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:
Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the
light cover as shown in the illustration, and
pry the light cover off from the rear gate
trim.
Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and remove it.
Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it.
Install the bulb socket by turning it
clockwise...
Two separate circuits
Your vehicle has two separate circuit brake
systems. Each circuit works diagonally
across the vehicle. If one circuit of the
brake system should fail, the other half of
the system still works. If one circuit fails,
the brake pedal will go down much closer
to the floor than usual and you will need to
press it down much harder...