Subaru Forester: Push-button ignition switch (models with “keyless access with push-button
start system”) / Operating range for push-button start system

- Antennas
- Operating range
NOTE
- If the access key fob is not detected
within the operating range of the antennas
inside the vehicle, the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start
cannot be operated.
- Even when the access key fob is
outside the vehicle, if it is placed too
close to the glass, it may be possible to
switch the power or to start the engine.
- Do not leave the access key fob in
the following places. It may become
impossible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start. It
may also cause a false warning to issue
although no malfunction actually occurs,
or not to issue a warning when
any malfunction occurs.
- On the instrument panel
- On the floor
- Inside the glove box
- Inside the door trim pocket
- On the rear seat
- In the cargo area
- When operating the push-button
ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key fob battery is discharged,
perform the procedure described
in “Access key fob – if access
key fob does not operate properly”. In such a case, replace the
battery immediately. Refer to “Replacing
battery of access key fob”.
Operation indicator
Push-button ignition switch
The power is switched every time the
push-button ignition switch is pressed.
Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat...
Other information:
It is possible to perform the following
operations when you are carrying the
access key fob.
Lock and unlock the doors.
Lock and unlock the rear gate.
Lock and unlock the fuel filler lid.
NOTE
It is not possible to lock the doors,
rear gate and fuel filler lid using the
keyless access function when the
push-button ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position...
This position is for parking the vehicle and
starting the engine. In this position, the
transmission is mechanically locked to
prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.
When you park the vehicle, first apply the
parking brake firmly, then shift into the “P”
position...