Subaru Forester: Key reminder chime - Ignition switch - Keys and doors - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Key reminder chime

The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened and the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position.

The chime stops under the following conditions.

- when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
- when the key is removed from the ignition switch
- when the driver’s door is closed

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