engine SUBARU OUTBACK 2016 6.G User Guide

Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
6.6 ft (2 m) around the vehicle (e.
g., in the garage). The access key
may be locked inside the vehicle,
or the battery may discharge
rapidly.
.The access key contains electro-
nic components. Observe the
following precautions to prevent
malfunctions.
–Although you can replace the
battery of the access key
yourself, it is recommended
that the battery 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 off 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.–Do not wash the access key in
an ultrasonic washer.
–Do not leave the access key in
humid or dusty locations.
Doing so may cause malfunc-
tions.
–Do not leave the access key
near personal computers or
home electric appliances.
Doing so may cause the ac-
cess key to malfunction, re-
sulting in battery discharge.
.If the access key is dropped, the
integrated mechanical key inside
may become loose. Be careful
not to lose the mechanical key.
.When you carry the access key
on an airplane, do not press the
button of the access key while in
the airplane. When any button of
the access key is pressed, radio
waves are sent and may affect
the operation of the airplane.
When you carry the access key
in a bag on an airplane, take
measures to prevent the buttons
of the access key from being
pressed.NOTE
.The operational/non-operational
setting for the keyless access function
can be changed. For the setting proce-
dure, refer to“Disabling keyless ac-
cess function”F2-18. The setting can
also be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
For more details, contact a SUBARU
dealer.
.For detailed information about the
operation method for the push-button
ignition switch while the keyless ac-
cess function is switched to the non-
operational mode, refer to“Access key
–if access key does not operate
properly”F9-18.
.The keyless access with push-but-
ton start system uses weak radio
waves. The status of the access key
and environmental conditions may in-
terfere with the communication be-
tween the access key and the vehicle
under the following conditions, and it
may not be possible to lock or unlock
the doors or start the engine.
–When operating near a facility
where strong radio waves are trans-
mitted, such as a broadcast station
and power transmission lines
–When products that transmit
radio waves are used, such as an
access key or a remote transmitter
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key of another vehicle
–When carrying more than one
access key
–When the access key is placed
near wireless communication
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 access
key is discharged
.The access key is always commu-
nicating with the vehicle and is con-
tinuously using the battery. Although
the life of the battery varies depending
on the operating conditions, it is ap-
proximately 1 to 2 years. If the battery
becomes fully discharged, replace it
with a new one.
.If an access key is lost, it is
recommended that the access key be
reregistered. For reregistration of an
access key, contact a SUBARU dealer.
.For a spare access key, contact a
SUBARU dealer.
.Up to 7 access keys can be regis-
tered for one vehicle.
.Carefully store the key number platesupplied with the access key. It is
necessary for vehicle repair.
.Do not leave the access key in the
storage spaces inside the vehicle, such
as the door pocket, dashboard and the
corner of the cargo area. Vibrations
may damage the key or turn on the
switch, possibly resulting in a lockout.
.After the vehicle battery is dis-
charged or replaced, initialization of
the steering lock system may be re-
quired to start the engine. In this case,
perform the following procedure to
initialize the steering lock.
(1) Turn the push-button ignition
switch to the“OFF”position. For
details, refer to“Switching power”
F3-6.
(2) Open and close the driver’s
door.
(3) Wait for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
When the steering is locked, the initi-
alization is completed.&Locking and unlocking with
“keyless access”entry func-
tion
!Operating ranges
Legacy
1) Antenna
2) Operating range Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
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Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
rear gate opener button is pressed.
The factory setting (default setting) is set
as“operational”.
&Selecting audible signal op-
eration
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
multi information display. For details, refer
to“Keyless Entry System”F3-42.
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 multi informa-
tion display. For details, refer to“Keyless
Entry System”F3-42. The setting can
also be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.
&Warning chimes and warning
indicator
The keyless access with push-button start
system sounds a warning chime and
flashes the access key warning indicator
on the combination meter 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”F3-24.
&Disabling keyless access
function
When 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.
WARNING
If you have an implanted pacemaker
or an implanted defibrillator, per-
form the procedure“By operating
the driver’s door”F2-19 to disable
the keyless access function. If you
perform the procedure“By operat-
ing the access key”F2-19, the
operation of an implanted pace-
maker or implanted defibrillator
may be affected by the radio waves
from the transmitter antenna.
NOTE
.The locking and unlocking function
by the remote keyless entry system is
not disabled.
.The setting can also be changed at
SUBARU dealers. For more details,
contact a SUBARU dealer.
.To start the engine while the func-
tions are disabled, perform the proce-
dure described in“Starting engine”
F9-19.
.We recommend that you disable the
keyless access functions under the
following conditions.
–When the vehicle is not going to
be used for an extended period of
time
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If the system was previously deacti-
vated:
The odometer screen displays“ALON”
and the horn sounds once, indicating that
the system is now activated.
NOTE
You may have the above setting
change done by your SUBARU dealer.
&If you have accidentally trig-
gered the alarm system
!To stop the alarm
Perform any of the following operations.
.Press any button on the access key/
remote transmitter.
.Turn the ignition switch to the“ON”
position (models without“keyless access
with push-button start system”).
.Turn the push-button ignition switch to
the“ACC”position (models with“keyless
access with push-button start system”).
NOTE
Only registered keys will stop the
alarm. If the key is not registered, the
alarm will not stop.
&Arming the system
NOTE
.The system can be armed even if the
engine hood, the windows and/or
moonroof are open. Always make sure
that they are fully closed before arming
the system.
.When arming the system, if any of
the doors or the rear gate/trunk lid is
not fully closed, an electronic chirp
sounds five times, the hazard warning
flashers flash five times to alert you
that the doors (or the rear gate/trunk
lid) are not properly closed. When you
close the door, doors will automatically
lock and the system will automatically
arm in 30 seconds.
.The 30-second standby time can be
eliminated if you prefer. Have it per-
formed by your SUBARU dealer.
.For Legacy, if you open the trunk
using the access key/remote transmit-
ter’s“
”button in the surveillance
state (or the standby state), the system
will be temporarily placed in a standby
state. The system will go back to the
surveillance state in 30 seconds upon
locking the trunk.
.The system is in the standby state
for a 30-second period before arming
the system. The security indicator light
will flash at short intervals during thisperiod.
.If any of the following actions is
done during the standby period, the
system will not switch to the surveil-
lance state.
–Doors (including the rear gate/
trunk lid) are unlocked using the
access key/remote transmitter.
–Doors (including the rear gate/
trunk lid) are unlocked using the
keyless access function (models
with“keyless access with push-
button start system”).
–Any door (including the rear gate/
trunk lid) is opened.
–The ignition switch is turned to
the“ON”position (models without
“keyless access with push-button
start system”).
–Push-button ignition switch is
turned to the“ACC”position (mod-
els with“keyless access with push-
button start system”).
!To arm the system using the access
key/remote transmitter
1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if
equipped).
2. Remove the key from the ignition
switch (models without“keyless access
with push-button start system”)/turn the
push-button ignition switch to the“OFF”
Keys and doors/Alarm system
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Keys and doors/Alarm system
position (models with“keyless access with
push-button start system”).
3. Open the doors and get out of the
vehicle.
4. Make sure that the engine hood is
locked.
5. Close all doors and the rear gate/trunk
lid.
Access key
1) Arm button: Press to arm the system
2) Disarm button: Press to disarm the
system
Transmitter
1) Arm button: Press to arm the system
2) Disarm button: Press to disarm the
system
Security indicator light
6. Briefly press the arm button (for lessthan 2 seconds). All doors (and the rear
gate (Outback)) will lock, an electronic
chirp will sound once, the hazard warning
flashers will flash once, and the security
indicator light will start flashing rapidly.
After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (stand-
by time), the security indicator light will
then flash slowly (twice approximately
every 2 seconds), indicating that the
system has been armed for surveillance.
If any of the doors (rear gate or trunk lid) is
not fully closed, an electronic chirp sounds
five times, the hazard warning flashers
flash five times to alert you that the doors
(or the rear gate/trunk lid) are not properly
closed. When you close the door, the
system will automatically arm and doors
will automatically lock.
!To arm the system using power
door locking switch
1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if
equipped).
2. Remove the key from the ignition
switch (models without keyless access
function)/make sure the push-button igni-
tion switch is turned off (models with
keyless access function).
3. Open the doors and get out of the
vehicle.
4. Make sure that the engine hood (and
the trunk lid (Legacy)) are locked.
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5. Close the doors (and the rear gate
(Outback)) but leave only the driver’s door
or the front passenger’s door open.
6. Press the front side (“LOCK”side) of
the power door locking switch to set the
door locks.
7. Close the door. An electronic chirp will
sound once, the hazard warning flashers
will flash once and the security indicator
light will start flashing rapidly. After rapid
flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the
security indicator light will then flash
slowly (twice approximately every 2 sec-
onds), indicating that the system has been
armed for surveillance.!To arm the system using the key-
less access function (if equipped)
1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if
equipped)
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to
the“OFF”position.
3. Open the doors and get out of the
vehicle.
4. Make sure that the engine hood is
locked.
5. Close all doors and the rear gate/trunk
lid.
1) Door lock sensor
Security indicator light
6. Carry the access key and touch the
door lock sensor. All doors (for Outback,
including the rear gate) will lock, an
electronic chirp will sound once, the
hazard warning flashers will flash once,
and the security indicator light will start
flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30
seconds (standby time), the security in-
dicator light will then flash slowly (twice
approximately every 2 seconds), indicat-
ing that the system has been armed for
surveillance.
If any of the doors or the rear gate is not
fully closed, an electronic chirp sounds
five times, the hazard warning flashers
flash five times to alert you that the doors
(or the rear gate/trunk lid) are not properly
closed. When you close the door, the
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Ignition switch (models without push-
button start system)......................................... 3-3
LOCK.................................................................. 3-3
ACC.................................................................... 3-4
ON...................................................................... 3-4
START ................................................................ 3-4
Key reminder chime............................................ 3-4
Ignition switch light............................................. 3-4
Push-button ignition switch (models with
push-button start system)............................... 3-5
Safety precautions.............................................. 3-5
Operating range for push-button start system...... 3-5
Switching power................................................. 3-6
When access key does not operate properly........ 3-7
Hazard warning flasher....................................... 3-7
Meters and gauges.............................................. 3-7
Combination meter illumination........................... 3-7
Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle
movement upon turning on the ignition
switch............................................................... 3-8
Speedometer....................................................... 3-8
Odometer............................................................ 3-8
Double trip meter................................................ 3-9
Tachometer......................................................... 3-9
Fuel gauge......................................................... 3-10
Temperature gauge............................................ 3-11
ECO gauge........................................................ 3-11
Warning and indicator lights............................. 3-12
Seatbelt warning light and chime........................ 3-12
SRS airbag system warning light........................ 3-14Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF
indicators........................................................ 3-14
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction
indicator light.................................................. 3-15
Charge warning light.......................................... 3-15
Oil pressure warning light.................................. 3-15
Engine low oil level warning indicator................ 3-16
AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT models)........... 3-16
Low tire pressure warning light (U.S. spec.
models)........................................................... 3-16
ABS warning light.............................................. 3-18
Brake system warning light................................ 3-18
Electronic parking brake indicator light.............. 3-20
Hill Holder indicator light................................... 3-21
Low fuel warning light....................................... 3-21
Door open indicator........................................... 3-22
Windshield washer fluid warning indicator.......... 3-22
All-Wheel Drive warning light (CVT models) ........ 3-22
Power steering warning light.............................. 3-22
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle
Dynamics Control operation indicator light ....... 3-23
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light..... 3-24
Warning chimes and warning indicator of the
keyless access with push-button start system (if
equipped)........................................................ 3-24
Security indicator light....................................... 3-29
Select lever/gear position indicator..................... 3-30
Turn signal indicator lights................................. 3-30
High beam indicator light................................... 3-30
Cruise control indicator..................................... 3-30
Cruise control set indicator................................ 3-30
Instruments and controls
3

Ignition switch (models with-
out push-button start sys-
tem)
WARNING
.Never turn the ignition switch to
“LOCK”while the vehicle is
being driven or towed because
that will lock the steering wheel,
preventing steering control. And
when the engine is turned off, it
takes a much greater effort than
usual to steer.
.Before leaving the vehicle, al-
ways remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety and
never allow an unattended child
to remain in the vehicle. Failure
to follow this procedure could
result in injury to a child or
others. Children could operate
the power windows, the moon-
roof or other controls or even
make the vehicle move.
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it bangedagainst your knees or hands while
you are driving, it could turn the
ignition switch from the“ON”posi-
tion to the“ACC”or“LOCK”posi-
tion, thereby stopping the engine.
Also, if the key is attached to a
keyholder or to a large bunch of
other keys, centrifugal force may act
on it as the vehicle moves, resulting
in unwanted turning of the ignition
switch.
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK, ACC, ON and START.
NOTE
.Keep the ignition switch in the
“LOCK”position when the engine is
not running.
.Using electrical accessories for along time with the ignition switch in the
“ON”or“ACC”position can cause the
battery to go dead.
.If the ignition switch will not move
from the“LOCK”position to the“ACC”
position, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the left and right as you turn
the ignition switch.
&LOCK
The key can only be inserted or removed
in this position. The ignition switch will lock
the steering wheel when you remove the
key.
If turning the key is difficult, turn the
steering wheel slightly to the right and left
as you turn the key.
The key can be turned from“ACC”to
“LOCK”only when the key is pushed in
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Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push–button start system)
while turning it (all models) and the select
lever is in the“P”position (CVT models).
&ACC
In this position the electrical accessories
(radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can
be used.
&ON
This is the normal operating position after
the engine is started.
&START
CAUTION
Do not turn the ignition switch to the
“START”position while the engine
is running.
The engine is started in this position. The
starter cranks the engine to start it. When
the key is released (after the engine has
started), the key automatically returns to
the“ON”position.
If the engine does not start with your
registered key, pull out the key once (at
this time, the security indicator light will
blink), reinsert the key in the ignition
switch and then try to start the engine
again.
NOTE
The engine may not start in the follow-
ing cases:
.The key grip is touching another key
or a metallic key holder.
.The key is near another key thatcontains an immobilizer transponder.
.The key is near or touching another
transmitter.
&Key reminder chime
The reminder chime sounds when the
driver’s door opens and the key is in the
“LOCK”or“ACC”positions. The chime
stops when the ignition switch is turned to
the“ON”position or the key is removed
from the ignition switch.
&Ignition switch light
For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illumi-
nates when driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light remains illuminated for approxi-
mately 30 seconds and gradually turns off
under the following conditions.
.When the driver’s door is closed
.When the doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter
The light gradually turns off under the
following conditions.
.When the ignition switch is turned to
the“ON”position
.When the doors are locked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter
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Push-button ignition switch
(models with push-button
start system)
&Safety precautions
Refer to“Safety precautions”F2-10.
&Operating range for push-
button start system
Legacy
1) Antenna
2) Operating range
Outback
1) Antenna
2) Operating range
NOTE
.If the access key is not detected
within the operating range of the an-
tennas inside the vehicle, the push-
button ignition switch and the engine
start cannot be operated.
.Even when the access key is outside
the vehicle, if it is placed too close to
the glass, it may be possible to switch
the power or to start the engine.
.Do not leave the access key in the
following places. It may become im-
possible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start.
–On the instrument panel–On the floor
–Inside the glove box
–Inside the door trim pocket
–On the rear seat
–On the rear shelf (Legacy)
–Inside the trunk (Legacy)
–At the corner of the cargo area
(Outback)
.When operating the push-button
ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key battery is discharged,
perform the procedure described in
“Access key–if access key does not
operate properly”F9-18. In such a
case, replace the battery immediately.
Refer to“Replacing battery of access
key”F11-50.
Instruments and controls/Push–button ignition switch (models with push–button start system)
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