Keys; Key Number Plate; Immobilizer - Subaru Crosstrek 2016 Owner's Manual

Keys

NOTE
For models with keyless access with
push-button start system , refer to
Keyless access with push-button start
system 2-9.
1) Master key
2) Submaster key
3) Valet key
4)

Key number plate

Three types of keys are provided for your
vehicle:
Master key, submaster key and valet key.
The master key and submaster key fit all
locks on your vehicle.
. Ignition switch
. Driver s door
. Glove box
The valet key fits only the ignition switch
and door locks. You can keep the glove
box locked when you leave your vehicle
and valet key at a parking facility.
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it bangs
against your knees while you are
driving, it could turn the ignition
switch from the ON position to the
ACC or LOCK position, thereby
stopping the engine.
Key number plate
The key number is stamped on the key
number plate attached to the key set.
Write down the key number and keep it in
another safe place, not in the vehicle. This
number is needed to make a replacement
key if you lose your key or lock it inside the
vehicle. Refer to Key replacement
Keys and doors/Keys

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. This
system, however, is not a 100% anti-theft
guarantee.
For models with keyless access with
push-button start system :
If you press the push-button ignition
switch when carrying an unregistered
access key, the switch will not turn to the
ON position and the engine will not start.
If the engine does not start, perform the
procedure described in Starting engine
9-19.
For models without
with push-button start system :
Even if an unregistered key fits into the
ignition switch and can be turned to the
START position, the engine will auto-
matically stop after several seconds.
2-4.
If the engine does not start, pull out the
key once before trying again. Refer to
Ignition switch (models without keyless
access with push-button start system )
3-4.
2-3
keyless access
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