Subaru Outback (BR): Service mode
In service mode, the remote engine start function is temporarily disabled to prevent the system from unexpectedly starting the engine while being serviced.
To engage or disengage service mode:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle doors and the trunk/rear gate.
2. Verify that the select lever is in the “P” position (AT and CVT models)
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position
5. Press and release the remote engine start transmitter “
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button three times. The system will honk the vehicle’s horn each time the button
is pressed.
6. The system will pause for 1 second then honk the vehicle’s horn three times to indicate that the service mode has been engaged or honk one time to indicate that the service mode has been disengaged.
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 start system.
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Remote transmitter program
New transmitters can be programmed to the remote engine start system in the event
that a transmitter is lost, stolen, damaged or additional transmitters are desired
(the system will accept up to e
System maintenance
NOTE
In the event that the vehicle’s battery is replaced, discharged or disconnected,
it will be necessary to start the vehicle a minimum of one time using the key prior
to activating the remot
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 remote
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Throttle Body
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the cover (A) and clip (B) from air intake
boot assembly.
3) Loosen the clamp (A) which connects the air intake
boot assembly and air cleaner case.
4) Loosen the clamp (B) which connects the air intake
boot assembly and throttle bo
Washing the underbody
Chemicals, salts and gravel used for deicing road surfaces are extremely corrosive,
accelerating the corrosion of underbody components, such as the exhaust system,
fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and fenders, and suspension. Thoroughly
flush the underbody and inside of the fender
