2024 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Keyless Entry Control Module: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
  • Side impact sensor (under the rear center seat) for the airbag system is located under the front center of the rear seat cushion. Be careful not to apply strong impact to the sensor when working with the rear seat cushion removed.
  1. Install the keyless entry control module, and connect the connector.
    CAUTION: Do not attach the washer if the keyless entry control module is reinstalled.

    Tightening torque: 

    13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb) 

  2. Install the trim panel assembly rear shelf. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>REAR SHELF TRIM>INSTALLATION .
  3. Install the trim panel assembly C pillar and the trim panel assembly C pillar LWR. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>REAR QUARTER TRIM>INSTALLATION .
  4. Install the backrest assembly and rear seat cushion assembly. Ref. to SEATS>REAR SEAT>INSTALLATION .
  5. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  6. When the keyless entry control module is replaced, register the transmitter ID. (Model with TPMS)

    Ref. to WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM>TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM>OPERATION .

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