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NOTICE n When starting the EV system If the EV system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle
checked by your SUBARU retailer immediately.
n Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power
switch
If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently
than usual, such as the switch
sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your
SUBARU retailer immediately.
Stopping the EV system
1 Stop the vehicle completely.
2 Set the parking brake.( �P. 232)
3 Press the P position switch.( �P. 226)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P and the parking brake indicator is illuminated.
4 Press the power switch.
The EV system will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished( the shift position indicator will be extinguished a few seconds after
the meter display).
5 Release the brake pedal and check that“ ACCESSORY” or“ POWER ON” is not shown on the meter. operating for an extended period.
lThe EV system will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has been left operating while the shift position is in P.
lThe timer for the automatic EV system shut off feature will reset if
the brake pedal is depressed or if
the shift position is in a position other than P.
lAfter the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock
switch( �P. 158) from the inside or
the mechanical key( �P. 579) from the outside, the automatic EV system shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for the automatic EV system shut off feature will be reenabled if the driver’ s door is opened.
nWhen the shift control system malfunctions
If the shift control system is malfunctioning, when attempting to turn the
power switch off, it may not be able to be turned off. In this situation, it may be possible to turn the power switch off by applying the parking brake and then operating the power switch.
If there is a malfunction in the system, have the vehicle inspected by
your SUBARU retailer immediately.
nAutomatic P position selection function
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Driving n Automatic EV system shut off feature
lThe vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the EV system when the shift position is in P with the EV system