I've watched several videos on how to use the Pin Code Access but this is BY FAR the best!

Great demo! For Australian model Subaru's with the fob, you still cannot lock the key inside the car after you have disabled the proximity sensor by just closing the door after manually locking it from the inside. Attempting to do so will still unlock the door again as soon as you close the door, but this is not fob detection - this is standard mechanical door behaviour in Australia going back decades to prevent you locking your keys in accidentally. To lock the key in the car after enabling your PIN, you must manually flip the lock inside, then close the door whilst holding the door handle out in the open position, THEN the car will keep the door locked. Additionally, if you don't want to disable the proximity function outright, but still want to lock your key in the car, just put the fob to sleep by holding down the lock button on the fob and then tap the unlock button (Subaru logo) once and let go of all buttons. The red light on the fob will flash four times to indicate that it has gone to sleep (proximity and car start functions won't work now). You can then lock it in the car without disabling proximity mode outright (but obviously remember to set your PIN first!!). Wake the fob up by pressing any button again. Note that the fob enters a sleep state anyway if it hasn't been used to unlock your car for more than two weeks (try proximity unlocking your car using your spare key without pressing any buttons on it - it won't unlock - then press a button on the fob to wake it up, and try unlocking again to see for yourself).

Better explanation than the book for 2018. Thanks

My dealership (Subaru Colfax Denver) had no idea this was a thing first time I asked about it. Next time I brought it up they said it would cost me hundreds of dollars to do for me. Thanks for the video!

Works great thanks. You don't have to redo steps once the code had been set. I love this feature.

I've owned a push-button 2017 Forester since late 2016 and I can't believe I just learned this was a thing. Also, super strange that I randomly learned it from a video posted by a dealership that is, like, a mile away form me.

This was a perfect video! Excellent explanation of setting the code *and* using the code!

Thank you for helping the community, it works on my 20my STI, the manual is very confusing!

Awesome, thanks for the video! Worked perfectly on my OB 18.

Excellent, thank you for doing this. Could not get it to work on our Ascent while following the manual. This works.

Great explanation. New to the Forester family.

Worked on my 2021 Legacy! Thank You!

Thanks for the video as it appears this method changed on the 2017 models forward. This was far better than trying to understand the manual on how to set the PIN Code. It's too confusing. 🙄

excellent video, no B.S.

Excellent video Jeremiah!

Thanks. The 2019 manual tells you to "Perform step 5 again..." However, there are two step 5's!

Thanks for this. Manual has the cart before the horse!

Also works on 2018. Thanks!

Fantastic, Thanks for the simple explanation!

Thanks 😊

So good. ..

Can you adjust the "beep" volume louder to hear while entering PIN? I am frequently in places where it is loud and I can't hear the beeps.

That button is also on the 21 Impreza.

Can I program the rimont key that by myself or do I need to cam tho the deal t. Roni

Just got a great 2021 Forester. I attempted to set the pin code access on the gate before seeing this video and really managed to screw things up. I now can only get through the initial step of hold the lock button on the fob and the trunk lock button. It chirps but when I hold down thefob’s Subaru (unlock) button nothing happens. I called the local dealer and they said I’d have to bring it in to be reset. Is this true? I hope not!

Does this work for 2013 Outback with push button start?

So if I go through these steps and keep the fob disabled, does this mean that I can longer unlock the car with my key in pocket and touching the door handle? I frequently run and would love to not carry the fob, but I don't want to re-enable and disable every time.

Does this process work on a 15 legacy? Also. I misplaced one of the key fob. I found a few used on flea bay. Am I able to program the fob from home or do I need dealer or locksmith? Thanks

Very interesting, didn’t know you could do that but I’m curious in what situations would you want to do this?

thank you... good explanation!

Best instruction on KZfaq. Unfortunately, my 2020 Outback doesn't respond to step one. Push and hold lock while pushing and holding the right rear button. Nothing happens, even giving it extended time to respond. Why?

Sir, how can I know what battery type that car has?

can you enable the pin without disabling the key fobs proximity rule? this seems super helpful if i were to lose my keys and need a way in my car

My 18 Forester only has hatch button no button to the side. Does it mean I do not have this feature or do you use hatch button as stated for the Legacy?

Can you lock the car with the pin code as well or you still have to go to the driver's side door to lock it again?

I tried this on 2017 outback and when I go to put in code the hatch keeps opening. Why is that happening? It won't let me set pin code. Thanks

Is that the same step to Promgram a new key fob to start the car?

This would have been a good opportunity to show how to start the car with the proxy sensor disabled and/or when the fobs battery is dead.

Can I program the cute like that by myself or do I need to cam tho the deal t. Roni

Can it be a 4 digit code or does it have to be 5 digits ?

do they have that to the xv

Hi Dear, does it works with Legacy 2.5 GT 2010? Do you know if this procedure also programs a new key? Thanks a lot. Best regards, Hercules

How do you reset the pin code if you entered it wrong and now don't remember the code?

Can you use the number “0” in the code?

did you start the car with the pin code as well?

Does this work on a ‘15 OB Premium trim? I don’t have a keyless fob

Where do you get the pin code?

Owners who have used this feature...what were the circumstances?

I followed every step... Pin was established. Keyless deactivated. Then key left in car, and flicked the lock tab on the driver's door, then door closed. But the car didn't lock. What have I missed? 2016 Forester iP

How do I add a 0 into the code?

way too complicated