2017 SUBARU CROSSTREK keyless entry

Interior equipment/Interior lights
Interior lights
CAUTION
When leaving your vehicle, make
sure the lights are turned off to
avoid battery discharge.
&Dome light
1) ON
2) DOOR
3) OFF
The dome light switch has the following
positions.
ON:The light remains on continuously.
OFF:The light remains off.
DOOR:The dome light illuminates auto-
matically in the following cases.
.Any of the doors or the rear gate is
opened.
.The doors or the rear gate are un-
locked using the keyless access function
(if equipped). Refer to“Locking and
unlocking with“keyless access”entry
function”F2-13..The doors or the rear gate are un-
locked using the remote keyless entry
transmitter.
.The ignition switch is turned from the
“ACC”position to the“LOCK”/“OFF”posi-
tion.
&Cargo area light
1) DOOR
2) OFF
DOOR: The light illuminates when the rear
gate is opened. The light remains illumi-
nated for several seconds and gradually
turns off after the rear gate is closed.
OFF: The light remains off.
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&Map lights
Type A
Type B
To turn on the map light, push the switch.
To turn it off, push the switch again.
NOTE
For the type A map lights, although the
light switches are in the ON position,
the lights are automatically turned off
after approximately 30 seconds of
illumination to prevent the vehicle
battery from discharging. For details,
refer to“Battery drainage prevention
function”F2-7.
!Automatic illumination (models
with moonroof)
The map lights illuminate automatically in
the following cases.
.Any of the doors other than the rear
gate is opened. (The map lights do not
illuminate when only the rear gate is
opened.)
.The doors are unlocked using the
keyless access function (if equipped).
Refer to“Locking and unlocking with
“keyless access”entry function”F2-13.
.The doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry system. Refer to
“Remote keyless entry system”F2-22.
.The ignition switch is turned from the
“ACC”position to the“LOCK”/“OFF”posi-
tion.&OFF delay timer
The following lights have an automatic
illumination function.
.dome light
.map light (type A)
.cargo area light
After being illuminated automatically,
these lights remain on for several seconds
and then gradually turn off under the
following conditions.
.after all doors and the rear gate are
closed (dome light)
.after all doors are closed (type A map
light)
.after the rear gate is closed (cargo area
light)
While the lights are illuminated, if any of
the following operations are performed,
the lights turn off immediately.
.The ignition switch is turned from the
“LOCK”/“OFF”position to the“ACC”or
“ON”position.
.All doors and the rear gate are locked
using the keyless access function (if
equipped).
.All doors and the rear gate are locked
using the remote keyless entry system.
The setting for the period of time in which
the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can
Interior equipment/Interior lights
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Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
Remote engine start system
(dealer option)
WARNING
.There are some general precau-
tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in“General precau-
tions when starting/stopping en-
gine”F7-9.
.Do not remote start a vehicle in
an enclosed environment (e.g.
closed garage). Prolonged opera-
tion of a motor vehicle in an
enclosed environment can cause
a harmful build-up of Carbon
Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is
harmful to your health. Exposure
to high levels of Carbon Monox-
ide can cause headaches, dizzi-
ness or in extreme cases uncon-
sciousness and/or death.
.Before performing any servicing
of the vehicle, temporarily place
the remote engine start system in
service mode to prevent the
system from unexpectedly start-
ing the engine.
The remote engine start system allowsyou to start the engine from outside the
vehicle. In addition, the remote engine
start system can activate the heater or air
conditioner, providing you with a comfor-
table cabin upon entry.NOTE
The length of time for which it is
acceptable to allow the engine to
remain idling may be bound by local
laws and regulations. Check the local
rules when using the remote engine
start system.
&Models with“keyless access
with push-button start sys-
tem”
NOTE
For more details, refer to the Owner’s
Manual supplement for the remote
engine start system.
Access key
1) Lock button
An access key can be used as the remote
engine start transmitter. Operate the lock
button to start or stop the engine as
follows.
!Before starting the engine
Before using the remote engine start
system to start the engine, confirm the
following conditions.
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.The select lever is in the“P”position.
.All doors including the rear gate are
closed.
.The engine hood is closed.
.The push-button ignition switch is in the
“OFF”position.
!When starting the engine
To start the engine with remote engine
start system, briefly press the lock button
twice within 2 seconds, then press and
hold the lock button for 3 seconds.
1. Press the lock button briefly. The
hazard warning flashers then flash once
and the keyless buzzer chirps once.
2. Within 2 seconds, press the lock
button briefly again. The hazard warning
flashers then flash once again, and the
keyless buzzer chirps once again.
3. After step 2, immediately press and
hold the lock button. The hazard warning
flashers then flash three times, and the
horn will honk once.
4. Approximately 3 seconds after step 3,
release the lock button. The engine will
then start successfully.
!When stopping the engine
Press and hold the lock button to stop the
engine with remote engine start system.!Automatic engine shutdown
Theremoteenginestartsystemwill
automatically shut down or will not start
the engine under the following conditions.
.The total run-time has exceeded 20
minutes.
.Any door or the rear gate is opened.
.The select lever is moved to any
position other than“P”.
.The engine hood is opened.
.Thepush-buttonignitionswitchis
pressed.
.The brake pedal is depressed.
.The engine speed is 3,000 rpm or
more.
The time until the engine automatically
stops differs according to the setting.
To change the time until the engine
automatically stops, contact your
SUBARU dealer. However, local laws
and regulations may prohibit changing
this time.&Models without“keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system”
Remote engine starter transceiver (fob)
1) Fob button
!Starting the engine
NOTE
All vehicle doors (including rear gate)
and the engine hood must be closed
prior to activating the remote engine
start system. Any open entry point will
prevent starting or cause the engine to
stop.
The remote engine start system is acti-
vated by pressing the fob button on your
remote engine starter transceiver (fob)
twice within 3 seconds. If the fob is within
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&Entering the vehicle while it
is running via remote start
1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function (if equipped) or
remote keyless entry system. If the vehi-
cle’s doors are unlocked manually using
the key, the vehicle’s alarm system will
trigger (if the alarm system is armed prior
to activating the remote engine start
system) and the engine will turn off.
Perform either of the following procedures
to disarm the alarm system. Refer to
“Alarm system”F2-26.
.Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn it to the“ON”position (models
without“keyless access with push-
button start system”)
.Turn the push-button ignition switch
to the“ACC”or“ON”position (models
with“keyless access with push-button
start system”)
.Press any button on the access key/
remote keyless entry transmitter.
2. Enter the vehicle.
3. The engine will shut down when any
door or the rear gate is opened.
4. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn to the“START”position to restart
the engine.
&Entering the vehicle follow-
ing remote engine start shut-
down
An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is
opened by the remote keyless entry
transmitter within a few seconds immedi-
ately following remote engine start shut-
down.
&Pre-heating or pre-cooling
the interior of the vehicle
Before exiting the vehicle, set the tem-
perature controls to the desired setting
and operation. After the system starts the
engine, the heater or air conditioning will
activate and heat or cool the interior to
your setting.
&Service mode (models with-
out“keyless access with
push-button start system”)
In service mode, the remote engine start
function is temporarily disabled to prevent
the system from unexpectedly starting the
engine while being serviced.
To engage or disengage service mode:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle
doors and the rear gate.
2. Verify that the select lever is in the“P”
position (CVT models)3. Depress and hold the brake pedal
4. Turn the ignition switch to the“ON”
position
5. Press and release the remote engine
start transmitter“
”button three times.
The system will honk the vehicle’s horn
each time the button is pressed.
6. The system will pause for 1 second
then honk the vehicle’s horn three times to
indicate that the service mode has been
engaged or honk one time to indicate that
the service mode has been disengaged.
NOTE
When taking your vehicle in for service,
it is recommended that you inform the
service personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with a remote engine start
system.
&Remote transmitter program
(models without“keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system”)
New transmitters can be programmed to
the remote engine start system in the
event that a transmitter is lost, stolen,
damaged or additional transmitters are
desired (the system will accept up to eight
transmitters). New remote engine start
transmitters can be programmed accord-
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Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery
Replacing key battery
The access key / transmitter battery may
be discharged under the following condi-
tions.
.The operation of the keyless access
function is unstable
.The operating distance of the remote
keyless entry system is unstable
.The transmitter does not operate prop-
erly when used within the standard dis-
tance
Replace the battery with a new one.
&Safety precautions
CAUTION
.Do not let dust, oil or water get on
or in the access key/transmitter
when replacing battery.
.Be careful not to touch or da-
mage the printed circuit board in
the access key/transmitter when
replacing the battery.
.Be careful not to allow children to
touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could
swallow them.
.There is a danger of an explosionif the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of the
battery.
.Batteries should not be exposed
to excessive heat such as bright
sunlight, 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
be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.
.Use a new battery.
.After replacing the battery, confirm
that the transmitter functions properly.
&Replacing battery of access
key
CAUTION
When removing or reinstalling the
access key cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.
Battery: Button battery CR2032
1) Release button
2) Mechanical key
1. Take out the mechanical key.
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Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery
3. Open the transmitter case by releasing
the hooks.
1) Negative (−) side facing up
4. Replace the old battery with a new
battery (typeCR1620or equivalent) mak-
ing sure to install the new battery with thenegative (−) side facing up.
5. Put together the transmitter case by
fitting the hooks on the case.
6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the
key head.
7. Refit the removed half of the key head.
After the battery is replaced, the trans-
mitter must be synchronized with the
remote keyless entry system’s control
unit. Press either the“
”or“”button
six times to synchronize the unit.
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14-6Index
Warning light......................................................... 3-22
Hook
Cargo tie-down...................................................... 6-14
Coat..................................................................... 6-11
Shopping bag........................................................ 6-12
Towing and tie-down............................................... 9-13
Horn....................................................................... 3-102
Hose and connections............................................... 11-11
I
Ignition switch.............................................................. 3-4
Light....................................................................... 3-6
Illumination brightness control...................................... 3-92
Immobilizer.................................................................. 2-3
Indicator light (security indicator light)....................... 3-30
Indicator light
BSD/RCTA OFF..................................................... 3-32
BSD/RCTA warning................................................ 3-32
Coolant temperature low......................................... 3-17
Cruise control........................................................ 3-31
Cruise control set................................................... 3-31
Front fog light........................................................ 3-31
Headlight.............................................................. 3-32
High beam............................................................ 3-31
Hill start assist OFF................................................ 3-23
Immobilizer............................................................ 3-30
Security................................................................ 3-30
Select lever/Gear position....................................... 3-30
Steering responsive fog lights OFF........................... 3-32
Turn signal............................................................ 3-31
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF................................ 3-25Vehicle Dynamics Control operation .......................... 3-24
Information display...................................................... 3-32
Inside mirror.............................................................. 3-99
Interior lights............................................................... 6-2
J
Jack-up point.............................................................. 9-5
Jump starting............................................................. 9-10
K
Key............................................................................ 2-3
Number plate.......................................................... 2-3
Reminder chime...................................................... 3-5
Replacement........................................................... 2-4
Keyless access entry function...................................... 2-13
Keyless access with push-button start system................. 2-9
Disabling keyless access functions........................... 2-17
Locking and unlocking doors.................................... 2-13
Opening rear gate.................................................. 2-15
Warning chimes and warning indicator...................... 3-25
When access key does not operate properly.............. 9-17
Keyless entry system.................................................. 2-22
L
Leather seat materials................................................. 10-5
License plate light..................................................... 11-40
Light
Backup
............................................................... 11-38
Cargo area.................................................... 6-2, 11-41
Control switch........................................................ 3-88
Daytime running..................................................... 3-91