Impact Sensitivity Test

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Impact Sensitivity Test
  1. Remove key from ignition switch.
  2. Close all windows.
  3. Close all doors and rear gate.
  4. Cover the hood with a blanket.
  5. Press the LOCK/ARM button of the transmitter.
  6. Confirm that the security indicator light blinks every 2 seconds.
  7. Hit the center of the windshield with your palm. See Fig 1 . Make sure the alarm operates. If no good, adjust the impact sensitivity. See SECURITY CONTROL MODULE (IMPACT SENSITIVITY)Β  under ADJUSTMENTS.
Fig 1: Testing Security Control Module's Impact Sensitivity
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