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: How to lock and unlock

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...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Operation

NOTE The rear gate will remain unlocked even after closing it. Always lock the rear gate when leaving the vehicle. If you cannot open/close the rear gate by performing the operation described here, a short electronic chirp will sound three times (beep, beep, beep)...

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”.