keyless SUBARU BRZ 2023 User Guide

Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
102NOTEPress the trunk opener button ten
times to enter “0”.
 Change the PIN code frequently to
protect your vehic le from theft.
 If you have lent your vehicle to
another person, confirm that the PIN
code has not been changed or deleted.
If the PIN code has been changed or
deleted, reregister a new PIN code.
 If you make an error during the
registration procedure, press the “ ”
or “ ” button on the access key fob.
Then, start over from the procedure
described in “Registration for a PIN
code”.
 To protect your ve hicle from theft,
you cannot register “00000” to “99999”
or “12345” as a PIN code.
 Do not register your vehicle license
plate number or simple numbers such
as “11122” or “12121” as a PIN code.
Doing so will increase the risk of
vehicle theft.
 When you try to register “22222”,
the registered PIN code will be deleted.
You cannot unlock the doors by PIN
Code Access until a new code is regis-
tered.
 After registering a new PIN code,
make sure that you can unlock the
doors using the PIN code. 
The PIN code cannot be deleted
while the keyless access function is
disabled by operating the access key
fob.
 Reregister the PIN code in the
following case. - When you forget the PIN code
- When you want to change the
PIN code
▼ Unlocking
Perform steps (1) to (5) of step 5
described in “Registration”.NOTE You cannot unlock by PIN Code
Access in the following cases. - When the access key fob is
within the operating ranges
- When the ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position
 If you make an operation error
during the unlocking procedure, start
over with the unlocking procedure
after waiting for 5 seconds or longer.
 To protect your vehic le from theft, a
buzzer will sound if incorrect PIN
codes are entered five times continu-
ously. If this occurs, you cannot unlock
the doors by PIN Code Access for 5
minutes.
■ Power Saving FunctionTo protect the access key fob battery and
the vehicle battery, the keyless access
function will be disabled as follows.
 When the keyless access function and
the remote keyless entry system have not
been used:
(1) 5 days after the push-button igni-
tion switch has been turned off,
communication between the antennas
and the access key fob will be stopped.
(2) 9 days after step (1), the sensors
(both lock sensor and unlock sensor)
on the passenger’s door will be
disabled.
 When the access key fob has been left
in the operating range for 10 minutes or
longer while all doors are locked, the
keyless access function will be disabled.
▼ Recovery from power saving modeWhen one of the following operations is
performed, the keyless access function
will be recovered.
 Unlock by gripping the door handle
(only when the sensors on the
passenger’s door are not disabled) or
pressing the trunk opener button on the
trunk lid
 Lock or unlock by the remote keyless
entry system
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Open a door and then close it
 Turn the push-button ignition switch to
the “ON” position■ Power Saving Function of
Access Key FobThis function stops the access key fob
from receiving signals and helps minimize
the battery consumption of the access key
fob.
1. Press the “ ” button twice while
holding the “ ” button.1) LED indicator2. Confirm that the LED indicator blinks 4
times to notify that the setting is complete.
When the access key fob is in the power
save mode, the keyless access function and push-button star
t system will not be
available.
To cancel the power save mode, press
one of the buttons on the access key fob.
■ Disabling Keyless Access
FunctionWhen the vehicle is not going to be used
for a long time, or when you choose not to
use the keyless access function, the
keyless access function can be disabled.NOTE The locking and unlocking function
by the remote keyless entry system is
not disabled.
 To start the engine while the func-
tions are disabled, perform the proce- dure described in "Starting Engine"

 P326.
▼ Disabling functions
▽ By operating the access key fob
To disable the keyless access function by
operating the access key fob, register a
PIN code for PIN Code Access. For
details about registering a PIN code, refer
to "Unlock Using PIN Code Access"
 P100.
1. Open the driver’s door.
2. Rotate the lock lever forward.
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WARNING
If you have an implanted pacemaker
or an implanted defibrillator, per-
form the procedure "By operating
the driver’s door" P104 to disable
the keyless access function. If you
perform the procedure "By operat-
ing the access key fob" P103, the
operation of an implanted pace-
maker or implanted defibrillator
may be affected by the radio waves
from the transmitter antenna.
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Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
1043. Press and hold the “ ” button and
“ ” button on the access key fob simul-
taneously for more than 5 seconds.
A chirp sound will be heard, and the func-
tion will be disabled.
▽ By operating the driver’s door
To disable the keyless access function by
operating the driver’s door, perform the
following procedures.
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A chirp will sound and the functions will be disabled.NOTEIn steps 4 and 6, press the power door locking switch firmly. If the switch is not
pressed firmly, the functions may not be disabled.Steps Operation TimeStatus
1 Sit in the driver’s seat, and close the door. ―Close
2 Push “ ” on the power door locking
switch. ―
Close
3 Open the driver’s door. Within 5 sec. Close→Open
4 Push “ ” on the power door locking switch
twice. Within 5 sec. Open
5 Close and open the driver’s door twice. Within 10 sec. Open→
Close→Open →
Close →Open
6 Push “ ” on the power door locking switch
twice while the door is open. Within 10 sec. Open
7 Close and open the driver’s door once. Within 10 sec. Open →Close →Open
8 Close the door. Within 5 sec. Open→Close
▼ Enabling functions
When the procedure to disable the func-
tions is performed again, a chirp sound
will be heard, and the functions are
enabled.NOTE The keyless access function will be
enabled only if you perform the proce-
dure in the same manner you disabled
the function (fo r example, when
disabling by operating the driver’s
door, the function wi ll not be enabled
even if you operate the access key
fob).
 Press the push-b utton ignition
switch if you do not know the proce-
dure in which the keyless access func-
tion was disabled. - When disabling by operating the
driver’s door: a chirp will not be
heard
- When disabling by operating the
access key fob: a chirp will be heard■ Selecting Audible Signal
Operation (If Equipped)Using an electronic chirp, the system will
give you an audible signal when the doors
are locked or unlocked. If desired, you can
turn the audible signal off by operating the
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106center information display. For details,
refer to "Car settings" P165.
Furthermore, the volume setting of the
audible signal can also be changed by a
SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU
dealer for details.■ Selecting Hazard Warning
Flasher OperationUsing the hazard warning flasher, the
system will give you a visible signal when
the doors are locked or unlocked. If
desired, you can turn the hazard warning
flashers off by operating the center infor-
mation display. For details, refer to "Car
settings" P165. The setting can also be
changed by a SUBARU dealer. Consult
your SUBARU dealer for details.■ Warning Chimes and
Warning IndicatorThe keyless access with push-button start
system is equipped wi th a warning chime
and the access key wa rning indicator in
order to minimize improper operations
and help protect your vehicle from theft.
For details, refer to "Warning Chimes and
Warning Indicator of the Keyless Access
with Push-Button Start System" P143.
■ When Access Key Fob Does
Not Operate ProperlyRefer to "Access Key Fob – If Access Key
Fob Does Not Operate Properly" P325.■ Replacing Battery of Access
Key FobRefer to "Replacing Battery of Access Key
Fob" P376.■ Replacing Access Key FobAccess key fobs can be replaced at
SUBARU dealers. For more details,
contact a SUBARU dealer.■ Certification for Keyless
Access with Push-Button
Start SystemU.S.-spec. models
FCC ID: HYQ14AHK
FCC ID: Y8PSU19S-3
FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB03 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 interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
FCC WARNINGChanges or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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Canada-spec. models Mexico-spec. models
IFT
RLVDE1415-1661
14AHK
DENSO
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Immobilizer
1082-2. ImmobilizerThe 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. If
engine start is attempted with an unregis-
tered access key fob or key, the engine
will not start. Even if the engine does start,
it will stop after a few seconds. This
system, however, is not a 100% anti-theft
guarantee.NOTE To protect your ve hicle from theft,
please pay close attention to the
following security precautions: - Never leave your vehicle unat-
tended with its keys inside. - Before leaving your vehicle,

close all windows and lock the
doors.
- Do not leave spare keys or any
record of your key number in the
vehicle.
 The vehicle has a maintenance-free
type immobilizer system.
■ Security Indicator LightRefer to "Security Indicator Light" P148.■ Key ReplacementYour key number plate will be required if
you ever need a replacement key made.
Any new key must be registered for use
with your vehicle’ s immobilizer system
before it can be used. The maximum
number of keys that can be registered for
use with one vehicle is seven.
One key that has already been registered
is required in order to register a new key.NOTEIf you lose a key, the lost key’s ID code
still remains in the memory of the vehi-
cle’s immobilizer system. For security
reasons, the lost key’s ID code should
be erased from the memory. To erase
the lost key’s ID code, all keys that will
be used are required. For details about new key registration

and erasing the lost key’s ID code,
contact your SUBARU dealer.
■ Certification for Immobilizer
SystemRefer to "Certificati on for Keyless Access
with Push-Button Start System" P106.
CAUTION
 Do not place the key under direct
sunlight or anywhere it may
become hot. Do not get the key wet. If the key
gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth
immediately. Do not modify or remove the
system. If modified or removed,
the proper operation of the
system cannot be guaranteed.
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Remote Keyless Entry System
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2-3. Remote Keyless Entry System
Access key fob
1) Lock/arm button
2) Unlock/disarm button
3) Trunk lid opener button
4) PANIC buttonThe remote keyless entry system has the
following functions.
 Locking and unlocking the doors and
fuel filler lid
 Opening the trunk lid
 Sounding a panic alarm
 Arming and disarming the alarm
system. For details, refer to "Alarm
System" P114.
The operable distance of the remote
keyless entry system is approximately 30
feet (10 meters). Ho wever, this distance
will vary depending on environmental
conditions. The system’s operable distance will be shorter in areas near a

facility or electronic equipment emitting
strong radio waves such as a power plant,
broadcast station, TV tower, or remote
controller of home electronic appliances.
NOTE The remote keyless entry system
will not be activa ted when the push-
button ignition switch is in any posi-
tion other than the “OFF” position.
 The hazard warning flashers will
flash once or twice when the access
key fob button is pressed in the
following cases. - When locking the doors
- When unlocking the doors
If desired, you can turn the hazard
warning flashers off by operating the
center information display. For details,
refer to "Car settings" P165. The set-
ting can also be changed by a
SUBARU dealer. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for details.
The setting of the Remote Keyless
Entry System operation can be
changed by your SUBARU dealer.
Consult your SUBARU dealer for
details. For details, refer to "Function
Settings and Adjustments Performed
by a Dealer" P391.
CAUTION
 Do not expose the remote trans-
mitter to severe shocks, such as
those experienced as a result of
dropping or throwing. Do not take the remote trans-
mitter apart except when
replacing the battery. Do not get the remote transmitter
wet. If it gets we t, wipe it dry with
a cloth immediately. When you carry the remote trans-
mitter on an airplane, do not
press the button of the remote
transmitter while in the airplane.
When any button of the remote
transmitter is pressed, radio
waves are sent and may affect the
operation of the airplane. When
you carry the remote transmitter
in a bag on an airplane, take
measures to prevent the buttons
of the remote transmitter from
being pressed.
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Remote Keyless Entry System
110■Locking the DoorsPress the “ ” button to lock all doors and
fuel filler lid. An elec tronic chirp will sound
once and the hazard warning flashers will
flash once.
If any of the doors are not fully closed, an
electronic chirp sounds 5 seconds to alert
you that the doors are not properly closed.
When you close the door, it will automati-
cally lock and then the following will occur.
 An electronic chirp sounds once.
 The hazard warning flashers flash
once.■ Unlocking the DoorsPress the “ ” button to unlock the driver’s
door and the fuel filler lid. An electronic
chirp will sound twice and the hazard
warning flashers will flash twice. To unlock
all doors, briefly press the “ ” button again
within 5 seconds.NOTEIf the interval between the first and
second presses of the “ ” button (for
unlocking of all of the doors) is
extremely short, the system may not
respond.
■ Opening the Trunk LidPress and hold the “ ” button to open
the trunk lid. An electronic chirp will sound
once.
This operation setting can be changed by
a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU
dealer for details.■ Setting Audible Signal Oper -
ation (If Equipped)Using an electronic chirp, the system will
give you an audible signal when the doors
lock and unlock.
If desired, you can turn the audible signal
off by operating the center information
display. For details, refer to "Car settings"
 P165. Furthermore, the volume setting
of the audible signal can also be changed
by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for details.■ Selecting Hazard Warning
Flasher Operation
Using the hazard warning flasher, the
system will give you a visible signal when
the doors are locked or unlocked. If
desired, you can turn the hazard warning
flashers off by operating the center infor-
mation display. For details, refer to "Car
settings" P165. The setting can also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Consult

your SUBARU dealer for details.
■ Vehicle Finder FunctionUse this function to find your vehicle
parked among many vehicles in a large
parking lot. Provided you are within 30
feet (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing
the “ ” button three times in a 5-second
period will cause your vehicle’s horn to
sound once and its hazard warning
flashers to flash three times.NOTEIf the interval between presses is too
short when you press the “ ” button
three times, the system may not
respond to the signals from the remote
transmitter.■ Sounding a Panic AlarmTo activate the alarm, press the “PANIC”
button once.
The horn will sound and the hazard
warning flashers, headlights, side marker
lights, tail lights and map lights will flash.
To deactivate the panic alarm, press any
button on the remote transmitter. If a
button on the remote transmitter is not
pressed, the alarm will be deactivated
after approximately 60 seconds.
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■Replacing the BatteryRefer to "Replacing Battery" P375.■ Replacing Lost TransmittersIf you lose a transmitter or want to
purchase additional transmitters (up to
four can be programmed), you should re-
program all of your transmitters for secu-
rity reasons. For details, contact your
SUBARU dealer and have the transmit-
ters programmed into the remote keyless
entry system.
2-4. Door Locks■ Locking and Unlocking from
the Outside
NOTEIf you unlock the driver’s door with an
emergency key and open the door
while the alarm system is armed, the
alarm system is triggered and the vehi-
cle’s horn sounds. In this case, per-
form any of the following operations:
 Press unlock button on the access
key fob.
 Turn the push-button ignition switch
to the “ACC” position.
 Carry the access key fob and
perform either of the following proce-
dures. - Grip the door handle.
- Press the trunk opener button.
For details about the alarm system,
refer to "Alarm System" P114. ▼
How to lock and unlock the vehicle
using the emergency key
1) Rotate the key toward the front to lock.
2) Rotate the key toward the rear to
unlock.In this case, only the driver’s side door is
locked or unlocked.NOTEThe emergency key is directional. If
the key cannot be inserted, change the
direction that the grooved side is fac-
ing and insert it again.
▼ How to lock the vehicle without
using the keyTo lock the door from outside without the
key, the following methods are available.
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