Key fob not working after disconnecting the battery?

Tiny
JOHNSK62
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  • 2014 SUBARU FORESTER
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  • 4 CYL
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  • 192,000 MILES
After disconnecting the battery my key fob is not working, and my tire light is on.
Sunday, June 15th, 2025 AT 6:55 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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So what sometimes happens is the connection at the battery can cause a voltage surge which can distract the protocol for the CAN bus system. I would do a hard system reboot to restart the systems from scratch. This guide can show you how:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/step-by-step-guide-performing-a-hard-system-reboot-for-your-vehicles-electronics-systems

Please go over this guide and get back to us.
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Monday, June 16th, 2025 AT 10:27 AM
Tiny
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Hi Ken L.I tried all 3 methods and nothing. I have a 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5l. Thanks.
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Monday, June 16th, 2025 AT 6:54 PM
Tiny
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Okay, lets check the fuse #4 and #15 in the fuse panel. Here is a guide to help you and the fuse locations in the image below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 AT 6:46 AM
Tiny
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Both fuses are good.
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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 AT 6:13 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Okay, then it looks like the TPMS and keyless entry control module is out, here is the location so you can check it out. A CAN scan should help confirm it. It looks like it will need to be programmed in. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Thursday, June 19th, 2025 AT 9:43 AM

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