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Starting and Stopping the Engine ( Models without Push-Button Ignition Switch )
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Do not operate the engine starter continuously for more than 10 seconds . If the engine fails to start after operating the engine starter for 5 to 10 seconds , wait for 10 seconds or more before trying again .
NOTE
. It may be difficult to start the engine when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected ( for maintenance or other purposes ). This difficulty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle ’ s self-diagnosis function . To overcome it , keep the ignition switch in the “ ON ” position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine . . Do not shift the select lever while the engine starter is cranking .
CAUTION
If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving , shift the select lever into the “ N ” position . Do not attempt to place the select lever of a moving vehicle into the “ P ” position .
1 . Apply the parking brake .
2 . Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories .
3 . Shift the select lever to the “ P ” or “ N ” position ( preferably “ P ” position ). The engine starter will only operate when the select lever is at the “ P ” or “ N ” position .
4 . Turn the ignition switch to the “ ON ” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights . Refer to “ Warning and Indicator Lights ” FP156 .
5 . Turn the ignition switch to the “ START ” position without depressing the accelerator pedal . Release the key immediately after the engine has started . If the engine does not start , perform the following procedure . ( 1 ) Turn the ignition switch to the “ LOCK ” position and wait for at least 10 seconds . After checking that the parking brake is applied , turn the ignition switch to the “ START ” position while depressing the accelerator pedal slightly ( approximately a quarter of the full stroke ). Release the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts .
( 2 ) If this fails to start the engine , turn the ignition switch back to the “ LOCK ” position and wait for at least 10 seconds . Then fully depress the accelerator pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “ START ” position . If the engine starts , quickly release the accelerator pedal .
( 3 ) If this fails to start the engine , turn the ignition switch again to the “ LOCK ” position . After waiting for 10 seconds or longer , turn the ignition switch to the “ START ” position without depressing the accelerator pedal .
( 4 ) If the engine still does not start , contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance .
6 . Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have turned off after the engine has started . The fuel injection system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up .
While the engine is warming up , make sure that the select lever is at the “ P ” or “ N ” position and that the parking brake is applied .