Get Keys and Doors -> Safety Precautions (Keyless Access) Guide for Subaru Outback SUV Sixth Generation (2020-2025)

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Stopping Engine (Models with Push-But-

ton Start System)” �P358.

. Arming and disarming the alarm sys-

tem. For detailed information, refer to

“Alarm System” �P143.

NOTE

. Locking and unlocking by the re-

mote keyless entry system can also be

controlled with the buttons on the

access key fob. For detailed informa-

tion, refer to “Remote Keyless Entry

System” �P135.

. Carefully store the key number plate

supplied with the access key fob. It is

necessary for vehicle repair and addi-

tional registration of access key fobs.

For details, refer to “Key Replacement”

�P134.

An emergency key is attached to each

access key fob.

1) Release button

2) Emergency key

While pressing the release button of the

access key fob, take out the emergency

key.

The emergency key is used for the follow-

ing operations.

. Locking and unlocking the driver’s door

. Locking and unlocking the glove box

NOTE

The glove box can be kept locked when

you leave your vehicle and the access

key fob (with the emergency key re-

moved) at a parking facility.

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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 of

implanted pacemakers and im-

planted defibrillators.

If you wear electronic 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” mentioned later, and con-

tact the electronic medical equip-

ment manufacturer for more infor-

mation. The radio waves from the

transmitting antennas on the vehicle

could adversely affect the operation

of the electronic medical equipment.

“Radio waves used for the keyless

access with push-button start sys-

tem”

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. The keyless access with push-

button start system uses radio

waves of the following fre-

quency* in addition to the radio

waves used for the remote key-

less 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

Legacy

1) Antennas

Outback/Subaru Outback Wilderness

1) Antennas

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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

depending on the location of the

access key fob.

. The access key fob contains

electronic components. Observe

the following precautions to pre-

vent malfunctions.

– It is recommended to have the

access key fob battery re-

placed at an authorized

SUBARU dealer to avoid the

risk of damage.

– 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. It

may damage the battery or

cause circuit malfunctions.

– Do not wash the access key

fob in an ultrasonic washer.

– Do not leave the access key

fob in humid or dusty loca-

tions. Doing so may cause

malfunctions.

– Keep the access key fob away

from magnetic sources.

– Do not leave the access key

fob near a personal computer

or home electrical appliance.

– 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.

. If the access key fob is dropped,

the integrated emergency key in-

side may become loose. Be care-

ful not to lose the emergency key.

. When traveling in an airplane, do

not press the button of the ac-

cess key fob. If any button of the

access key fob is pressed, radio

waves are emitted and may affect

the operation of the airplane. In a

bag, take measures to prevent

the buttons from being pressed

accidentally.

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” �P129.

. 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” �P496.

. The keyless access with push-but-

ton start system uses weak radio

waves. The status of the access key

fob and environmental conditions may

interfere with the communication be-

tween the access key fob 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

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and power transmission lines.

– When products that transmit

radio waves are used, such as an

access key fob or a remote trans-

mitter key of another vehicle.

– When carrying the access key fob

of your vehicle together with the

access key fob or the remote trans-

mitter of another vehicle.

– When the access key fob is

placed near wireless communica-

tion equipment such as a cell

phone.

– When the access key fob is

placed near a metallic object.

– When metallic accessories are

attached to the access key fob.

– When carrying the access key fob

with an electronic appliance such as

a laptop computer.

– When the battery of the access

key fob is discharged.

. The access key fob is always com-

municating 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, re-

place it with a new one.

. If an access key fob is lost, it is

recommended that all of the remaining

access key fobs be reregistered. For

reregistration of an access key fob,

contact a SUBARU dealer.

. For a spare access key fob, contact a

SUBARU dealer.

. Up to 7 access key fobs can be

registered for one vehicle.

. Do not leave the access key fob in

the storage spaces inside the vehicle,

such as the door pocket, dashboard or

inside the corner of the cargo area.

Vibrations may damage the key fob 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

Status” �P173.

(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.

. Do not leave the access key fob in

the following places.

– On the instrument panel

– On the floor

– Inside the glove box

– Inside the door trim pocket

– On the rear seat

– On the rear shelf (Legacy)

– Inside the trunk (Legacy)

– In the cargo area (Outback/

Subaru Outback Wilderness)

If you do, the following situations

may occur.

– The access key fob is mistakenly

locked inside the vehicle.

– A false warning issues although

no malfunction actually occurs.

– No warning issues even when a

malfunction occurs.

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