Subaru Crosstrek 2017 Owner's Manual page 110

2-12
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system
near personal computers or
home electric appliances.
NOTE
After the vehicle battery is discharged
or replaced, initialization of the steering
lock system may be required to start
the engine. In this case, perform the
following procedure to initialize the
steering lock.
1) Turn the push-button ignition
switch to the OFF position. For de-
tails, refer to Switching power status
3-7.
2) Open and close the driver s door.
3) Wait for approximately 10 seconds.
When the steering is locked, the initi-
alization is completed.
Regarding access key
CAUTION
If the access key is dropped, the
integrated mechanical key inside
may become loose. Be careful not
to lose the mechanical key.
NOTE
. The access key is always commu-
nicating with the vehicle and is con-
tinuously using the battery. Although
the life of the battery varies depending
on the operating conditions, it is ap-
proximately 1 to 2 years. If the battery
becomes fully discharged, replace it
with a new one.
. If an access key is lost, it is
recommended that all of the remaining
access keys be reregistered. For rere-
gistration of an access key, contact a
SUBARU dealer.
. Up to 7 access keys can be regis-
tered for one vehicle. For a spare
access key, contact a SUBARU dealer.
. Carefully store the key number plate
supplied with the access key. It is
necessary for vehicle repair and addi-
tional registration of access keys.
. Do not leave the access key in the
storage spaces inside the vehicle.
Vibrations may damage the key or turn
on the switch, possibly resulting in a
lockout.
. Do not leave the access key in the
following places.
On the instrument panel
On the floor
Inside the glove box
Inside the door trim pocket
On the rear seat
In the cargo area
If you do, the following situations
may occur.
The access key is mistakenly
locked inside the vehicle.
A false warning is issued
although no malfunction actually
occurs.
No warning is issued even when
any malfunction occurs.
Regarding setting
NOTE
. The operational/non-operational
setting for the keyless access function
can be changed. For the setting proce-
dure, refer to Disabling keyless ac-
cess function 2-17. The setting can
also be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
For more details, contact a SUBARU
dealer.
. For detailed information about the
operation method for the push-button
ignition switch while the keyless ac-
cess function is switched to the non-
operational mode, refer to Access key
if access key does not operate
properly 9-17.