2018 SUBARU WRX keyless entry

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When exiting:
While the welcome lighting function is
activated, some exterior lights will remain
illuminated even when either of the follow-
ing operations is performed.
.Turning the push-button ignition switch
to the“OFF”status (models with“keyless
access with push-button start system”)
.Pulling out the key from the ignition
switch (models without“keyless access
with push-button start system”)
The exterior lights will turn off under any of
the following conditions.
.3 minutes have passed since the
exterior lights were illuminated by the
welcome lighting function.
.30 seconds have passed since the door
was opened and closed.
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.The light control switch is turned to a
position other than“AUTO”.
.The locking procedures using the key-
less access function (if equipped) or the
remote keyless entry system is performed
twice. When performing the unlocking
procedure after performing the locking
procedure, perform the locking procedure
twice again.*1: The setting for the period of time in which the
exterior lights remain on by the welcome lighting
function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer.Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
!Sensor for the auto on/off head-
lights (if equipped)The sensor is on the instrument panel as
shown in the illustration.
CAUTION
If any object is placed on or near the
sensor, the sensor may not detect
the level of the ambient light cor-
rectly and the auto on/off headlights
may not operate properly.
&High/low beam change
(dimmer)To change from low beam to high beam,
push the turn signal lever forward. When
the headlights are on high beam, the high
beam indicator light“
”on the combina-
tion meter is also on.
To switch back to low beam, pull the lever
back to the center position.
!High beam assist function (models
with the EyeSight system)
NOTE.The high beam assist function uti-
lizes the stereo camera installed at the
position of the front map lights.
.For details on how to handle the
stereo camera, refer to the Owner’s
Manual supplement for the EyeSight
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Instruments and controls/Light control switch
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Interior lights
CAUTION
When leaving your vehicle, make
sure the lights are turned off to
avoid battery discharge.&Dome light1) ON
2) DOOR
3) OFFThe dome light switch has the following
three positions.
ON:The light remains on continuously.
OFF:The light remains off.DOOR:The dome light illuminates auto-
matically after any of the following opera-
tions.
.Opening any of the doors.
.Unlocking the doors using the keyless
access function (if equipped). Refer to
“Unlocking”F2-11.
.Unlocking the doors using the remote
keyless entry system. Refer to“Remote
keyless entry system”F2-18.
.Turning the ignition switch from the
“ACC”position to the“LOCK”/“OFF”posi-
tion.
&Map lightsType AType BTo turn on the map light, push the switch.
To turn it off, push the switch again.
Interior equipment/Interior lights
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!Automatic illumination (type A map
lights)
The map lights illuminate automatically in
the following cases.
.Any of the doors is opened.
.The doors are unlocked using the
keyless access function (if equipped).
Refer to“Unlocking”F2-11.
.The doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter.
.The ignition switch is turned from the
“ACC”position to the“LOCK”/“OFF”posi-
tion.&OFF delay timerThe following lights have an automatic
illumination function.
.dome light (when the dome light switch
is in the“DOOR”position)
.map light (type A)
After being illuminated automatically,
these lights remain on for several seconds
and then gradually turn off after all doors
are closed.
While the lights are illuminated, the lights
turn off immediately after any of the
following operations.
.Turning the ignition switch from the
“LOCK”/“OFF”position to the“ACC”or
“ON”position..Locking all doors using the keyless
access function (if equipped).
.Locking all doors using the remote
keyless entry system.
The setting for the period of time in which
the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can
be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact
your SUBARU dealer for details. Also, the
setting can be changed by operating the
multi-function display (color LCD). For
details, refer to“Interior light setting”F3-
61.
Sun visorsTo block out glare, swing down the visors.
To use the sun visor at a side window,
swing it down and move it sideways.
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Interior equipment/Sun visors
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!When access key fob does not
operate properly
Refer to“Access key fob–if access key
fob does not operate properly”F9-26.&Remote engine start system
(dealer option)
WARNING
.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 sys-
tem from unexpectedly starting
the engine.
The remote engine start system allows you
to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
In addition, the remote engine start systemcan activate the heater or air conditioner,
providing you with a comfortable cabin
upon entry.
NOTEThe length of time for which it is
acceptable to allow the engine to
remain idling may be governed by local
laws and regulations. Check the local
rules when using the remote engine
start system.!Models with“keyless access with
push-button start system”
NOTEFor more details, refer to the Owner’s
Manual supplement for the remote
engine start system.Access key fob
1) Lock buttonAn access key fob serves as the remote
engine start transmitter. Operate the lock
button to start or stop the engine as
follows.
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine
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!Before starting the engine
Before using the remote engine start
system to start the engine, confirm the
following conditions.
.The select lever is in the“P”position.
.All doors are closed.
.The engine hood is closed.
.The push-button ignition switch is in the
“OFF”position.
!Starting the engine
1. Press the lock button briefly. The
hazard warning flashers then flash once.
2. Within 2 seconds, press the lock button
briefly again. The hazard warning flashers
then flash once again.
3. After step 2, immediately press and
hold the lock button. The hazard warning
flashers then flash once.
4. Approximately 3 seconds after step 3,
release the lock button. The engine will
then start successfully.
!Stopping the engine
Press and hold the lock button to stop the
engine with remote engine start system.
!Automatic engine shutdown
The remote engine start system will auto-
matically shut down or will not start theengine under the following conditions.
.The total run-time has exceeded 20
minutes.
.Any door is opened.
.The select lever is moved to any
position other than“P”.
.The engine hood is opened.
.The push-button ignition switch is
pressed.
.The brake pedal is depressed.
.The engine speed is 3,000 rpm or more.
The time setting until the engine automa-
tically stops can be changed. To change it,
please contact your SUBARU dealer. Note
that some settings may violate state,
provincial, or local laws and regulations.
Check the laws in your area to determine
which setting is permitted.
!Entering the vehicle while it is run-
ning via remote start
1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function. If you unlock the
vehicle’s doors 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”F2-24.
.Switch the ignition to the“ACC”or“ON”state by pressing the push-button
ignition switch once or twice, respec-
tively.
.Press any button on the access key
fob/transmitter.
2. Enter the vehicle.
3. The engine will shut down when any
door is opened.
4. Press the push-button ignition switch
while depressing the brake pedal to restart
the engine.
!Entering the vehicle following re-
mote engine start shutdown
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 in-
terior 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.
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Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine
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3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and pull out the socket.
4. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
5. Install a new bulb.
6. Reinstall the bulb socket and the trunk
lid trim.&Other bulbsIt may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Replacing batteryThe access key fob/transmitter battery
may be discharged under the following
conditions.
.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 fob/transmit-
ter when replacing battery.
.Before replacing the battery, re-
move any static electricity.
.Be careful not to touch or damage
the printed circuit board in the
access key fob/transmitter when
replacing the battery.
.Be careful not to allow children to
touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children couldswallow them.
.There is a danger of an explosion
if the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of the
battery.
.Do not expose batteries to exces-
sive 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
should be replaced by a SUBARU deal-
er.
.Use a new battery.
.After replacing the battery, confirm
that the access key fob/transmitter
functions properly.
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Maintenance and service/Replacing battery
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&Replacing transmitter battery1. Open the key head using a flat-head
screwdriver.2. Remove the transmitter case from the
key head.
3. Open the transmitter case by releasing
the hooks.1) Negative () side facing up4. 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.
Maintenance and service/Replacing battery
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