Subaru FORESTER Manual page 123

3-6
Instruments and controls
CAUTION
. The push-button start system
uses weak radio waves. The
status of the access key and the
environmental conditions may
interfere with the communication
between the access key and the
vehicle under the following con-
ditions, and it may not be possi-
ble to lock or unlock the doors or
start the engine.
– When operating near a facility
where strong radio waves are
transmitted, such as a broad-
cast station and power trans-
mission lines
– When products that transmit
radio waves are used, such as
an access key or a remote
transmitter key of another ve-
hicle
– When carrying more than one
access key
– When the access key is
placed near wireless commu-
nication equipment such as a
cell phone
– When the access key is
placed near a metallic object
– When metallic accessories are
attached to the access key
– When carrying the access key
with electronic appliances
such as a laptop computer
– When the battery of the ac-
cess key is discharged
. Never leave or store the access
key inside the vehicle (e.g., on
the instrumental panel, inside the
glove box, on the seat, in the
door pocket or at the corner of
the cargo area) or within 2 m (6.6
ft) around the vehicle (e.g., in the
garage).
. The access key may be locked
inside the vehicle, or the battery
may discharge rapidly. Note that
the power may not turn on in
some cases depending on the
location of the access key.
. When the vehicle is not going to
be used for an extended period of
time, when the keyless access
functions are not going to be
used or when the access key
needs to be stored inside or
around the vehicle for some un-
controllable reason, the keyless
access functions can be dis-
abled. For the setting procedure,
refer to the "Disabling keyless
access function" section in chap-
ter 2. The setting can also be
changed by a SUBARU dealer.
For more details, we recommend
that you contact a SUBARU deal-
er.
. The access key contains electro-
nic components. Observe the
following points to prevent mal-
functions.
– Although you can replace the
battery of the access key
yourself, it is recommended
that the battery should be
replaced by a SUBARU dealer
to avoid the risk of damage at
the time of replacement.
– Do not get the access key wet.
If the access key gets wet,
wipe it immediately and let it
dry completely.
– Do not apply strong impacts
to the access key.
– Keep the access key away
from magnetic sources.
– Never leave the access key in
direct sunlight or anywhere
that may become hot, such
as on the dashboard. It may
damage the battery or cause
circuit malfunctions.