Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual / In case of emergency / Access key fob – if access key fob does not operate properly

Subaru Forester: In case of emergency / Access key fob – if access key fob does not operate properly

CAUTION

Keep metallic objects, magnetic sources and signal transmitters away from the area between the access key fob and the push-button ignition switch. They may interfere with the communication between the access key fob and the pushbutton ignition switch.

The following functions may be inoperable because of strong radio signals in the surrounding area or a low battery condition of the access key fob.

  • Locking/unlocking doors (including the rear gate)
  • Switching power status
  • Starting engine

In such cases, perform the following procedure. When the battery of the access key fob is discharged, replace it with a new one. Refer to “Replacing battery of access key fob”.

Towing with all wheels on the ground

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Locking and unlocking

Release button Emergency key While pressing the release button of the access key fob, take out the emergency key. Lock or unlock the driver’s door with the emergency key in the procedure described in “Locking and unlocking from the outside”...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Stopping the engine / Steering lock


Stopping the engine The ignition switch should be turned off only when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is idling. WARNING Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steering and braking more difficult...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Interior


Passenger compartment area Lower anchorages for child restraint system Seatbelts Front seats Rear seats Power window switches Door locks Select lever USB power supply Front power supply socket Glove box Cup holder Center console Button for SUBARU STARLINK Moonroof switch Electronic parking brake switch Auto Vehicle Hold switch X-MODE switch Front seat heater switches USB power supply Rear seat heater switches NOTE F o r m o d e l s w i t h S U B A R U STARLINK: Refer to the Owner’s Manu a l s u p p l e m e n t f o r S U B A R U STARLINK...

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Windshield wiper and washer switches

The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.

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