COMMUNICATION SYSTEM > General Description
CAUTION
• Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground cable from battery.
• When replacing the audio and MFD parts provided with memory functions, record the memory contents before disconnecting the battery ground cable.
• Be careful of the following items. Failing to do so may cause the airbag system malfunction.
– Yellow connectors and harnesses with yellow tapes around them are the connectors and harnesses for the airbag system. When using a tester on these circuits, follow the cautions of “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">
– Be careful not to damage the airbag system wiring harness when servicing the electrical parts around the steering column.
• When removing, installing or replacing the VDCCM&H/U, VDCCM&H/U bracket, steering wheel or steering angle sensor (steering roll connector), perform “VSC(VDC) Centering Mode” of the VDC. VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U) > ADJUSTMENT">
Preparation toolRemoval
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP (SUNROOF) > Sunroof MotorREMOVAL1. Completely close the lid assembly - sunroof.2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">3. Remove the light assembly - map. (Models without EyeSight) Spot Map Light > REMOVAL">4. Remove the stereo camera ...
Inspection
LIGHTING SYSTEM > Interior Light SystemINSPECTION1. CHECK DOOR SWITCHRefer to the “INSPECTION” of the “Door Switch”. Door Switch > INSPECTION">2. CHECK REAR GATE LATCH SWITCHRefer to “INSPECTION” of the “Rear Gate Latch and Actuator Assembly&r ...
Alternate operation method for models with "keyless access with push-button
start system"
Access key fob
In the Subaru Ascent, the access key fob can also function as a remote engine
start transmitter, allowing convenient control of the engine from outside the vehicle.
By using the lock button in a specific sequence, the engine can be started or stopped
remotely.
Before start ...