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tery charge level suitable for your driving needs.
If the traction battery fully discharges, the vehicle cannot be driven at all. When the battery becomes low, charge it as soon as possible.
n If the traction battery becomes low
lIf the traction battery becomes low, the traction battery charge
warning light comes on or flashes
and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.
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lIf the traction battery is completely discharged, the EV system cannot
be started and driving will not be possible. When the traction battery becomes low, charge it as soon as possible.
n Sounds and vibrations specific to an electric vehicle
Because there is no engine sound or vibration, it is easy to mistake the
battery electric vehicle for being off when it is actually still running, as indicated by the“ READY” indicator being illuminated. For safety, make sure to always shift the shift position to P and apply the parking brake
when parked.
Before and after the EV system is started, the following sounds and vibrations may occur. However, these sounds and / or vibrations are
not signs of malfunctions:
lThe brake system operation sound may be heard from the
front of the vehicle when the driver’ s door is opened.
lMotor sounds may be heard from the motor compartment or luggage compartment.
lElectrical relay sounds may be heard from the motor compartment when the EV system starts or stops.
lRelay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the traction battery in the following situations:
• When the EV system is started or stopped
• When charging starts or completes
• When the vehicle is driven the first time after the traction battery has
been charged using DC charging
lSounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the
brake pedal is depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
lCooling fan operating sounds from the radiator.
lThe operation sound of the air conditioning system( air conditioning compressor, blower motor).
nMaintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your SUBARU retailer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
A sound which changes in accordance with the driving speed, will be played in order to warn people nearby of the vehicle’ s approach. This sound may be heard inside the vehicle. The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 23 mph( 37 km / h).
nAcoustic Vehicle Alerting System
In the following cases, the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System may be difficult for surrounding people to hear.
lIn very noisy areas lIn the wind or the rain