2007 Subaru Forester

2007 Subaru Forester Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions

Important Notes: You can program up to four remote key fobs during a single session. If your vehicle is equipped with an alarm system, disable it before beginning. You’ll need the 8-digit ID code for each remote. This code is typically printed on the packaging for new remotes or inside the remote case for used ones.

Step-by-Step Programming Instructions:

  • Step 1: Open the driver’s door, sit in the driver’s seat, and close the door behind you. Ensure all other doors and the liftgate are closed.
  • Step 2: Within 15 seconds, insert the key into the ignition and turn it from the LOCK to the ON position, then back to LOCK, a total of 10 times quickly. Do not start the engine. After the 10th cycle, a single chime will sound to indicate that the system has entered programming mode. A continuous chime and flashing interior light will follow, signaling that the system is ready to receive the remote’s ID code. If a mistake occurs, the chime will stop and the interior light will turn off. Close the door and restart the process from Step 1.
  • Step 3: Within 45 seconds of entering programming mode, open and close the driver’s door once. The continuous chime will resume, prompting you to begin entering the ID code.
  • Step 4: To enter the first digit of the 8-digit ID code, press the LOCK button on the driver’s door panel the same number of times as the first digit.
  • Step 5: Press the UNLOCK button on the door panel to confirm the digit and move to the next.
  • Step 6: Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to enter the remaining digits, working from left to right across the entire 8-digit code.
  • Step 7: After entering all eight digits, repeat the entire code entry process a second time to confirm.
  • Step 8: Once the code has been entered correctly twice, a confirmation chime will sound, indicating successful programming.
  • Step 9: To program additional remotes, repeat the ID code entry steps (Steps 4–8) for each additional remote.
  • Step 10: When finished, test each remote to ensure that all locking, unlocking, and alarm functions operate as expected.