Subaru Impreza Manuals 2018 Impreza Owner's Manual | Page 150

Instruments and controls/Push-button ignition switch (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”) although no malfunction actually oc- curs, or not to issue a warning when any malfunction occurs. – On the instrument panel – On the floor – Inside the glove box – Inside the door trim pocket – On the rear seat – On the rear shelf (sedan) – Inside the trunk (sedan) – In the cargo area (5-door models) . When operating the push-button ignition switch or starting the engine, if the access key fob battery is dis- charged, perform the procedure de- scribed in “Access key fob – if access key fob does not operate properly” F9- 18. In such a case, replace the battery immediately. Refer to “Replacing bat- tery of access key fob” F11-46. & Switching power status S03BG02 operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch illuminates in orange. Power status Indicator color Operation OFF Turned off Power is turned off. Orange The following systems can be used: audio and ac- cessory power outlet. ACC 1) 2) Operation indicator Push-button ignition switch The power 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. Shift the shift lever in neutral (MT models) or the select lever in the “P” position (CVT models). 3. Press the push-button ignition switch without depressing the clutch pedal (MT models) or the brake pedal (CVT models). 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 push-button ignition switch is in “ACC” or “ON”, the 3-7 ON Orange (while engine is stopped) Turned off (while engine is running) All electrical systems can be used. CAUTION . When the push-button ignition switch is left in “ON” (while the engine is not running) or “ACC” for a long time, it may result in vehicle battery discharge. . Do not spill drinks or other liquids on the push-button ignition switch. It may cause a malfunc- tion. – CONTINUED –