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Instruments and controls / Warning and indicator
serious damage , which may not be covered by your vehicle ’ s warranty .
If this light illuminates steadily or blinks while the engine is running , it may indicate that there is at least one problem or potential problem somewhere in the emission control system .
! If the light illuminates steadily
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If the light illuminates steadily while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts , an emission control system malfunction has been detected .
You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately .
NOTE
This light also illuminates when the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks .
If you have recently refueled your vehicle , the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning light / malfunction indicator light illuminating could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap . Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks . Make sure nothing is interfering with the sealing of the cap . Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE warning light turn off immediately . It may take several driving trips . If the light does not turn off , take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately . ! If the light is blinking
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If the light is blinking while driving , an engine misfire condition has been detected which may damage the emission control system .
To prevent serious damage to the emission control system , you should do the following .
. Reduce vehicle speed . . Avoid hard acceleration . . Avoid steep uphill grades .
. Reduce the amount of cargo , if possible .
. Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible .
The CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blinking and illuminate steadily after several driving trips . You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately .
& Engine hood open warning light ( if equipped )
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The warning light illuminates if the engine hood is not fully closed . This function is effective even if the ignition switch is in the “ LOCK ”/“ OFF ” or “ ACC ” position ( all models ) or the key is removed from the ignition switch ( models without “ keyless access with push-button start system ”). Always make sure this light is not illuminated before you start to drive .
& Coolant temperature low indicator light / Coolant temperature high warning light
CAUTION
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. After turning the ignition switch to the “ ON ” position , if this indicator light / warning light behaves in any of the following ways , the electrical system may be malfunctioning . Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an inspection .
– It remains blinking in RED .
– It remains illuminated in RED for more than 2 seconds .