Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Keyless Access Outdoor Antenna: Inspection
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Inspection
- Check the setting by performing Keyless access system check using the Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to OPERATION , Keyless Access System Check. >
- Disconnect the Subaru Select Monitor. While bringing the access key, operate the touch sensor on door handle to check if door lock or unlock operates.
- Disconnect the Subaru Select Monitor. While bringing the access key, operate the opener switch on the rear gate and the lock request switch to check if the door lock or lock operates. (OUTBACK model)
- Disconnect the Subaru Select Monitor. While bringing the access key, operate the trunk opener button to check if the trunk is opened. (Sedan model)
- If the system does not operate normally as the result of inspection, refer to "General Diagnostic Table" of the "KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS)" article. < Ref. to KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM , INSPECTION, General Diagnostic Table. >
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.