
. Within 3 seconds after locking the
doors by using the keyless access func-
tion, it is not possible to unlock doors by
using the keyless access function.
. When locking, be sure to carry the
access key to prevent locking the access
key in the vehicle.
. The setting of the hazard warning
flasher operation and the volume of the
audible signal can be changed by your
SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU
dealer for details.
. The setting of the hazard warning
flasher operation can also be changed
by operating the multi function display. For
details, refer to “ Hazard warning flasher
setting ” F 3-84. ! Unlocking
Carry the access key, and grip the door
handle.
. When the driver ’ s door handle is
gripped, only the driver ’ s door will be
unlocked.
. When the front passenger ’ s door han-
dle is gripped, all doors will be unlocked.
Also, an electronic chirp will sound twice
and the hazard warning flashers will flash
twice.2-14

! Opening trunk
1) Trunk lid opener button
Carry the access key, and press the trunk
lid opener button. Only the trunk lid will be
unlocked and opened. Also, an electronic
chirp will sound twice and the hazard
warning flashers will flash twice. ! Locking
1) Door lock sensor (above and below)
Carry the access key, close all doors and
the trunk lid and touch the door lock
sensor on the door handle. All doors will
be locked. Also, an electronic chirp will
sound once and the hazard warning
flashers will flash once.
NOTE After touching the door lock sensor to
lock all of the doors, if you touch the
door lock sensor once more to attempt
the lock operation without first unlock-
ing the doors, nothing will happen,
even if the door lock sensor is touched.
In this case, perform the unlocking
operation once first. You can then
touch the door lock sensor to lock the doors.
! Power saving function
The keyless access function will be
disabled in the following cases to protect
the access key battery and the vehicle
battery.
Case 1: When the keyless access func-
tion and the remote keyless entry system
have not been used for 2 weeks or longer
while all doors are locked
Case 2: When the access key has been
left in the operating range for 10 minutes
or longer while all doors are locked
! Recovery from power saving
mode
When one of the following is operated, the
keyless access function will be recovered.
Case 1:
. Unlock the doors by operating any
procedure other than gripping the front
passenger ’ s door handle
. Lock or unlock the doors
. Open a door and then close it
Case 2:
. Unlock the doors by gripping the door
handle
. Lock the doors by touching the door
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. Lock or unlock the doors by using the
remote keyless entry system
. Lock or unlock the doors by using the
power door locking switch
. Open either of the front doors
! Door unlock selection function
The door unlock selection function makes
it possible to unlock the driver ’ s door
without unlocking any other doors. You
can change the setting for the driver ’ s
door.
Operational: Only the driver ’ s door will be
unlocked.
Non-operational: All doors will be un-
locked.
For the factory setting (default setting),
refer to “ Function settings ” F 23.
NOTE The setting can be changed by your
SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU
dealer for details. Also, the setting can
be changed by operating the multi
function display. For details, refer to
“ Keyless access setting (models with
“ keyless access with push-button start
system ” ) ” F 3-89. & Selecting audible signal op-
eration Using an electronic chirp, the system will
give you an audible signal when the doors
lock and unlock. If desired, you may
change the volume of the audible signal
or turn it off. For details, refer to “ Keyless
buzzer volume setting ” F 3-84.
& Warning chimes and warning
indicator The keyless access with push-button start
system sounds a warning chime and
flashes the access key warning indicator
on the combination meter in order to
minimize improper operations and help
protect your vehicle from theft.
For details, refer to “ Warning chimes and
warning indicator of the keyless access
with push-button start system ” F 3-28.
& Disabling keyless access
function
WARNING
If you wear an implanted pacemaker
or an implanted defibrillator, operate
the driver ’ s door to disable the
keyless access function. Otherwise,
the operation of an implanted pace- maker or implanted defibrillator may
be affected by the radio waves from
the transmitter antenna.
When the vehicle is not going to be used
for a long time, or when you choose not to
use the keyless access function, the
keyless access function can be disabled.
NOTE . The locking and unlocking function
by the remote keyless entry system is
not disabled.
. The setting can also be changed at
SUBARU dealers. For more details,
contact a SUBARU dealer.
. To start the engine while the func-
tions are disabled, perform the proce-
dure described in “ Starting engine ”
F 9-17.
. We recommend that you disable the
keyless access functions under the
following conditions.
– When the vehicle is not going to
be used for an extended period of
time
– When the keyless access func-
tions are not going to be used2-16

! Disabling functions
! By operating the access key
If you have registered a PIN code for PIN
Code Access, you can disable the keyless
access function by operating the access
key. For details about registering a PIN
code, refer to “ Registering a PIN code ”
F 2-20.
1. Open the driver ’ s door.
2. Rotate the lock lever forward. 3. Press and hold the “ ” button and
“
” button on the access key simulta-
neously for more than 5 seconds.
A chirp sound will be heard, and the
function will be disabled. ! By operating the driver ’ s door
1. Sit in the driver ’ s seat, and close the
door.
2. Push the rear side (unlock side) of the
power door locking switch.
3. Within 5 seconds after step 2 is
performed, open the driver ’ s door.
4. Within 5 seconds after step 3 is
performed, push the rear side (unlock
side) of the power door locking switch
twice while the door is open.
5. Within 10 seconds after step 4 is
performed, close and open the driver ’ s
door twice.
6. Within 10 seconds after step 5 is
performed, push the rear side (unlock
side) of the power door locking switch
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7. Within 10 seconds after step 6 is
performed, close and open the driver ’ s
door once.
8. Within 5 seconds after step 7 is
performed, close the door. A chirp sound
will be heard, and the functions will be
disabled.
NOTE In steps 4 and 6, press the power door
locking switch slowly. If the switch is
pressed quickly, the functions may not
be disabled.
! Enabling functions
When the procedure to disable the func-
tions is performed again, the functions are
enabled.
A chirp sound will be heard once.
NOTE . The keyless access function will be
enabled only if you perform the proce-
dure in the same manner you disabled
the function (for example, when dis-
abling by operating the driver ’ s door,
the function will not be enabled even if
you operate the access key).
. Press the push-button ignition
switch if you do not know the proce-
dure in which the keyless access
function was disabled. – When disabling by operating the
driver ’ s door: a chirp will not be
heard
– When disabling by operating the
access key: a chirp will be heard
& When access key does not
operate properly Refer to “ Access key – if access key does
not operate properly ” F 9-16.
& Replacing battery of access
key Refer to “ Replacing battery of access key ”
F 11-50.
& Replacing access key Access keys can be replaced at SUBARU
dealers. For more details, contact a
SUBARU dealer. & Certification for keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system ! U.S.-spec. models
FCC ID: HYQ13CZZ
FCC ID: HYQ14AHC
FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB02
FCC ID: Y8PSSPLF02
CAUTIONFCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user ’ s authority to operate the
equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.2-18