Is your 2007 Subaru Impreza key fob no longer working, or did you get a replacement that needs programming? Don’t worry, programming your key fob for your Subaru Impreza can often be done right at home without a trip to the dealership. This guide provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions to get your key fob working with your vehicle again.
Before you begin, it’s important to understand that this programming procedure is specifically for the 2007 Subaru Impreza and may not work for other models or years. Ensure you have all the key fobs you wish to program for your vehicle present during this process, as you can program up to four fobs in total.
To start the programming, you’ll need to locate the identification number inside your key fob remote. Carefully open the key fob case. Use a small screwdriver to gently split the two halves of the remote casing. Inside, on the circuit board, you will find a sticker with an 8-digit identification number. If there are two rows of numbers, use the row that consists only of numbers, without any letters. This 8-digit code is crucial for the programming sequence.
Now that you have the identification number, you are ready to program your 2007 Subaru Impreza key fob. Follow these steps precisely:
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Get Inside and Close Up: Enter your Subaru Impreza and ensure all doors are completely closed, including the rear gate or trunk lid.
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Driver’s Door Dance – Part 1: Open and then close the driver’s side door.
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Driver’s Door Dance – Part 2: Within 45 seconds of the previous step, open and close the driver’s door again.
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Ignition Cycling: This is a crucial step. Cycle the ignition key from the ‘LOCK’ position to the ‘ON’ position 10 times rapidly within a 15-second timeframe. If performed correctly, you will hear an audible tone and a buzzing sound. Simultaneously, the interior lights will start flashing. These signals indicate that your Impreza has entered programming mode. If you do not get this response, you will need to go back to step 2 and repeat the process.
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Door Confirmation: Open and close the driver’s door one more time within 15 seconds. You should hear another audible tone, confirming the system is still in programming mode and ready for the next input. If you miss this tone, return to step 2 and start over.
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Entering the ID Number – The First Digit: While you can still hear the tone, use the power LOCK button on the driver’s door panel to input the first digit of your 8-digit identification number. For example, if the first digit is ‘2’, press the LOCK button twice. If it’s ‘8’, press it eight times. After entering the sequence for the first digit, press the UNLOCK button once within five seconds.
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Entering the ID Number – Remaining Digits: Repeat step 6 for the remaining seven digits of your identification number. Remember to press the UNLOCK button once within five seconds after entering each digit’s sequence using the LOCK button.
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Confirmation and Repetition: After you have entered all eight digits, press the UNLOCK button one last time within 5 seconds. Then, immediately repeat step 6 one more time, entering all eight digits again, followed by pressing UNLOCK after each digit and at the end of the entire 8-digit sequence. Upon completion of this second full entry of the eighth digit, you should hear a prolonged audible tone, lasting for approximately 30 seconds.
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Programming Additional Remotes: If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat steps 4 through 7 for each of them while the system is still in programming mode (indicated by the tone and flashing lights).
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Final Test: Once you have programmed all your key fobs, turn off the ignition and remove the key. Test each key fob to ensure they are successfully programmed and are able to lock and unlock your 2007 Subaru Impreza.
If you encounter difficulties during this programming process, or if you prefer to have a professional handle it, you can search for a qualified key fob installer in your local area. Simply enter your city name or zip code online to find a professional who can assist you with your 2007 Subaru Impreza Key Fob Programming needs.
