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STARTING AND OPERATING
be required to steer, and it may result in an accident.
. If the hybrid system stops during driving, do not operate the pushbutton 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 hybrid system while the select lever is in a position other than the“ P” position.
. If the hybrid system 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 12 V battery may be discharged.
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Refer to“ If Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly” FP456.
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After stopping the hybrid system and any door including the rear gate is opened, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function.
When the hybrid system is restarted, the steering lock will be automatically released.
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NOTE
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. If you press the push-button ignition switch while driving, the emergency hybrid system stop interrupt screen alerts the driver by messages on the combination meter display and beeps.
. Although you can stop the hybrid system by operating the push-button ignition switch, do not stop the hybrid system during driving except in an emergency.
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Operation indicator Push-button ignition switch
When you cannot restart the hybrid system due to the steering lock, check the status of operation indicator and perform the following steps.
Operation indicator flashing in green:
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.