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Starting and stopping engine ( models with push-button start system )
– 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
. 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
. If you press the push-button ignition switch while driving , the emergency engine stop interrupt screen alerts the driver by messages on the combination meter display ( color LCD ) and beeps .
. 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 ” FP439 .
& 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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1 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 .