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How to Programming a Subaru Key Fob at Home

The key fob to be programmed by an auto locksmith or a Subaru dealer, based on how old your Subaru is. This is accomplished by connecting a computer-based programming machine to your car.

To program your Subaru car, you must open the driver's door by pressing the door button, and then close it. You will hear the chime and see the dome lights blink in the instrument panel.

Step 1: Locate the circuit board on your transmitter

There are various ways to program your key fob. First, you must determine the kind of key fob you own. This can be done by looking at the shape of the key fob or by listening to your car's sound.

Once you have the details, you can begin the process of programming your keyfob from home. You'll need an flathead and a steel key to complete this. The key fob case can be opened by twisting it. Push the key's metal part into the case and let go of the battery by pressing the tabs that hold it in place. Replace the battery with a new one and then put the key fob case back together.

Step 2: Remove the key fob case

It is recommended to replace the battery of key fobs if they're not functioning. However, there are situations in which the buttons inside the key fob may be damaged. If you notice that the buttons' contacts made of metal have become loose You can try the process of re-soldering them in order to make them function again.

Make sure you turn off your ignition and close your doors before you begin. You can do this by closing the driver's door and pressing your door button ten times in rapid succession. You should then hear the instrument panel chime and the dome lights will light up. This indicates you're now ready to move on.

Step 3: Insert the fob of the key into the ignition

Many online articles will explain how to program your new or replacement Subaru keyfob at home. However, the majority of them do not give specific instructions. Reprogramming an electronic lock is best done by an experienced auto dealer in Fort Bliss or a locksmith.

Sit in the driver's seat of your Subaru with the engine turned off and all doors closed. Use the door button control and use it to unlock all doors. Close and open the driver's door 2 times. Then insert and remove the key from the ignition switch (don't turn it) 10 times in 40 seconds. The system will sound a chirp when the settings are altered.

Step 4: Turn on the ignition

Before you begin this process of key fob programming, it is crucial to know that this method works only when you have a working key already. If you don't then a dealer or auto-locksmith will have to program a key for your Subaru Fort Bliss.

Once your key is programmed you should be able start your car within five seconds. Start by closing all doors, then turning off the engine. Assume a seat in the driver's chair and open all doors by pressing the door button. Insert the key in the ignition and then turn it to the first position. The electrical systems will be activated but the engine will remain in neutral. Repeat this procedure 10 times.

Step 5: Unlock the driver's Door

Subaru offers a variety of high-end automobiles equipped with key fobs that lock and unlock doors, turn on the engine, and defrost windows. These gadgets can sometimes stop working.

Contact a locksmith or dealer to fix the issue. This will solve the issue and ensure that your vehicle is secure.

First, open and close the door to the driver's side. Put the key in the ignition, and turn it until it is in position 1. Then, reverse it to the off position. Repeat this 10 times in the row as fast as you can. After the tenth repetition you should hear an audible chime.

Step 6 6. Press the Lock/Unlock Buttom on the Driver's Door

The process to replace the battery inside a Subaru remote key fob is a breeze. Remove the fob's exterior case. Use a flathead to pry the inside of the case and remove the batteries that were in there.

After taking out the old battery, put in the new one and close the case. Assume a seat in the driver's chair and open all doors using the door-button control. Put the key in the ignition and turn the key to ensure that the electrical system is on, however the engine remains off. Repeat this ten times in succession until you hear the chime on the instrument panel. This will turn the system into programming mode.

Step 7 Step 7: Press the Lock/Unlock Button on the Passenger's Door

For some owners, the annoying chirp heard when locking and unlocking the Subaru key fob from outside the vehicle may become distracting. In some cases the chirp may be canceled by opening and closing the doors as well as a double-click of the lock button on the key fob.

Switch off the ignition and shut all doors as well as the lid for the fuel-filler. Press and hold the lock side of the key fob's lock button for 10 seconds. The instrument panel emits a chime once this is achieved. The chime indicates that the door and fuel-filler lid are locked. It is possible to change the setting to make the doors lock automatically and without having to push a switch.

Step 8 Step 8: Enter the 8 Digit Transmitter Number.

Write down  G28  of 8-digits, and keep it in your wallet. Then, sit in the driver's chair, close the doors and turn the key in the first position. After 10 turns, your panel should chime once.

Then, open the key fob case and look for the circuit board that controls the transmitter. There should be two or three sets of numbers (8-digits) on the circuit board. Note the sequence that starts with the first number, and follow the directions in this guide to register the code in the system of your vehicle. This may require visiting the dealer for older models.