Keys; Key Number Plate; Immobilizer - Subaru Impreza 2016 Manual

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Keys and doors/Keys

Keys

NOTE
For models with "keyless access with
push-button start system", refer to
"Keyless access with push-button start
system" F2-7.
Your vehicle has two or three keys and a

key number plate.

All keys provided for your vehicle fit all
locks on your vehicle.
. Ignition switch
. Driver s door
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to the 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.
For information on making replacement
keys, refer to Key replacement F2-3.

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.
For models without "keyless access
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.
If the engine does not start, perform either
of the following procedures.
. Perform the procedure described in
Starting engine F9-30 (models with
keyless access with push-button start
system ).
. Pull out the key once before trying
again (models without keyless access
with push-button start system ). Refer to