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Electronic parking brake switch Indicator light Release the electronic parking brake Apply the electronic parking brake
To apply:
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the electronic parking brake switch.
WARNING
. Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that you turn off the engine. Otherwise, the parking brake may be released and an accident may occur.
. If the brake system warning light turns on, the electronic parking brake system may be malfunctioning. Immediately stop your vehicle in a safe location, use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving and contact your SUBARU dealer.
. If the electronic parking brake is operated under the following conditions, the electronic parking brake indicator light may flash.
– The brake is overheated. – The vehicle is on a steep slope.
In such cases, the vehicle may start to move which may lead to an accident. Always use the tire stops.
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When the parking brake is applied, the following indicator lights illuminate.
. The electronic parking brake indicator light on the combination meter( for details, refer to“ Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light” FP184.)
. The indicator light on the electronic parking brake switch
To release:
Press the electronic parking brake switch firmly while the ignition switch is in the“ ON” position and the brake pedal is depressed.
CAUTION
. When the electronic parking brake cannot be applied due to a malfunction, contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an inspection. If you have to park your vehicle in such conditions, perform the following procedure.
– Stop your vehicle in a flat location.
– Shift the select lever in the“ P” position. When the select lever cannot be shifted into the“ P” position, you must release shift lock. Refer to“ Shift Lock Function” FP346.
– Use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving.