2018 SUBARU WRX radio

(78,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
accessory power outlet
.when used by the front passen-
ger
*Example: cell phones, laptops, por-
table music players, or electronic
games
If either of the following situations
occurs when using an electronic
device in the vehicle, at first try to
relocate that device to avoid it
creating any interference.
.The SRS airbag system warning
light illuminates.
.The front passenger’s frontal air-
bag ON and OFF indicators oper-
ate erratically.
If the interference remains, stop
using the device in the vehicle.
NOTEThis device complies with Part 18 of the
FCC Rules. This device may cause
interference. If this device causes inter-
ference, consult the nearest SUBARU
dealer. Also, for maintenance of the
system, consult the nearest SUBARU
dealer. This product may cause inter-
ference to radio equipment and should
not be installed near maritime safetycommunications equipment or other
critical navigation or communication
equipment operating between 0.45-30
MHz.
!Conditions in which front passen-
ger’s SRS frontal airbag is not
activated
The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
will not be activated when any of the
following conditions are met regarding
the front passenger’s seat:
.The seat is empty.
.The seat is equipped with an appro-
priate child restraint system and an infant
is restrained in it. (See WARNING that
follows.)
.The front passenger’s occupant detec-
tion system is malfunctioning.
WARNING
NEVER INSTALL A FORWARD OR
REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN
THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT
EVEN IF THE FRONT PASSENGER’S
SRS FRONTAL AIRBAG IS DEACTI-
VATED. Be sure to install it in the
REAR seat in a correct manner. Also,
it is strongly recommended that any
forward facing child seat or booster
seat be installed in the REAR seat,and that even children who have
outgrown a child restraint system be
also seated in the REAR seat. This is
because children sitting in the front
passenger’s seat may be killed or
severely injured should the front
passenger’s SRS frontal airbag de-
ploy. REAR seats are the safest
place for children.
CAUTION
When the front passenger’s seat is
occupied by an infant in an appro-
priate child restraint system, ob-
serve the following precautions.
Failure to do so may interfere with
the proper operation of the occupant
detection system, activating the
front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
even though that seat is occupied by
the infant in the child restraint
system.
.Do not place any article (includ-
ing electronic devices) on the
seat other than the infant in the
child restraint system.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
1-46

(97,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
near a deploying SRS curtain
airbag.
.Installation of additional electri-
cal/electronic equipment such as
a mobile two-way radio on or near
the SRS airbag system compo-
nents and/or wiring is not advi-
sable. This could interfere with
proper operation of the SRS air-
bag system.
CAUTION
Do not perform any of the following
modifications. Such modifications
can interfere with proper operation
of the SRS airbag system.
.Attachment of any equipment
(bush bar, winches, snow plow,
skid plate, etc.) other than genu-
ine SUBARU accessory parts to
the front end.
.Modification of the suspension
system or front end structure.
.Installation of a tire of different
size and construction from the
tires specified on the vehicle
placard attached to the driver’s
door pillar or specified for indivi-
dual vehicle models in this Own-
er’s Manual..Attachment of any equipment
(side steps or side sill protectors,
etc.) other than genuine SUBARU
accessory parts to the side body.
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you
want to install any accessory parts on your
vehicle.
&How to contact the vehicle
manufacturer concerning
modifications for persons
with disabilities that may af-
fect the advanced airbag
systemChanging or moving any parts of the front
seats, rear seats, seatbelts, front bumper,
front side frame, radiator panel, instrument
panel, combination meter, steering wheel,
steering column, tire, suspension or floor
panel can affect the operation of the
SUBARU advanced airbag system. If you
have any questions, you may contact the
following SUBARU distributors.
of Columbia>
Subaru of America, Inc.
Customer Retailer Services Department
P.O. Box 6000
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-60001-800-SUBARU3 (1-800-782-2783)

Subaru Hawaii
2850 Pukoloa Street, Suite 202,
Honolulu, HI 96819-4467
808-839-2273

Shen’s Corporation dba Prestige Automo-
bile
491, East Marine Corps Drive, Route 1
Dededo, Guam 96921-6225
671-633-2698

Trebol Motors
P.O. Box 11204, San Juan, Puerto Rico
00910
787-793-2828

Subaru Canada, Inc.
Consumer Support Department
560 Suffolk Court, Mississauga, Ontario
L5R 4J7
1-800-894-4212
There are currently no SUBARU distribu-
tors in any other U.S. territories. If you are
in such an area, please contact the
SUBARU distributor or dealer from which
you bought your vehicle.Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
1-65
1

(102,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
Keys
CAUTION
When traveling in an airplane, do not
press the button of the key. If any
button of the key is pressed, radio
waves are emitted and may affect
the operation of the airplane. When
carrying the key in a bag, take
measures to prevent the buttons
from being pressed accidentally.NOTEPress the buttons of the key to lock/
unlock with the remote keyless entry
system. For details, refer to“Remote
keyless entry system”F2-18.
&Models without“keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system”1) Master key
2) Submaster key
3) Sub key
4) Key number plateThree types of keys are provided for your
vehicle.
CAUTION
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“LOCK”position,
thereby stopping the engine.&Models with“keyless access
with push-button start sys-
tem”1) Access key fob (main)
2) Access key fob (sub)
3) Key number plateThe vehicle has two access key fobs and a
Keys and doors/Keys
2-2

(108,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
Keyless access with push-
button start system (if
equipped)You can perform the following operations
using“keyless access with push-button
start system”when you are holding the
access key fob.
.Locking and unlocking of the doors
.Opening the trunk
.Starting and stopping the engine. For
details, refer to“Models with push-button
start systems”F7-11.
.Arming and disarming the alarm sys-
tem. For details, refer to“Alarm system”
F2-24.&Safety precautions!Regarding radio wave
WARNING
If you wear an implanted pacemaker
or an implanted defibrillator, stay at
least 8.7 in (22 cm) away from the
transmitting antennas installed on
the vehicle.
The radio waves from the transmit-
ting antennas on the vehicle could
adversely affect the operation ofimplanted pacemakers and im-
planted defibrillators.
If you wear electric medical equip-
ment other than an implanted pace-
maker or an implanted defibrillator,
before using the keyless access
with push-button start system, refer
to“Radio waves used for the key-
less access with push-button start
system”F2-9, and contact the elec-
tric medical equipment manufac-
turer for more information. The radio
waves from the transmitting anten-
nas on the vehicle could adversely
affect the operation of the electric
medical equipment.
NOTEThe status of the access key fob and
environmental conditions may interfere
with the communication between the
access key fob and the vehicle under
the following conditions.
.When you operate near a source of
strong radio waves or other interfer-
ence, such as a broadcast station or
power transmission lines
.When products that transmit radio
waves are used, such as an access key
fob or a remote transmitter key fob of
another vehicle.When you carry the access key fob
of your vehicle together with an access
key fob or a remote transmitter of
another vehicle
.When the access key fob is placed
near wireless communication equip-
ment such as a cell phone, or near a
metallic object
.When metallic accessories are at-
tached to the access key fob
.When you carry the access key fob
with electronic appliances such as a
laptop computer
.When the battery of the access key
fob is discharged
In such cases, it may not be possible to
lock or unlock the doors or start the
engine.
!Regarding malfunction
CAUTION
.Never leave or store the access
key fob inside the vehicle or
within 6.6 ft (2 m) around the
vehicle (e.g., in the garage). The
access key fob 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
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system
2-8

(109,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
depending on the location of the
access key fob.
.The access key fob contains
electronic components. Observe
the following precautions to pre-
vent malfunctions or battery dis-
charge.
–It is recommended that the
battery be replaced by a
SUBARU dealer to avoid the
damage at the time of replace-
ment.
–Do not get the access key fob
wet. If the access key fob gets
wet, wipe it off immediately
and let it dry completely.
–Do not apply strong impacts to
the access key fob.
–Never leave the access key
fob in direct sunlight or any-
where that may become hot,
such as on the dashboard.
–Do not wash the access key
fob in an ultrasonic washer.
–Do not leave the access key
fob in humid or dusty loca-
tions, or near personal com-
puters or home electric appli-
ances.
–Keep the access key fob awayfrom magnetic sources.
–Do not leave the access key
fob near a battery charger or
any electrical accessories.
–Do not apply metallic window
tint or attach metallic objects
to the windows.
–Do not fit non genuine acces-
sories or parts.
NOTEAfter the vehicle battery is discharged
or replaced, initialization of the steering
lock system may be required 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 de-
tails, refer to“Switching power status”
F3-7.
2) Open and close the driver’s door.
3) Wait for approximately 10 seconds.
When the steering is locked, the initi-
alization is completed.!Regarding setting
NOTE.You can change the operational/non-
operational setting for the keyless
access function. For the setting proce-
dure, refer to“Disabling keyless ac-
cess function”F2-14. 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
fob–if access key fob does not operate
properly”F9-26.
!Radio waves used for the keyless
access with push-button start sys-
tem
The keyless access with push-button start
system uses radio waves of 134 kHz, in
addition to the radio waves used for the
remote keyless entry system. The radio
waves are periodically output from the
antennas installed on the vehicle as shown
in the following illustration.
–CONTINUED–
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system
2-9
2

(114,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
&Selecting audible signal op-
erationUsing 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”F3-61.&Warning chimes and warning
indicatorThe warning chime and the access key
warning light serve the following purposes:
.To minimize improper operation of the
keyless access with push-button start
system
.To protect your vehicle from theft
For details, refer to“Warning chimes and
warning indicator of the keyless access
with push-button start system”F3-28.
&Disabling keyless access
function
WARNING
If you wear an implanted pacemaker
or an implanted defibrillator, operate
the driver’s door to disable the key-
less 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 key-
less 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”
F9-27.
.We recommend that you disable the
keyless access functions under thefollowing 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 used
!Disabling functions
!By operating the access key fob
If you have registered a PIN code for PIN
Code Access, you can disable the keyless
access function by operating the access
key fob. For details about registering a PIN
code, refer to“Registration for a PIN code”
F2-12.
1. Open the driver’s door.
2. Rotate the lock lever forward.
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system
2-14

(117,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
!Mexico-spec. modelsIFT
RLVDE1413-2269
14AHC
DENSO&Tips!Operating range tips
Regarding malfunction:
The keyless access function may not
operate properly due to the following
reasons.
.The access key fob is placed too close
to the vehicle body (in this case, repeat the
operation from further away).
.The access key fob is placed near the
ground or in an elevated location from theground, even if it is in the operating range.
.The status of the access key fob and
the radio wave conditions around the
vehicle (in this case, perform the proce-
dure described in“Locking and unlocking”
F9-26.)
Precautions:
.When the access key fob is within the
operating range, it is possible for anyone,
even someone who is not carrying the
access key fob, to operate the keyless
access function. Please note that the
keyless access function is only available
for the following items when the access
key fob is detected within operating range.
–Door handle
–Door lock sensor
–Trunk opener button
.It is not possible to lock the doors using
the keyless access function when the
access key fob is inside the vehicle.
However, depending on the status of the
access key fob and the environmental
conditions, the access key fob may be
locked inside the vehicle. Before locking,
make sure that you have the access key
fob.
.The operating ranges may be reduced,
or the keyless access function may not
operate in the following cases:
–When the battery of the access keyfob is discharged
–When the access key fob is in a
location with strong radio waves or
noise (e.g., near a radio tower, power
plant, broadcast station or an area
where wireless equipment is used)
–While talking on a cell phone
In such a case, perform the procedure
described in“Locking and unlocking”F9-
26
.When an access key fob is in the
operating range, if the door handle be-
comes 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.
!Keyless access function tips
.Turn off the push-button ignition switch
before locking the doors using the keyless
access function. It is not possible to lock
the doors using the keyless access func-
tion when the push-button ignition switch is
on the“ACC”or“ON”position. For details
about turning off the push-button ignition
switch, refer to“Switching power status”
F3-7.
.If the door handle is gripped or the door
lock sensor is touched with a gloved hand,
the doors may not be locked or unlocked.
.If the door lock sensor is touched three
times or more repeatedly, the system will
–CONTINUED–
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system
2-17
2

(118,1)
北米Model "A1700BE-B" EDITED: 2017/ 10/ 11
ignore the sensor operation.
.When performing the locking proce-
dure too quickly, doors may not be locked.
After the locking procedures, it is recom-
mended 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 touching the door lock sensor, it
is not possible to unlock doors by gripping
the door handle.
.When locking, be sure to carry the
access key fob to prevent locking the
access key fob in the vehicle.
.The settings 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. You can also change the
setting of the hazard warning flasher
operation by operating the multi-function
display (color LCD). For details, refer to
“Hazard warning flasher setting”F3-61.
Remote keyless entry system
CAUTION
.Do not expose the remote trans-
mitter to severe shocks, such as
those experienced as a result of
dropping or throwing.
.Do not take the remote transmit-
ter apart except when replacing
the battery.
.Do not get the remote transmitter
wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with
a cloth immediately.
.When you carry the remote trans-
mitter on an airplane, do not
press the button of the remote
transmitter while in the airplane.
When any button of the remote
transmitter is pressed, radio
waves are sent and may affect
the operation of the airplane.
When you carry the remote trans-
mitter in a bag on an airplane,
take measures to prevent the
buttons of the remote transmitter
from being pressed.
For models with“keyless access with
push-button start system”, the access
key fob is used as the transmitter for theremote keyless entry system. For models
without“keyless access with push-button
start system”, the transmitter for the
remote keyless entry system is located
inside the key head.
The remote keyless entry system has the
following functions.
.Locking and unlocking the doors with-
out a key
.Opening the trunk without a key
.Sounding a panic alarm
.Arming and disarming the alarm sys-
tem. For detailed information, refer to
“Alarm system”F2-24.
The operable distance of the remote key-
less entry system is approximately 30 feet
(10 meters). However, this distance will
vary depending on environmental condi-
tions. The system’s operable distance will
be shorter in areas near a facility or
electronic equipment emitting strong radio
waves such as a power plant, broadcast
station, TV tower, or remote controller of
home electronic appliances.
NOTE.For models with“keyless access
with push-button start system”,the
remote keyless entry system will not
be activated when the push-button
ignition switch is in any position other
Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system
2-18