warning light SUBARU WRX 2016 Owner's Manual

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
! Occupant detection system
The occupant detection system sensor is
installed under the seat upholstery and
monitors the physique and posture of the
front passenger. Using this information,
the occupant detection system determines
whether the front passenger ’ s SRS frontal
airbag should be deployed or not.
ON / : Front passenger ’ s frontal airbag ON
indicator
/ : Front passenger ’ s frontal airbag OFF
indicator
If the front passenger ’ s seat cushion is
wet, this may adversely affect the ability of
the system to determine deployment. If
the seat cushion is wet, the front passen-
ger should stop sitting on the front
passenger ’ s seat. Wipe off liquid from
the seat immediately, let the seat dry naturally and then check the SRS airbag
system warning light as follows.
. If the SRS airbag system warning light
illuminates, keep the seat dry until the
warning light turns off. If the SRS airbag
system warning light stays on even when
the seat has dried, do not allow anyone to
sit on the front passenger ’ s seat and have
the system checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
. If the SRS airbag system warning light
does not illuminate, check that the front
passenger ’ s frontal airbag ON and OFF
indicators work properly. If the indicators
do not work properly, do not allow anyone
to sit on the front passenger ’ s seat and
have the system checked by your
SUBARU dealer.
Also, if luggage or electronic devices are
placed on the front passenger ’ s seat, this
may adversely affect the ability of the
system to determine deployment. This
may prevent the front passenger ’ s frontal
airbag ON and OFF indicators from work-
ing properly. Check that the indicators
work properly.
When the OFF indicator turns off and the
ON indicator illuminates, the front passen-
ger ’ s frontal airbag may deploy during a
collision. Remove luggage and electronic
devices from the front passenger ’ s seat. CAUTIONElectrical devices, such as cell
phones, laptops, portable music
players, or electronic games, espe-
cially when connected to the acces-
sory power outlet and placed on the
front passenger ’ s seat or used by
the person sitting in the front pas-
senger ’ s seat, may affect the opera-
tion of the occupant detection sys-
tem. If the occupant detection sys-
tem warning light illuminates or
operates erratically when using an
electronic device in the vehicle, at
first try to relocate that device to
avoid it creating any interference. If
the device continues to cause inter-
ference, the use of that device in the
vehicle should be discontinued.
NOTE This device complies with Part 18 of
the FCC Rules. This device may cause
interference. If this device causes inter-
ference, consult the nearest SUBARU
dealer. Also, for maintenance of the
system, consult the nearest SUBARU
dealer. This product may cause inter-
ference to radio equipment and should
not be installed near maritime safety1-42

! Examples of the types of acci-
dents in which the SRS side
airbag and SRS curtain airbag
are not designed to deploy in
most cases
1) The vehicle is involved in frontal collision
with another vehicle (moving or station- ary).
2) The vehicle is struck from behind.
3) The vehicle pitches end over end.
In the event of accidents like those
illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS
curtain airbag are not designed to deploy
in most cases.
1) First impact
2) Second impact
A) SRS curtain airbag
B) SRS side airbag
In an accident where the vehicle is struck
from the side more than once, the SRS
side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy
only once on the first impact.
Example: In the case of a double side
impact collision, first with one vehicle and
immediately followed by another from the same direction, once the SRS side airbag
and SRS curtain airbag are activated on
the first impact, they will not be activated
on the second.
& SRS airbag system monitors
A diagnostic system continually monitors
the readiness of the SRS airbag system
(including front seatbelt pretensioners)
while the vehicle is being driven. The
SRS airbag system warning light will show
normal system operation by illuminating
for approximately 6 seconds when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ”
position.
The following components are monitored
by the indicator:
. Front sub sensorSeat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
– Right-hand side
– Left-hand side
. Airbag control module (including im-
pact sensor)
. Frontal airbag module
– Driver ’ s side
– Front passenger ’ s side
. Knee airbag module (driver ’ s side)
. Side airbag sensor
– Center pillar right-hand side
– Center pillar left-hand side
. Front door impact sensor
– Right-hand side
– Left-hand side
. Side airbag module
– Driver ’ s side
– Front passenger ’ s side
. Curtain airbag sensor
– Rear wheel house right-hand side
– Rear wheel house left-hand side
. Curtain airbag module
– Right-hand side
– Left-hand side
. Satellite safing sensor (under the rear
center seat)
. Seatbelt pretensioner
– Driver ’ s side
– Front passenger ’ s side
. Lap belt pretensioner (front passen-
ger ’ s side) . Seatbelt buckle switch (front passen-
ger ’ s side)
. Front passenger ’ s occupant detection
system sensor
. Front passenger ’ s occupant detection
control module
. Front passenger ’ s frontal airbag ON
and OFF indicator
. All related wiring
WARNINGIf the warning light exhibits any of
the following conditions, there may
be a malfunction in the seatbelt
pretensioners and/or SRS airbag
system. Immediately take your vehi-
cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer
to have the system checked. Unless
checked and properly repaired, the
seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS
airbag will not operate properly in
the event of a collision, which may
increase the risk of injury.
. Flashing or flickering of the warn-
ing light
. No illumination of the warning
light when the ignition switch is
first turned to the “ ON ” position
. Continuous illumination of the
warning light . Illumination of the warning light
while driving
& SRS airbag system servicing WARNING. When discarding an airbag mod-
ule or scrapping the entire vehi-
cle damaged by a collision, con-
sult your SUBARU dealer.
. The SRS airbag has no user-
serviceable parts. Do not use
electrical test equipment on any
circuit related to the SRS airbag
system. For required servicing of
the SRS airbag, consult your
nearest SUBARU dealer. Tamper-
ing with or disconnecting the
system ’ s wiring could result in
accidental inflation of the SRS
airbag or could make the system
inoperative, which may result in
serious injury.
CAUTION
If you need service or repair in areas
indicated in the following list, have
the work performed by an author-1-58

Keys ..................................................................... 2-3Key number plate ................................................ 2-3
Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-3Security indicator light ........................................ 2-4
Key replacement ................................................. 2-4
Certification for immobilizer system ..................... 2-4
Door locks ........................................................... 2-5Locking and unlocking from the outside . ............. 2-5
Locking and unlocking from the inside ................ 2-7
Battery drainage prevention function ................... 2-7
Power door locking switches ............................. 2-8Key lock-in prevention function ........................... 2-9
Keyless access with push-button start
system (if equipped) ........................................ 2-9Safety precautions ............................................. 2-10
Locking and unlocking with “ keyless access ”
entry function. .................................................. 2-13
Selecting audible signal operation ...................... 2-16
Warning chimes and warning indicator ............... 2-16
Disabling keyless access function ...................... 2-16
When access key does not operate properly ....... 2-18
Replacing battery of access key ......................... 2-18
Replacing access key ......................................... 2-18
Certification for keyless access with push-button
start system ..................................................... 2-18
PIN Code Access (models with “ keyless
access with push-button start system ” )........ 2-19
Registering a PIN code ....................................... 2-20
Unlocking .......................................................... 2-21
Remote keyless entry system ........................... 2-21
Locking the doors .............................................. 2-22 Unlocking the doors .......................................... 2-22
Opening the trunk lid ......................................... 2-23
Vehicle finder function ....................................... 2-23
Sounding a panic alarm ..................................... 2-23
Selecting audible signal operation (models
without “ keyless access with push-button start
system ” ).......................................................... 2-23
Replacing the battery ......................................... 2-24
Replacing lost transmitters ................................ 2-24
Welcome lighting (if equipped) . .......................... 2-24
Certification for Remote keyless entry
system ............................................................ 2-24
Alarm system ..................................................... 2-25System operation ............................................... 2-26
Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..... 2-26
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm
system ............................................................ 2-26
Arming the system ............................................ 2-27
Disarming the system ........................................ 2-29
Valet mode ........................................................ 2-30
Passive arming (models without “ keyless access
with push-button start system ” ) ....................... 2-30
Tripped sensor identification .............................. 2-31
Shock sensors (dealer option).. .......................... 2-31
Child safety locks .............................................. 2-32
Windows ............................................................. 2-32
Power window operation by driver ..................... 2-33
Power window operation by passengers ............. 2-35
Initialization of power window .. .......................... 2-36
Trunk lid ............................................................. 2-36
To open and close the trunk lid from outside . ..... 2-36Keys and doors 2

Keys and doors/Immobilizer
“ Ignition switch (models without push-
button start system) ” F 3-4.
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.
. Donotmodifyorremovethe
system. If modified or removed,
the proper operation of the sys-
tem cannot be guaranteed.
NOTE . To protect your vehicle from theft,
please pay close attention to the fol-
lowing security precautions:
– Never leave your vehicle unat-
tended with its keys inside.
– Before leaving your vehicle,
close all windows and the moon-
roof, 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 light Refer to “ Security indicator light ” F 3-33.
& Key replacement Your 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 as follows.
. Four (models without “ keyless access
with push-button start system ” )
. Seven (models with “ keyless access
with push-button start system ” )
One key that has already been registered
is required in order to register a new key.
If you lose a key, the lost key ’ s ID code still
remains in the memory of the vehicle ’ 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
system For models with “ keyless access with
push-button start system ” :
Refer to “ Certification for keyless access
with push-button start system ” F 2-18.
For models without “ keyless access
with push-button start system ” :
! U.S.-spec. models
FCC ID: MOZRI-38BFH
CAUTIONFCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user ’ s authority to operate the
equipment.
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.2-4

Locking using power door locking switch
1) Press the front side (lock side) of the
power door locking switch.
2) Close the door.
In this case, all closed doors are locked at
the same time.
Always make sure that all doors and the
trunk lid are locked before leaving your
vehicle.
NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key
inside the vehicle when locking the
doors from the outside without the key. & Locking and unlocking from
the inside
1) Unlock
2) Lock
To lock the door from the inside, rotate the
lock lever forward. To unlock the door from
the inside, rotate the lock lever rearward.
The red mark on the lock lever appears
when the door is unlocked.
Pull the inside door handle to open an
unlocked door.
Always make sure that all doors and the
trunk lid are closed before starting to drive. WARNINGKeep all doors locked when you
drive, especially when small chil-
dren are in your vehicle.
Along with the proper use of seat-
belts and child restraints, locking
the doors reduces the chance of
being thrown out of the vehicle in an
accident.
It also helps prevent passengers
from falling out by preventing a door
from being accidentally opened, and
intruders from unexpectedly open-
ing doors and entering your vehicle.
& Battery drainage prevention
function If a door is not completely closed, the
interior lights will remain illuminated as a
result. However, several lights will be
automatically turned off by the battery
drainage prevention function to prevent
the battery from discharging. The following
interior lights will be affected by this
function. Keys and doors/Door locks
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NOTE If the interval between the first and
second presses of the unlock/disarm
button (for unlocking of all of the
doors) is extremely short, the system
may not respond.
& Opening the trunk lid The trunk lid opens when the “ ” button
is pressed continuously for at least 2
seconds. An electronic chirp will sound
twice and the turn signal lights will flash
twice.
& Vehicle finder function Use 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
lock/arm 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.
NOTE If the interval between presses is too
short when you press the lock/arm
button three times, the system may
not respond to the signals from the
access key/remote transmitter. & Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm, press the “ PANIC ”
button once.
The horn will sound and the hazard
warning flashers will flash.
To deactivate the panic alarm, press any
button on the access key/remote transmit-
ter. Unless a button on the access key/
remote transmitter is pressed, the alarm
will be deactivated after approximately 30
seconds.
& Selecting audible signal op-
eration (models without
“ keyless access with push-
button start system ” )Using an electronic chirp, the system will
give you an audible signal when the doors
lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn
the audible signal off.
Perform the following steps to deactivate
the audible signal. You can also use the
same steps to restore the function.
1. Sit in the driver ’ s seat and shut all
doors and the trunk. 2. Hold down the REAR (UNLOCK) side
of the power door locking switch.
3. While holding down the REAR (UN-
LOCK) side of the power door locking
switch, pull the key out and re-insert it into
the ignition switch at least 6 times within
10 seconds after Step 2.
4. Open and close the driver ’ s door once
within 10 seconds after Step 3.
5. The hazard warning flashers flash 3
times to indicate completion of the setting.
You may have the above settings done by
your SUBARU dealer. Also, the setting
can be changed using the multi function
display. For details, refer to “ Keyless
buzzer volume setting ” F 3-84.
You may also change the volume of the
audible signal by operating the multi Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system
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Keys and doors/Alarm system
& System operationThe alarm system will give the following
alarms when triggered.
. The vehicle ’ s horn will sound for 30
seconds.
. The hazard warning flashers will flash
for 30 seconds.
If any of the doors or the trunk lid remains
open after the 30-second period, the horn
will continue to sound for a maximum of 3
minutes. If the door or the trunk lid is
closed while the horn is sounding, the
horn will stop sounding with a delay of up
to 30 seconds.
The alarm is triggered by:
. Opening any of the doors or the trunk
lid
. Physical impact to the vehicle, such as
forced entry (only models with shock
sensors (dealer option))
NOTE The alarm system can be set to trigger
the illumination of the following interior
lights.
. Map lights (for models with moon-
roof)
. Dome light (illuminates only when
the dome light switch is in the “ DOOR ”
position) The notifications regarding the map
lights (for models with moonroof) and
dome light are deactivated as the
factory setting. A SUBARU dealer can
activate the system. Contact your
SUBARU dealer for details.
& Activating and deactivating
the alarm system To change the setting of your vehicle ’ s
alarm system for activation or deactiva-
tion, do the following.
1. Disarm the alarm system. Refer to
“ Disarming the system ” F 2-29.
2. Sit in the driver ’ s seat and shut all
doors and the trunk lid.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ ON ”
position.
4. Hold down the REAR (UNLOCK) side
of the driver ’ s power door locking switch,
open the driver ’ s door within the following
1 second, and wait 10 seconds without
releasing the switch. The setting will then
be changed as follows.
If the system was previously activated:
The odometer/trip meter screen displays
“ AL OF ” and the horn sounds twice,
indicating that the system is now deacti-
vated. If the system was previously deacti-
vated:
The odometer/trip meter screen displays
“ AL ON ” and the horn sounds once,
indicating that the system is now acti-
vated.
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 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.2-26

& 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 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 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.
. If you open the trunk using the
remote transmitter ’ 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 this
period.
. 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 trunk lid)
are unlocked using the access key/
remote transmitter.
– Doors (including the trunk lid)
are unlocked using the keyless
access function (models with “ key-
less access with push-button start
system ” ).
– Any door (including the 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 ”
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 trunk lid.
Access key
1) Arm button: Press to arm the system
2) Disarm button: Press to disarm the
systemKeys and doors/Alarm system
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Keys and doors/Alarm system
Transmitter
1) Arm button: Press to arm the system
2) Disarm button: Press to disarm the
system
6. Briefly press the arm button (for less
than 2 seconds). All doors 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 indicator light
will then flash slowly (twice approximately
every 2 seconds), indicating that the
system has been armed for surveillance.
! To arm the system using power
door locking switches
1. Close all windows.
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 ”
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 the doors and the trunk lid 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
indicator light will then flash slowly (twice
approximately every 2 seconds), indicat-
ing that the system has been armed for
surveillance.2-28