Subaru Forester: Replacing key battery / Replacing battery of access key fob
CAUTION
When removing or reinstalling the
access key fob cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.
Battery: Button battery CR2032 or equivalent

- Release button
- Emergency key
- Take out the emergency key.

- Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to
remove the cover.

- Take out the battery using a flat-head
screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.

- Insert a new battery with its positive (+)
side facing upward as shown in the figure.

- Attach the cover to the access key fob
by fitting the projections and recesses
together.
CAUTION
Do not let dust, oil or water get on
or in the access key fob/transmitter
when replacing the battery.
Before replacing the battery, remove
any static electricity.
Be careful not to touch or damage
the printed circuit board in the
access key fob/transmitter when
replacing the ..
Battery: Button battery CR1620 or
equivalent
Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth. Open the key head using a
flat-head screwdriver...
Other information:
Park the vehicle on a level surface and
turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/
“OFF” position. If you check the oil level
just after turning the ignition switch to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position, wait for at least 5
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan before checking the level...
TRIP RESET switch
Type A combination meter
Type B combination meter
The fuel gauge is displayed when the
ignition is in the “ON” position, and it shows
the approximate amount of fuel remaining
in the tank.
The gauge indication may change slightly
during braking, turning or acceleration due
to fuel level movement in the tank...