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...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Keyless access with push-button start system (if equipped)

The following access key fobs are provided with the vehicle. Access key fobs Key number plate The “keyless access with push-button start system” allows the following functions to be performed when the access key fob is being carried. Locking and unlocking of doors, rear gate and fuel filler lid (For details, refer to “Locking and unlocking by holding the access key fob”) Starting and stopping the engine (For details, refer to “Starting and stopping engine (models with push-button start system)”) Arming and disarming the alarm system (For details, refer to “Alarm system”) NOTE Locking/unlocking using the remote keyless entry system can also be controlled with the buttons on the access key fob...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Icy road surface warning light (if equipped)

When the outside temperature is 378F (38C) or less, the icy road surface warning will illuminate to inform the driver that the road surface may be frozen. NOTE The outside temperature indicator shows the temperature in the area around the sensor...

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”.