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CAUTION
If the brake system warning light turns on, the electronic parking brake system may be malfunctioning. Immediately stop your vehicle in the nearest safe location and contact your SUBARU dealer.
If a malfunction occurs in the electronic parking brake system, the brake system warning light turns on. Refer to“ Electronic parking brake system warning” FP191.
PARKING TIPS s07ap02
When parking your vehicle, always perform the following items.
. Apply the parking brake.
. Place the select lever in the“ P”( Park) position.
Never rely on the transmission alone to hold the vehicle.
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When parking on a hill, always turn the steering wheel as described here. When the vehicle is headed up the hill, the front wheels should be turned away from the curb.
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When facing downhill, the front wheels should be turned into the curb.
CAUTION
If your vehicle has a bumper under guard( optional), pay attention to blocks and other obstructions on the ground when parking. The underspoiler could be damaged by contact with them.
AUTO VEHICLE HOLD FUNC- TION s07ap04
The Auto Vehicle Hold function will automatically keep the vehicle stopped even after releasing the brake pedal when the vehicle is at a complete stop, such as at traffic signals.
WARNING
. Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold function on a steep hill or slippery road. The vehicle may move even when using the Auto Vehicle Hold function, causing serious injury or accidents.
. Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold function to park the vehicle. The vehicle may move unexpectedly, causing serious injury or accidents. Make sure to shift the select lever to the“ P” position and apply the electronic parking brake in the following cases.
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