36 replies to this topic

[Jovi]

Unfortunately most people wont post the correct way of getting around the code - I personally have forgotten. It is a security feature, but works so well it stops the owner from using the car lol.

Yeah it works so well that it can be taken out in 3 min flat and forget keypad...I've got the correct way of doing it somewhere but i haven't had brant in my cars for a few years now, only the siren part i have...I'll see if i can dig it up and ill pm it to ya...

[migoreng]

Ok. i got valet mode working. I think I have 7 starts left. Cheers.

[migoreng]

So do i just drive to a Subaru service centre and they'll help me set a new pin number?

[skillionaire]

Hi,

While I understand some people's frustration that we don't let the disarm instructions to be posted - I think we can all agree that there is a strong reason behind it.

I hope you get it sorted ASAP mate.


When you bought the car, did you alert Subaru Of Australia that you are the new owner? When my B4 ran out of battery at a local mechanic (they left the door ajar and the window down....) - I told the mech. to call SoA to get a code for it as my user code no longer worked. SoA alerted the police that the car was stolen as I hadn't informed them of my purchase. This is going back a few years, but my lord, it was the mother of all annoyances!

To this day it still shows up on my record that I was investigated over vehicle theft.


Cheers,
Nik

[nickknack]

Haha what a joke. I have had my keypad disconnected. I still have an alarm which is reassuring, and keeps the insurance happy, but without any of this 'ing around with pin codes! I recommend everybody with a brandt do this!

[allpaw4]

I have done a fair few mods to my B4, including a new engine package to single turbo. To this day, the single best mod I have done is have that stupid damn alarm removed and replaced with something else.

They are the spawn of the devil. Great alarm, but a little too good at keeping people (namely the owner) out.

[migoreng]

So taking out the battery locks the alarm system?

So what if my battery dies later on? Gotta contact subaru again for a reset? Lol

As far as I know, the battery is 2 years old. I usually change every 3 years or so.

Im going to call Subaru Australia and transfer the ownership to my name.

[allpaw4]

You got it. Alarm modules loose power = loss of memory = need master code.
Try living 600km from the closest dealership. I had 4 hours of phone calls that started to get abusive before they finally caved and gave it to me.

[skillionaire]

Hi,

Try living 600km from the closest dealership. I had 4 hours of phone calls that started to get abusive before they finally caved and gave it to me.

Haha! Bingo! Though mine went for a week or so. Mechanic was pissed too as it was in the middle of the workshop!

Cheers,
Nik

[migoreng]

Called Suburu Australia. A lady gave me a series of numbers to fix the problem.

[Zac]

Called Suburu Australia. A lady gave me a series to numbers to fix the problem.

Good stuff man, glad you got it sorted

[skillionaire]

Hi,

Good stuff mate, glad it's all sorted.

I'd still advise you rip it out... because it's not really a matter of IF it plays up again.... just WHEN!

Cheers,
Nik

[Cam.]

Get a autowatch alarm. Perfect replacement for the devil system.

[allpaw4]

Take note of the one that fixes it. Dont write it down. And book it in to have a new system fitted. I also recommend autowatch. And yes, it will happen again, so get it sorted quick smart.

Yep, I threatened to put the towing bill onto them if they didnt give me the code. Which from my place would have been a nice bill. Thats what made them cave in the end. I did have to sign into a years worth of the RAA equivelant with subaru before they would help though.

I'll bet he was spewing at them!

[migoreng]

I called some dealers. They all wanted 70 to $200+

Ummm..

[allpaw4]

ring sydney (subaru Aust head office) and get the subaru assured roadside assist thing, then once you have paid the 70 bucks or so, get them to help. That way it costs you 70 or 80 bucks now, but if it happens in the next twelve months, its free. That gives you enough time to get the alarm changed.

If you sign into that, and they still wont help, tell them you want your money back.

[migoreng]

All sorted out yesterday. I called dealers and was surprised about the prices. called Subaru Australia and the lady was happy to help for free. lol.