2008 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 254

Starting and operating 7-13 1. Open the driver's door (the driver's door must remain opened throughout the entire process). 2. Insert the key into the vehicle's ignition switch and turn to the "ON" position. 3. Locate the small black programming button behind the fuse box cover, on the driver's side left under the dashboard panel. 4. Press and hold the black programming button for 10 to 15 seconds. The horn will honk and the parking lights will flash three times to indicate that the system has entered programming mode. At this point you can perform either action (Step 5 or Step 6). 5. To program a remote transmitter: press and release the " " button on each transmitter. The horn will honk and the parking lights will flash one time to indicate a successful transmitter learn each time the " " button is pressed. You can program up to eight transmitters. 6. To toggle the Horn Confirmation chirps ON/OFF: press and release the brake to toggle the feature. The horn will chirp and the parking lights will flash one time to indicate Confirmation Horn Chirps are "OFF". The horn will honk and the parking lights will flash 2 times to indicate Confirmation Horn Chirps are "ON". Pressing the brake pedal repeatedly will toggle the feature ON or OFF each time. 7. To exit the remote transmitter and feature programming mode, turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position, remove the key from the ignition switch and test operation of the remote transmitter(s) and horn confirmation feature. & System maintenance ! Changing the remote control batteries The two 3-volt lithium batteries (model CR-1220) supplied in your remote control should last approximately three years, depending on usage. When the batteries begin to weaken, you will notice a decrease in range (distance from the vehicle that your remote control operates). Follow the instructions below to change the remote control batteries. 1. Carefully pry the remote control halves apart using a small flathead screwdriver. - CONTINUED -