--- title: "2010-2014 Subaru Outback Key Fob Battery" description: "The 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob takes a CR1620 (exposed-blade flip key with integrated remote) coin cell. How to open the fob without breaking it, and which substitutions actually work." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/key-fob-battery" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2010-2014 Subaru Outback Key Fob Battery Type and Replacement The 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob takes a CR1620 (exposed-blade flip key with integrated remote) coin cell. How to open the fob without breaking it, and which substitutions actually work. **Quick answer**: The 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob takes a CR1620 (exposed-blade flip key with integrated remote) coin-cell battery, available at any pharmacy, hardware store, or online for a few dollars. ## Replacing the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob battery - Pry the fob open gently at the seam with a small flathead screwdriver or a coin, working around the edge. Many fobs have a hidden release slot near the key ring or emergency-key blade. - Note the battery orientation (usually positive side up) before removing the old cell. - Avoid touching the new battery's faces with bare fingers; skin oils can shorten its life. - If the fob doesn't work after replacement, check that the battery is seated fully and the contacts weren't bent. Most vehicles do not need re-pairing after a battery change. ## Which Subaru Outback model years does this cover? These key fob battery specifications apply to every Subaru Outback built from 2010 through 2014, the BR (4th generation), mid-size wagon/crossover. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2010 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010) - [2011 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2011) - [2012 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2012) - [2013 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2013) - [2014 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2014) ## What changed during the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2010-2012 | Generation launch; pre-facelift styling, slightly taller ride height than later years | | 2011 | Minor changes following the 2010 redesign: XM satellite radio becomes standard and the power liftgate feature expands to more trims | | 2012 | Premium trim gains a new standard six-speaker stereo along with standard Bluetooth and USB connectivity | | 2013-2014 | Minor facelift: revised front/rear fascias, updated infotainment options; mechanical specs carry over | ## 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob battery: common questions ### What battery does the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob take? A single CR1620 (exposed-blade flip key with integrated remote) coin cell. ### Can you use a CR2032 instead of a CR2025 in a 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob? This fob takes a CR1620 (exposed-blade flip key with integrated remote), so start there. The two cells share a 20 mm diameter but differ in thickness, and the thicker one does not always seat in a housing built for the thinner. ### How do you open a 2010-2014 Subaru Outback key fob? Slide out the mechanical emergency key first, which usually releases a catch, then part the halves with a plastic pry tool or a coin wrapped in tape. A screwdriver will mark the case and can crack the seam. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Subaru Outback generations (BR)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Outback) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Outback 2.5L FB25 oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/subaru/outback/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-fb25-5/) - [Subaru Outback Forums, real oil capacity of EZ36 in 3.6R](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/real-oil-capacity-of-ez36d-engine-in-3-6r-ob.48513/) - [Subaru Outback Forums, CVT in the 3.6 (5AT vs CVT by year)](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/cvt-in-the-3-6.513017/) - [NHTSA, 2013V194000 steering column recall bulletin (WQI-45)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/MC-10234893-9999.pdf) - [NHTSA, 18V626 electronic parking brake actuator recall (WTV-81)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCRIT-18V626-0981.pdf) - [Class Law Group, Subaru oil consumption class action settlement summary](https://www.classlawgroup.com/subaru-oil-consumption-class-action-lawsuit) - [Subaru Outback Forums, 2011 Premium tire size (225/60R17)](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/tire-size.83410/) - [Conley Subaru, Outback lug nut torque by model year](https://www.conleysubaru.com/subaru-research/subaru-outback-lug-nut-torque/) - [samarins.com, 2010-2014 Subaru Outback common problems](https://www.samarins.com/reviews/outback_10.html) ## Other Subaru Outback generations - [2020-2025 Subaru Outback key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2020-2025/key-fob-battery) - [2015-2019 Subaru Outback key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2015-2019/key-fob-battery) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/key-fob-battery). ## More for the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/oil-reset) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.