Keys; Key Number Plate And Security Id Plate - Subaru 2012 Forester Owner's Manual

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Keys and doors

Keys

1) Master key (black)
2) Submaster key (black)
3) Valet key (gray)
4) Key number plate
5) Security ID 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 driver's door lock. 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 and secur-
ity ID plate
1) Key number plate
2) Security ID plate
The key number is stamped on the key
number plate attached to the key set. The
security ID for the immobilizer system is
stamped on the security ID plate attached
to the key set. Be sure to keep these
plates in a safe place, not in the vehicle. It
is recommended to make a note of these
numbers to be on the safe side. These
numbers are needed to make a replace-
ment key if you lose your key or lock it
inside the vehicle.
For information on making replacement
keys, refer to "Key replacement" F2-3.
The security ID is also needed for
replacement or repair of the engine control
unit, integrated unit, or combination meter.