Is your 2006 Subaru Forester key fob not working as it should, or did you get a replacement and need to program it? You’re in the right place! Programming your key fob for your 2006 Subaru Forester can often be done right at home, saving you a trip to the dealership. This guide provides you with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions to get your key fob programmed quickly and efficiently.
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Programming Your 2006 Subaru Forester Key Fob: DIY Steps
Follow these instructions carefully to program your 2006 Subaru Forester key fob. Make sure to read each step completely before proceeding.
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Get Inside and Close the Door: Begin by entering your 2006 Subaru Forester and ensuring all doors are fully closed.
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Ignition ON/OFF Cycle: Insert your key into the ignition. Turn the key to the “ON” position and then immediately back to the “OFF” position. Repeat this ON/OFF cycle rapidly 10 times within 15 seconds. If successful, you should hear a beep sound indicating the system is ready for programming. Note: You will not hear a beep if your alarm system is in valet mode.
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Open and Close Driver’s Door: After the ignition cycle, open and then close the driver’s side door. This action will trigger the car alarm, which will sound for approximately 30 seconds.
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Enter the First Digit of Your Remote Code: Locate the 8-digit number associated with your remote. While the alarm is still sounding (you have about 30 seconds), press the “lock” button on your door panel the same number of times as the first digit of your 8-digit remote code. For instance, if the first digit is ‘6’, press the lock button 6 times.
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Confirm Digit Entry with Unlock: After pressing the lock button for the first digit, press the “unlock” button on the door panel once. This signals to the system that you are moving to the next digit of the code.
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Repeat for Remaining Digits: Continue repeating steps 4 and 5 for each of the remaining digits in your 8-digit remote code. Remember to press the “lock” button according to the digit and confirm each digit with a press of the “unlock” button.
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Second Code Entry: After entering all eight digits the first time, the alarm will sound again for about 30 seconds. You will need to re-enter the entire 8-digit code one more time, repeating steps 4 through 6.
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Confirmation: If the second code entry matches the first, the doors should automatically lock and unlock, indicating successful programming of your 2006 Subaru Forester key fob.
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Programming Additional Remotes: If you have more key fobs to program, immediately repeat steps 4 through 10 for each additional remote before moving to the next step.
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Final Step: Once you have programmed all your key fobs, remove the key from the ignition. Test each remote to ensure they are working correctly by locking and unlocking your Subaru Forester.
Troubleshooting & Professional Help
If you encounter difficulties programming your 2006 Subaru Forester key fob, double-check each step and ensure you are following the timing and button presses accurately. If you continue to have trouble, or prefer professional assistance, you can search for a local key fob programming service in your area by entering your city or zip code in online search engines. Many automotive locksmiths or car key programming specialists can assist you.
