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Auto Start Stop system
7-17 . Auto Start Stop system
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The Auto Start Stop system is designed to automatically stop and restart the engine when the vehicle is stationary for a short period of time ( while waiting for a traffic light or in a traffic jam ) after the engine has warmed up . The system operates in order to reduce fuel consumption , exhaust emissions and undesired idling noise .
& System operation
CAUTION
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The Auto Start Stop system is designed to automatically stop and restart the engine for a short period of time during idling . Do not use the system when parking the vehicle normally .
So that it can be used safely and comfortably , in addition to driver operations , the Auto Start Stop system is designed to constantly monitor the vehicle conditions as well as the environment inside and outside the vehicle , in order to control stopping and restarting of the engine .
After the vehicle has been completely stopped by depressing the brake pedal with the select lever in the “ D ” position , the
engine will be automatically stopped .
If you release the brake pedal with the select lever kept in the “ D ” position , the engine will be automatically restarted .
However , when the Auto Vehicle Hold ON indicator light illuminates , the engine will not restart .
Auto Start Stop indicator light ( green )
If the engine is temporarily stopped by the system , the Auto Start Stop indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate in green . This indicator light will turn off when the system restarts the engine .
NOTE
. After starting the engine , if the vehicle is left idling without being driven , the Auto Start Stop system will not operate .
. Your vehicle is equipped with a special high-performance battery . When replacing the vehicle battery , be sure to replace it with a genuine SUBARU battery ( or equivalent ) designed specifically for use in a vehicle equipped with the Auto Start Stop system . For details , we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer .
! Operational conditions
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The engine can be automatically stopped by the Auto Start Stop system when all of the following conditions are met .
. The engine is sufficiently warmed up . . The engine hood is closed . . The driver ’ s door is closed . . The driver ’ s seatbelt is fastened .
. The malfunction indicator light ( Check Engine light ) is off .* 1
. The airflow mode selection is set to a mode other than “ ” mode .
. The rear window defogger is not in use .
. X-MODE has been turned off ( if equipped ).
After the vehicle is stopped , the engine will be automatically stopped when the following conditions are met .
. The steering wheel is in the straight ahead position .