SEATS > Front Seat
INSPECTION
1. SEAT COVER
Check that there is no tear or fray on the cover COMPL - front backrest and the cover - front cushion.
NOTE:
For model with side airbag, if the door side of the cover COMPL - front backrest is torn or frayed, the side airbag may not be deployed properly. In this case, replace the cover COMPL - front backrest with a new part.
2. CHECK ILLUMINATION OF PASSENGER’S SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
Check that the passenger’s seat belt warning light illuminates when the passenger’s seat is occupied.

If it does not illuminate, check the seat belt warning system and the occupant detection system.
• Seat belt warning system: Seat Belt Warning System">
• Occupant detection system: Basic Diagnostic Procedure">
3. FLAT MAT HOOK
Check the flat mat hook by applying weight to the backrest assembly.

NOTE:
If the appropriate stiffness is not obtained by applying weight to the backrest assembly, the hook may be disengaged.
If it is due to the deformation of the hook, replace the hook with a new part.

Disassembly
InstallationVehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light
The
light illuminates when the Vehicle
Dynamics Control OFF switch is pressed
to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably malfunctioning under any of the
following conditions. Have your vehicle
checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately ...
General description
Caution
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Immobilizer
The Subaru Ascent is equipped with an advanced immobilizer system designed to
significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized engine start. This security feature
ensures that only keys or access key fobs that have been properly registered with
the Subaru Ascent immobilizer system can be used to ...