Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Access key - if access key does not operate properly
CAUTION
Keep metallic objects, magnetic sources and signal transmitters away from the area between the access key and the push-button ignition switch. They may interfere with the communication between the access key and the push-button ignition switch.
The following functions may be inoperable because of strong radio signals in the surrounding area or the access key battery being low.
- Locking/unlocking doors (including the rear gate)
- Switching power status
- Starting engine
In such cases, perform the following procedure. When the battery of the access key is discharged, replace it with a new one. Refer to "Replacing battery of access key" F11-42.
Towing with all wheels on the ground
1. Release the parking brake and put the
transmission in the "N" position.
2. The ignition switch should be in the
"ON" position while the vehicle is being
towed.
3. Take up slack in the ...
Locking and unlocking
Release button
Mechanical key
While pressing the release button of the
access key, take out the mechanical key.
Lock or unlock the driver's door with the
mechanical key in the procedu ...
Other materials:
Initialization of power window
If the vehicle's battery is disconnected due
to situations such as battery or fuse
replacement, the following functions are
deactivated.
One-touch auto up/down function
Anti-entrapment function
Initialize the power window using the
following procedure to reactivate these
functions.
...
System operation
The alarm system will sound the following
alarms when triggered.
The vehicle's horn will sound for 30
seconds.
The hazard warning flashers will flash
for 30 seconds.
If any of the doors or the rear gate remains
open after the 30-second period, the horn
will continue to sound for a ma ...
Sensors
Interior air temperature sensor
Solar sensor
The automatic climate control system
employs several sensors. These sensors
are delicate. If they are not treated
properly and become damaged, the system
may not be able to control the interior
temperature correctly. To avoid damaging
th ...
