Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Replacing key battery

Subaru Forester: Maintenance and service / Replacing key battery

The access key fob/transmitter battery may be discharged under the following conditions.

The operation of the keyless access function is unstable.
The operating distance of the remote keyless entry system is unstable.
The transmitter does not operate properly when used within the standard distance.

Replace the battery with a new one.

Safety precautions

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...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Switching power status

Apply the parking brake. Shift the select lever to the “P” (Park) position. Depress the brake pedal. Hold the access key fob with the buttons facing you, and touch the pushbutton ignition switch with it. When the communication between the access key fob and the vehicle is completed, a chime (ding) will sound...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Rear passenger’s seats (if equipped)

Rear left seat Rear center seat Rear right seat With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light and chime reminds the rear passenger to fasten their seatbelt by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the above illustration and sounding a chime...

Clock/date screen

Subaru Forester. Clock/date screen

The time and date are displayed. You can adjust the time and date. For details, refer to “Clock”.