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. When operating the push-button ignition switch or starting the engine, if the access key fob battery is discharged, perform the procedure described in“ If Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly” FP471. In such a case, replace the battery immediately. Refer to“ Replacing Battery of Access Key Fob” FP526.
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Power status
Indicator color
Operation OFF Turned off Power is turned off.
ACC
ON
Orange
Orange( while engine is stopped)
Turned off( while engine is running)
The following systems can be used: audio and accessory power outlet.
All electrical systems can be used.
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Operation indicator Push-button ignition switch
The power status is switched every time the push-button ignition switch is pressed.
1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the driver’ s seat.
2. Make sure the select lever is in the“ P” position.
3. Press the push-button ignition switch without depressing the brake pedal. Every time the button is pressed, the power is switched in the sequence of“ OFF”,“ ACC”,“ ON” and“ OFF”. When the engine is stopped and the pushbutton ignition switch is in“ ACC” or“ ON”, the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch illuminates in orange.
CAUTION
. To prevent the vehicle battery from discharging, do not leave the pushbutton ignition switch in the“ ON” or“ ACC” position for a long time.
. To avoid a malfunction, observe the following precautions.
– Do not spill drinks or other liquids on the push-button ignition switch.
– Do not touch the push-button ignition switch with a hand that is soiled with oil or other contaminants.
. If the push-button ignition switch does not operate smoothly, stop the operation. Contact a SUBARU dealer immediately.
. If the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch does not illuminate even when the instrument panel illumination is turned on, have the vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer.
. If the vehicle was left in the hot sun for a long time, the surface of the push-button ignition switch may get hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.
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