Immobilizer - Subaru Forester 2012 Owner's Manual

The security ID is also needed for
replacement or repair of the engine control
unit, integrated unit, or combination meter.

Immobilizer

The immobilizer system is designed to
prevent an unauthorized person from
starting the engine. Only keys registered
with your vehicle's immobilizer system can
be used to operate your vehicle. Even if
an unregistered key fits into the ignition
switch and can be turned to the "START"
position, the engine will not start or will
stop after several seconds.
Each immobilizer key contains a trans-
ponder in which the key's ID code is
stored. When a key is inserted into the
ignition switch and turned to the "ON"
position, the transponder transmits the
key's ID code to the immobilizer system's
receiver. If the transmitted ID code
matches the ID code registered in the
immobilizer system, the system allows the
engine to be started. Since the ID code is
transmitted and acted upon almost in-
stantly, the immobilizer system does not
impede normal starting of the engine.
If the engine does not start, pull out the
key once before trying again. Refer to
"
Ignition switch (models without push-
s03aa
F3-3.
button start system)"
Keys and doors
For Europe:
This device complies with the essential
S02AB
requirements of the Radio and Telecom-
munications Terminal Equipment Directive
1999/5/EC. A copy of the original Declara-
tion of Conformity and the CE marking are
found in the chapter 13.
CAUTION
. Do not place the key under direct
sunlight or anywhere it may
become hot.
. Do not get the key wet. If the key
gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth
immediately.
NOTE
To protect your vehicle from theft,
please pay close attention to the fol-
lowing security precautions.
. Never leave your vehicle unattended
with its keys inside.
. Before leaving your vehicle, close all
windows and the sunroof, and lock the
doors and rear gate.
. Do not leave spare keys or any
record of your key number in the
vehicle.
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