Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Remote engine start system (dealer option) / Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”)

Subaru Forester: Remote engine start system (dealer option) / Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”)

  1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the keyless access function and remote keyless entry system.

    NOTE

    If the vehicle’s doors are unlocked 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”.

    • Turn the push-button ignition switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position.
    • Press any button on the access key fob.
  2. Enter the vehicle. The engine will remain running provided the access key fob is present and detected by the vehicle.
  3. Press the push-button ignition switch once while depressing the brake pedal before driving your vehicle. The remote engine starter transceiver (fob) will flash and beep 3 times to indicate that the remote start system has been shut down.

    Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)

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