Safety precautions

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 transmitting antennas on the vehicle could adversely affect the operation of implanted pacemakers and implanted defibrillators.

If you wear electric medical equipment other than an implanted pacemaker or an implanted defibrillator, before using the keyless access with push-button start system, refer to “Radio waves used for the keyless access with push-button start system” mentioned later, and contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for more information.

The radio waves from the transmitting antennas on the vehicle could adversely affect the operation of the electric medical equipment.

“Radio waves used for the keyless access with push-button start system”

AThe keyless access with pushbutton start system uses radio waves of the following frequency* 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 illustrations.

* Radio frequency: 134 kHz

CAUTION


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 at the corner of the cargo area) 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 depending on the location of the access key.

The access key contains electronic 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 allow 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 malfunctions.

– Do not leave the access key near personal computers or home electric appliances.

Doing so may cause the access key to malfunction, resulting 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 measures to prevent the buttons of the access key from being pressed.

NOTE

The operational/non-operational setting for the keyless access function can be changed. For the setting procedure, refer to “Disabling keyless access function” . 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 access function is switched to the nonoperational mode, refer to “Access key – if access key does not operate properly” .

The keyless access with push-button start system uses weak radio waves. The status of the access key and environmental conditions may interfere with the communication between 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 transmitted, 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 carrying more than one access key
– 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 communicating with the vehicle and is continuously using the battery. Although the life of the battery varies depending on the operating conditions, it is approximately 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 access key be reregistered. For reregistration of an access key, contact a SUBARU dealer.

For a spare access key, contact a SUBARU dealer.

Up to 7 access keys can be registered 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 corner of the cargo area. Vibrations may damage the key or turn on the switch, possibly resulting in a lockout.

After 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 details, refer to “Switching power” F3-6.

(2) Open and close the driver’s door.

(3) Wait for approximately 10 seconds.

When the steering is locked, the initialization is completed.