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! Emergency brake
CAUTION
S07AP0303
Use the emergency brake only in case of an emergency . If the emergency brake is excessively used , the brake parts will wear down faster or the brake may not work sufficiently due to brake overheating .
NOTE
While using the emergency brake :
. The electronic parking brake indicator light and the indicator light on the parking brake switch illuminate and a chirp sounds .
. A sound may be heard from the engine compartment . This is the operating sound of the brake that is activated by the Vehicle Dynamics Control system , and does not indicate a malfunction .
If the foot brake has a malfunction , you can stop the vehicle by pulling the parking brake switch continuously .
While applying the emergency brake , the electronic parking brake indicator light and the indicator light on the parking brake switch illuminate and a chirp sounds .
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! Electronic parking brake system warning
S07AP0304
CAUTION
If the brake system warning light turns on , the electronic parking brake system may be malfunctioning . Immediately stop your vehicle in the nearest safe location and contact your SUBARU dealer .
If a malfunction occurs in the electronic parking brake system , the brake system warning light turns on . Refer to “ Electronic parking brake indicator light ” FP181 .
& Parking tips
S07AP02
When parking your vehicle , always perform the following items .
. Apply the parking brake firmly . . Put the select lever in the “ P ” position .
Never rely on the mechanical friction of the transmission alone to hold the vehicle .
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When parking on a hill , always turn the steering wheel . When the vehicle is headed up the hill , the front wheels should be turned away from the curb .
When facing downhill , the front wheels should be turned into the curb .
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