SUBARU BRZ 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

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■Notes for the “keyless access” entry function
●Even when the access key is within the effective range (detection areas),
the system may not operate properly in the following cases:

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■Notes for locking the doors
●Touching the door lock sensor while wearing gloves may delay or prevent
lock operation. Remove the gloves and touch the lock sensor again.
●When the lock operation is performed using the lock sensor, recognition
signals will be shown up to two consecutive times. After this, no recogni-
tion signals will be given.
●If the door handle becomes wet when washing the vehicle while the
access key is within the effective range, the door may lock and unlock
repeatedly. In this case, place the access key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or
more away from the vehicle (take care to ensure that the key is not sto-
len), and continue to wash the vehicle.
●If the access key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet
during a car wash, a buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the
alarm, lock all the doors.
●The lock sensor may not work properly if it comes into contact with ice,
snow, mud, etc. Clean the lock sensor and attempt to operate it again.
■Notes for the unlocking function
●A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the
doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the
original position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door
handle again.
●Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
Remove the gloves and touch the sensor on the back of the handle
again.
●If the door handle becomes wet when washing the vehicle while the
access key is within the effective range, the door may lock and unlock
repeatedly. In this case, place the access key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or
more away from the vehicle (take care to ensure that the key is not sto-
len), and continue to wash the vehicle.
●If there is another access key in the detection area, it may take slightly
longer to unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped.

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■When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
●To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the access key within 6 ft. (2
m) of the vehicle.
●The keyless access with push button start system can be deactivated in
advance. (→P. 439)
■Alarm* (if equipped)
Using the keyless access with push button start system to lock the doors will
set the alarm system. ( →P. 81)
*: The alarm’s default setting is set to off.
■To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the access key when operating the system. Do not get
the access key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the
outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the access key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
(The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention function may
not operate.)
■If the keyless access with push button start system does not operate
properly
●Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk lid: Use the
mechanical key. ( →P. 394)
●Starting the engine: →P. 395

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■Access key battery depletion
●The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.
●If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the
engine stops. (→P. 374)
●As the access key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the access key is not used. The following symptoms
indicate that the access key battery may be depleted. Replace the bat-
tery when necessary. ( →P. 325)

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■Customization that can be configured at SUBARU dealer
Settings (e. g. keyless access with push button start system) can be
changed. (Customizable features: →P. 439)
■Certification for keyless access with push button start system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: HYQ23AAE FCC ID: HYQ14ACX
FCC ID: Y8PSSPLF03
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTE:
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux deux conditions sui-
vantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur du disposi-
tif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce
brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

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WARNING
■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices
●People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep
away from the keyless access with push button start system antennas.(→ P. 25)
The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary,
the “keyless access” entry function can be disabled. Ask your SUBARU
dealer for details, such as the frequency of radio waves and timing of emit-
ting the radio waves. Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable
the “keyless access” entry function.
●Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers
and implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the
device for information about its operation under the influence of radio
waves.
Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such
medical devices.
Ask your SUBARU dealer for details for disabling the “keyless access” entry
function.

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Before driving
Remote keyless entr y system
The remote keyless entry system can
be used to lock and unlock the
vehicle.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem
Locks both side doors
Sounds the alarm
(press and hold)
Unlocks both side doors
Pressing the button unlocks
the driver’s door. Pressing the
button again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other door.
Unlocks the trunk lid
(press and hold)
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system Locks both side doors
Unlocks both side doors
Pressing the button unlocks
the driver’s door. Pressing the
button again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other door.
Unlocks the trunk lid
(press and hold)
Sounds alarm
(press and hold)

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■Operation signals
Doors: A buzzer sounds and the hazard warning flashers flash to indicatethat the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once;
Unlocked: twice)
Trunk lid: A buzzer sounds to indicate that the trunk lid has been unlocked.
■Door lock buzzer (vehicles with a keyless access with push button
start system)
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock
the vehicle once more.
■Panic mode
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the transmitter.
When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the access key.

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■Vehicle finder function
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.A buzzer (sounds once) and the hazard
warning flashers (flash 3 times) are used
to inform the driver of the vehicle’s loca-
tion.
Press 3 times within 5 seconds
while within a circumference of approxi-
mately 30 ft. (10 m) from of the vehicle.
However, if the interval between the 3
presses is short, the system may not be
activated.This setting must be custom-
ized at your SUBARU dealer.
A buzzer (sounds once) and the hazard
warning flashers (flash 3 times) are used
to inform the driver of the vehicle’s loca-
tion.
Press 3 times within 5 seconds
while within a circumference of approxi-
mately 30 ft. (10 m) from of the vehicle.
However, if the interval between the 3
presses is short, the system may not be
activated.This setting must be custom-
ized at your SUBARU dealer.

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■Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
The remote keyless entry system may not operate normally in the following
situations:
●When the transmitter battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
●When the transmitter is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object
●When other transmitters (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear window
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
→ P. 3 0
■If the remote keyless entry system does not operate properly (vehicles
with a keyless access with push button start system)
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk lid: Use the mechanical
key. ( →P. 394)
■Key battery depletion
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
If the remote keyless entry system does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( →P. 325)
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
→ P. 3 4
■When the access key battery is fully depleted
→ P. 325
■Confirmation of the registered key number
The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask
your SUBARU dealer for details.
■Customization that can be conf igured at your SUBARU dealer
Settings (e.g. remote keyless entry system) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 439)