2012 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 175

Keys and doors 2-7 NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the doors from the outside using the power door locking switches. NOTE When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors. Remote keyless entry system CAUTION . Do not expose the remote transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. . Do not take the remote transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. . Do not get the remote transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately. . When you carry the remote transmitter on an airplane, do not press the button of the remote transmitter while in the airplane. When any button of the remote transmitter is pressed, radio waves are sent and may affect the operation of the airplane. When you carry the remote transmitter in a bag on an airplane, take measures to prevent the buttons of the remote transmitter from being pressed. . FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party - CONTINUED - & Key lock-in prevention function When the key is still in the ignition switch, even if the front side of the power door locking switch is pressed and then the driver 's door is closed, the doors will not be locked to prevent the key from being locked in the vehicle (Key lock-in prevention function). In the following cases, however, the key may be locked in the vehicle. Be sure to bring the key with you when getting out of the vehicle. . If the driver 's door is locked by turning the lock lever to the rear ("LOCK") position and closing the door . If the spare key is used to lock the driver 's door from the outside of the vehicle The setting (operational/non-operational) of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for details.