Subaru Ascent 2018-2026 Owner's Manual: Locking and unlocking from the inside
How to use the lock lever
- Move the lock lever rearward to unlock the door.
- Move the lock lever forward to lock the door.
Before driving your Subaru Ascent, always ensure that all doors and the rear gate are securely closed.
A visible red indicator appears on the lock lever when the door is unlocked, providing a quick visual confirmation.
To open an unlocked door, pull the inside handle. On Subaru Ascent front doors, pulling the handle will unlock and open the door even if it is locked.
WARNING
- Always keep all doors of your Subaru Ascent locked while driving, especially
when children are present.
In combination with seatbelts and child restraint systems, locked doors help prevent occupants from being ejected during a collision.
It also reduces the risk of accidental door opening and protects against unauthorized entry into your Subaru Ascent.
- Do not pull the inside door handle while the Subaru Ascent is in motion. The door may open even if it is locked, leading to dangerous situations.
CAUTION
Do not pull the inside door handle while simultaneously operating the door lock mechanism in the Subaru Ascent. This may interfere with proper locking or unlocking and could damage the mechanism.
How to operate the power door locking switches
The Subaru Ascent is equipped with power door locking switches located on both the driver’s and front passenger’s doors, allowing centralized control of all locks.
Example
- Press to lock all doors, rear gate, and fuel filler lid.
- Press to unlock all doors and access points.
NOTE
Before locking your Subaru Ascent using the power door locking switches from outside, always double-check that the key or access key fob is not left inside the vehicle.
Proper understanding of Subaru Ascent door lock functions ensures enhanced safety, improved security, and convenient everyday vehicle operation.
Locking and unlocking from the outside
NOTE
If you unlock the driver's door of your Subaru Ascent using a key (including
the emergency key) while the alarm system is armed, opening the door will trigger
the alarm, causing the vehi ...
Automatic door locking/unlocking
In the Subaru Ascent, all doors, the rear gate, and the fuel filler lid can be
automatically locked or unlocked based on specific driving conditions. This intelligent
feature enhances both safety ...
Other materials:
Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
in this Owner's Manual. Refer to "Engine
oil" F12-4. Also, you must follow the oil
and filte ...
Safety precautions
CAUTION
People with delicate skin may
suffer slight burns even at low
temperatures if they use the seat
heater for a long period of time.
When using the heater, always be
sure to warn the persons concerned.
Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates against heat,
such as a ...
Installation
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP (SUNROOF) > Glass LidINSTALLATION1. GLASS LID1. Using a new TORX® bolt, install the lid assembly - sunroof.Tightening torque:4.5 N·m (0.46 kgf-m, 3.3 ft-lb)2. Perform the open/close operation checks for the glass lid.3. Check the height of the lid assembly - ...
