230 5-2. Driving procedures
■ If the EV system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.( �P. 65) Contact your SUBARU dealer.
●The charging cable may be connected to the vehicle.( �P. 92)
●If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.
●The Smart key system may not be operating properly.( �P. 643)
●If the door is unlocked with the mechanical key, the EV system cannot be started using the smart key system. Refer to P. 643 to start
the EV system. However, if the electronic key is carried inside the vehicle and the doors are locked
( �P. 162), the EV system can be started.
■ When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving conditions
●When starting the EV system, the
flashing time of the“ READY” indicator may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the“ READY”
indicator is steady on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
●When the traction battery is extremely cold( below approximately-22 ° F [-30 ° C ]) under the
influence of the outside temperature, it may not be possible to start the EV system. In this case, try to
start the EV system again after the temperature of the traction battery increases due to the outside temperature increase, etc.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a battery electric vehicle
�P. 72
■ If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The EV system cannot be started using the smart key system. Refer to P. 644 to restart the EV system.
■ Electronic key battery depletion �P. 154
■ Conditions affecting operation �P. 179
■ Note for the entry function
�P. 180
■ If“ Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’ s Manual” is displayed on the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
■ If the“ READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the“ READY” indicator does not come on even after
performing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your SUBARU dealer immediately.
■ If the EV system is malfunctioning
�P. 78
■ Electronic key battery �P. 594
■ Operation of the power switch
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may not change or the EV system
may not start.
●If attempting to restart the EV system immediately after turning the power switch to OFF, the EV system may not start in some cases.
After turning the power switch to OFF, please wait a few seconds before restarting the EV system.
■ Customization
If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting, refer to P. 643.