Subaru Forester key replacement and programming
Forester is Subaru’s compact SUV. Keyless Access spread from upper trims as the generations changed.
Forester key systems by model year
Year ranges follow Forester generations and are approximate. Trim, build date and factory options can change the system within a year, so we confirm it from your VIN before dispatch.
- Photo pending1998–2008
Mechanical keys and separate remotes
Metal key; immobilizer key on later SUVs.
- Photo pending2009–2013
Transponder immobilizer keys
Immobilizer key; remote-head key on later SUVs.
- Photo pending2014–2018
Remote-head keys
Remote-head key on many trims; Keyless Access on upper trims.
- Photo pending2019–present
Keyless Access with push-button start
Keyless Access on many trims.
Lost every Forester key?
If no working key remains, we can program a new key to many Subaru vehicles at the car. Some newer Keyless Access vehicles may need dealer involvement, which we confirm from your VIN before dispatch.
What to send for a Forester key quote
- Model year, from the registration or title
- Turn-key ignition or push-button start
- Whether any working key remains
- A photo of the key or ignition, if you have one
Our mobile techs handle Forester keys at the vehicle across Burbank and Sunland. Sunland service area
Important compatibility notice — final key compatibility must be confirmed
The key images, vehicle models, and year ranges shown on this page are provided as a general identification guide and may not apply to every vehicle. The manufacturer may use different key systems within the same model year depending on trim level, production date, manufacturing location, ignition type, and factory equipment. Final compatibility must be confirmed using the vehicle’s VIN, ignition type, existing key or fob, and vehicle information before service. The images are representative examples and do not guarantee an exact visual match.
A current registration or title and matching government-issued photo identification must be verified before automotive key, lock, or immobilizer service is performed.