Subaru Crosstrek Manuals 2023 Crosstrek Owner's Manual | Page 289

Starting and operating / Starting and stopping engine ( models with push-button start system ) 7-15
WARNING
. Do not touch the push-button ignition switch during driving .
When the push-button ignition switch is operated as follows , the engine will stop .
– The switch is pressed and held for 3 seconds or longer .
– The switch is pressed briefly 3 times or more in succession .
When the engine stops , the brake booster will not function . A greater foot pressure will be required on the brake pedal .
The power steering system will not operate either . A greater force will be required to steer , and it may result in an accident .
. If the engine stops during driving , do not operate the push-button ignition switch or open any of the doors until the vehicle is stopped in a safe location . It is dangerous because the steering lock may be activated . Stop the vehicle in a safe place , and contact a SUBARU dealer immediately .
CAUTION
For CVT models
. Do not stop the engine while the select lever is in a position other than the “ P ” position .
. If the engine is stopped while the select lever is in a position other than the “ P ” position , the power will be in “ ACC ”. If the vehicle is left in this condition , the battery may be discharged .
NOTE
Although you can stop the engine by operating the push-button ignition switch , do not stop the engine during driving except in an emergency .
& When access key fob does not operate properly
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Refer to “ Access key fob – if access key fob does not operate properly ” F9-17 .
& Steering lock
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After stopping the engine and any door including the rear gate is opened , the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function .
When the engine is restarted , the steering
lock will be automatically released .
! When the steering lock cannot be released
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Operation indicator
2 )
Push-button ignition switch
When you cannot restart the engine due to the steering lock , check the status of operation indicator and perform the following steps .
! Operation indicator flashing in green
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1 . Check that the select lever is set in the “ P ” position .
2 . Depress the brake pedal and keep it .
3 . Press the push-button ignition switch while turning the steering wheel left and right .
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