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.
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:
CAUTION
Direct splicing or other improper
connection of trailer lights may
damage your vehicle’s electrical
system and cause a malfunction of
your vehicle’s lighting system.
Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle’s
electrical system requires modifications to
the vehicle’s lighting circuit to increase its
capacity and accommodate wiring
changes...
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, the
brakes may get wet. As a result,
the brake stopping distance will
be longer. To dry the brakes, drive
the vehicle at a safe speed while
lightly depressing the brake pedal
to heat up the brakes.
Do not wash the engine compartment
and area adjacent to it...