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Q: What kind of key does the 2001 Subaru Legacy use?

It uses a remote: a separate key blade for the ignition and door locks, plus a key fob for remote lock and unlock functions. The fob runs on a CR2025 battery and has four buttons. The key blade and the fob work independently, so a dead fob battery doesn't stop the car from starting. If the fob stops working, check the CR2025 first before assuming the remote needs to be reprogrammed or replaced.

Q: Why does the dealer take so long on older Subaru key remotes?

A few reasons stack up. First, older Subaru remotes like the one for the 2001 Legacy are not shelf stock at most dealers anymore. If they don't have it, it gets ordered by VIN and you wait. Second, even when the part arrives, it needs a programming appointment, which is a separate slot on the schedule. Third, if you're towing the car in rather than driving it, you're now coordinating two logistics problems instead of one.

Q: My 2001 Legacy fob stopped working but the key still starts the car fine. What's going on?

Very common with these older remotes. The key blade and the remote functions are separate systems. The fob handles lock, unlock, and the other buttons over a radio signal, but it has nothing to do with starting the car on this generation. A dead CR2025 is the first thing to check. These batteries lose voltage gradually, so the fob might work at close range for a while before it stops responding at all.

Q: Can I program a replacement fob for my 2001 Legacy myself, or do I need a shop?

If you still have a working key and you're just adding or re-syncing a remote, the 2001 Legacy has an onboard programming sequence you can run without any external equipment. It involves the door lock switch and ignition in a specific order. The catch is that the car caps you at four stored remotes total.

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She had a 2001 Subaru Legacy. The fob was the only one on the car, the remote functions were completely dead, and she needed to be back at the house before the parents got home. It was a Wednesday. The dealer told her Friday, possibly longer if the replacement needed to be ordered.

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How long does the Subaru dealer take for a key remote replacement?▼

It varies a lot. If the fob is in stock and you have a working key, some dealers can handle it same day in under an hour. But the 2001 Legacy fob is an older part, and dealers frequently have to order it by VIN, which can push the timeline out by several days. If you're all-keys-lost, expect a longer wait for a programming appointment on top of the parts delay.