B0105moderate severityBody
Immobilizer Key Count Exceeded
on 2010 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD
What this code means
The maximum number of keys programmed to the immobilizer system has been exceeded or the key count is invalid.
Symptoms
- Cannot program additional keys
- Security light on
- Key programming procedure fails
Common causes
- All key slots used
- Immobilizer memory error
- Unauthorized key programming attempt detected
- Module requires reset
Diagnostic steps
- Check number of keys programmed
- Attempt key count reset procedure
- Scan immobilizer for stored key data
- Verify key programming with dealer tool
Repair notes
Use dealer tool to reset key count and reprogram all valid keys.
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B0002
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B0003
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B0004
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B0005
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B0006
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B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
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B0011
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