Subaru Forester: Replacing key battery / 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.
- Be careful not to touch or damage
the printed circuit board in the
access key fob/transmitter when
replacing the battery.
- Be careful not to allow children to
touch the battery and any removed
parts; children could
swallow them.
- There is a danger of an explosion
if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of the
battery.
- Batteries should not be exposed
to excessive heat such as bright
sunlight, fire or the like.
NOTE
- Replace only with the same or
equivalent type of battery recommended
by the manufacturer.
- Dispose of used batteries according
to local laws.
- Mount the battery in the correct
orientation to prevent fluid leakage.
Be careful not to bend the terminals. It
may result in a malfunction.
- It is recommended that the battery
be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.
- Use a new battery.
- After replacing the battery, confirm
that the transmitter functions properly.
The access key fob/transmitter battery
may be discharged under the ..
CAUTION
When removing or reinstalling the
access key fob cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.
Battery: Button battery CR2032 or equivalent
Release button
Emergency key
Take out the emergency key...
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Vehicle placard
The load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by available
cargo space. The maximum load you can
carry in your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the driver’s
side door pillar. It includes the total weight
of the driver and all passengers and their
belongings, any optional equipment such
as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier,
etc...
High beam indicator light
This light shows that the headlights are in
the high beam mode.
This indicator light also illuminates when
the headlight flasher is operated.
High beam assist indicator light (if equipped)
This light illuminates when the high beam
assist function is activated...