remote start SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2012 4.G User Guide

7-12Starting and operating
start. !To disengage the service mode
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON ”
position, depress and hold the brake
pedal, then press and release the “
”
button on the remote engine start trans-
mitter three times. The system will pause
for 1 second and flash the turn signal
lights once indicating that the system has
exited service mode.
NOTE
When taking your vehicle in for service,
it is recommended that you inform the
service personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with a remote engine startsystem. & Remote engine start trans-
mitter programming and pro-
grammable feature option
New transmitters can be programmed to
the remote engine start system in the
event that remote engine start transmitters
are lost, stolen or damaged. The remote
engine start system also has one pro-
grammable feature that can be adjusted
for user preference.
The remote engine start system can be
programmed to either make an audible
horn chirp upon remote start activation or not. Remote engine start transmitter pro-
gramming and feature programming can
be adjusted using the following procedure.
1. Open the driver
’s door (the driver ’s
door must remain opened throughout the
entire process).
2. Insert the key into the vehicle ’s ignition
switch and turn to the “ON ”position.
3. Locate the small black programming
button behind the fuse box cover, on the
driver ’s side left under the dashboard
panel.
4. Press and hold the black programming
button for 10 to 15 seconds. The horn will
honk and the turn signal lights will flash
three times to indicate that the system has
entered programming mode. At this point
you can proceed to either step 5 or step 6.
5. To program a remote engine start
transmitter: press and release the “
”
button on each transmitter. The horn will
honk and the turn signal lights will flash
one time to indicate a successful trans-
mitter learn each time the “
”button is
pressed. You can program up to eight transmitters.
6. To toggle the Horn Confirmation chirps
ON/OFF: depress and release the brake
pedal to toggle the feature. The horn will
chirp and the turn signal lights will flash
one time to indicate Confirmation Horn
Chirps are “OFF ”. The horn will honk and the turn signal lights will flash 2 times to
indicate Confirmation Horn Chirps are“
ON ”. Depressing the brake pedal repeat-
edly will toggle the feature ON or OFF
each time.
7. To exit the remote engine start trans-
mitter and feature programming mode,
turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK ”
position, remove the key from the ignition
switch and test operation of the remote
engine start transmitter(s) and horn con-
firmation feature.
& System maintenance
! Changing the batteries
CAUTION
. Do not let dust, oil or water get on
or in the remote engine start
transmitter when replacing the
battery.
. Be careful not to damage the
printed circuit board in the re-
mote engine start transmitter
when replacing the battery.
. Be careful not to allow children to
touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could
swallow them.
. There is a danger of explosion if

an incorrect replacement battery
is used. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of bat-
tery.
. Batteries should not be exposed
to excessive heat such as sun-
shine, fire or the like.
The two 3-volt lithium batteries (modelCR-1220 ) supplied in your remote engine
start transmitter should last approximately
3 years, depending on usage. When the
batteries begin to weaken, you will notice
a decrease in range (distance from the
vehicle that your remote engine start
system operates). Follow the instructions
below to change the remote engine start
transmitter batteries.
1. Carefully pry the remote engine start
transmitter halves apart using a small flat-
head screwdriver.2. Remove the circuit board from the
bottom half of the case and slide the white
plastic battery holder out from under the
battery tab releasing the batteries. Re-
move the old batteries and replace with
new ones. Be sure to observe the (+) sign
on the old batteries before removing them
to ensure that the new batteries are
inserted properly (battery “+ ” should be
pointed away from the transmitter circuit
board on both batteries).
3. Carefully snap the case halves back
together, then test the remote engine startsystem.
CAUTION
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not ex- Starting and operating
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11-4Maintenance and service
guard against getting oil or fluids
in your eyes. If something does
get in your eyes, thoroughly
wash them out with clean water.
. Do not tamper with the wiring of
the SRS airbag system or seat-
belt pretensioner system, or at-
tempt to take its connectors
apart, as that may activate the
system or it can render it inop-
erative. NEVER use a circuit
tester for this wiring.
If your SRS airbag or seatbelt
pretensioner needs service, con-
sult your nearest SUBARU deal-
er. &
Before checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
WARNING
. Always stop the engine and set
the parking brake firmly to pre-
vent the vehicle from moving.
. Always let the engine cool down.
Engine parts become very hot
when the engine is running and
remain hot for some time after
the engine is stopped.
. Do not spill engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid or any other
fluid on hot engine components.
This may cause a fire.
. Always remove the key from the
ignition switch. When the ignition
switch is in the “ON ”position,
thecoolingfanmayoperate
suddenly even when the engine
is stopped.
. Before performing any servicing
on a vehicle equipped with a
remote engine start system (a
dealer option) temporarily place
that system in the service mode
to prevent it from unexpectedly
starting the engine. &
When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
CAUTION
Do not contact the belt cover while
checking the components in the
engine compartment. Doing so may
cause your hand to slip off the belt
cover and result in an unexpected
injury.

14-2Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-26
Warning light ......................................................... 3-18
Accessories ....................................................... 5-4, 11-39
Accessory power outlet ................................................. 6-8
Active head restraint ..................................................... 1-5
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-13
Air conditioner Automatic climate control system ............................... 4-8
Manual climate control system ................................... 4-3
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-13
Airflow selection Automatic climate control system ............................... 4-8
Manual climate control system ................................... 4-3
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-15
Aluminum wheel ....................................................... 11-30
Cleaning ............................................................... 10-3
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-3
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-26
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-16
Armrest ....................................................................... 1-8
Ashtray ..................................................................... 6-10
Audio Antenna system ....................................................... 5-3
Auxiliary input jack ................................................. 5-23
Bluetooth
®audio .................................................... 5-33
CD player operation ............................................... 5-16
Control button ........................................................ 5-31
FM/AM radio operation ........................................... 5-10
iPod
®operations .................................................... 5-26
Power and sound controls ......................................... 5-7 Satellite radio operations
......................................... 5-13
Set ........................................................................ 5-4
USB storage device operations ................................ 5-26
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .............................. 3-37, 3-38
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-8
Automatic transmission Fluid ..................................................................... 12-7
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-12
Auxiliary input jack ...................................................... 5-23
B Battery .................................................................... 11-36
Drainage prevention function ..................................... 2-5
Jump starting .......................................................... 9-9
Replacement (remote engine start transmitter) ........... 7-12
Replacement (remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-11
Bluetooth
®audio ........................................................ 5-33
Booster seat .............................................................. 1-27
Bottle holder ............................................................... 6-7
Brake Assist .................................................................... 7-25
Booster ....................................................... 7-25, 11-20
Fluid ........................................................... 11-18, 12-7
Pad and lining ...................................................... 11-22
Parking ....................................................... 7-33, 11-23
Pedal .................................................................. 11-20
System .................................................................. 7-25
Brake pedal Free play ............................................................. 11-20
Reserve distance .................................................. 11-21
Brake system ............................................................. 7-25

14-8Index
Gate ............................................................. 2-26, 9-16
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-43
Viscous limited slip differential ................................. 7-24
Rear differential Oil temperature warning light ................................... 3-16
Rear seat .................................................................... 1-7
Armrest ................................................................... 1-8
Folding down ........................................................... 1-9
Head restraint adjustment ......................................... 1-8
Rear window Defogger ............................................................... 3-45
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 3-36
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-34
Recommended Automatic transmission fluid .................................... 12-7
Brake fluid. ............................................................ 12-7
Clutch fluid ............................................................ 12-7
Engine oil .............................................................. 12-5
Front differential gear oil ......................................... 12-6
Manual transmission oil .......................................... 12-6
Power steering fluid ................................................ 12-7
Rear differential gear oil .......................................... 12-6
Spark plugs ........................................................... 12-3
Refueling .................................................................... 7-4
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-10
Remote keyless entry system ........................................ 2-7
Replacement
Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-22
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-32
Replacing Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-13 Battery (remote engine start transmitter)
.................... 7-12
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ....................... 2-11
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-11
Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-39
Back-up light (4-door) ............................................ 11-43
Back-up light (5-door) ............................................ 11-45
Brake/Tail and rear side marker light (4-door) ........... 11-43
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-47
Dome light ........................................................... 11-47
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-42
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-42
Headlight ............................................................. 11-39
High mount stop light ............................................ 11-47
License plate light ................................................. 11-45
Map light ............................................................. 11-46
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-43
Trunk light ........................................................... 11-47
REV indicator light and buzzer ..................................... 3-10
Rocking the vehicle ..................................................... 8-9
Roof molding and crossbar .......................................... 8-12
S Safety Precautions when driving ............................................. 5
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-6
Rear ...................................................................... 1-7