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. To select the Sport ( S ) mode , press the “ S ” switch .
. To select the Sport Sharp ( S #) mode , press the “ S #” switch .
NOTE
. While the engine is cool , you cannot change to Sport Sharp ( S #) mode .
. The next time you turn on the engine , after you turned off the engine in the Sport ( S ) mode ( type A ) or Sport Sharp ( S #) mode ( type B ), the SI-DRIVE mode changes to the Intelligent ( I ) mode .
. If the CHECK ENGINE warning light / malfunction indicator light illuminates while the engine is running , type A changes to the Sport ( S ) mode , and type B remains in the state that was in effect before the warning light turned on . In this case , it is not possible to change to another mode .
. If any of the SI-DRIVE indicators blink , the SI-DRIVE system may be malfunctioning . Contact your SUBARU dealer .
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7-9 . Power steering
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& Power steering warning light
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& Power steering system features
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The vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering system . When the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position , the power steering warning light on the combination meter illuminates to inform the driver that the warning system is functioning properly . Then , if the engine started , the warning light turns off to inform the driver that the steering power assist is operational .
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CAUTION
When the power steering warning light is illuminated , there may be more resistance when the steering wheel is operated . Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immediately .
NOTE
If the steering wheel is operated in the following ways , the power steering control system may temporarily limit the power assist in order to prevent the system components , such as the control computer and drive motor , from overheating .
. The steering wheel is operated frequently and turned sharply while the vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low speeds , such as while frequently turning the steering wheel during parallel parking .
. The steering wheel remains in the fully turned position for a long period of time .
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At this time , there will be more resistance when steering . However , this is not a malfunction . Normal steering force will be restored after the steering
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