Instruments and controls / Warning and indicator 3-25
& Warning chimes and warning indicator of the keyless access with push-button start system ( if equipped )
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Access key warning indicator
The warning chime and the access key warning light serve the following purposes :
. To minimize improper operation of the keyless access with push-button start system
. To protect your vehicle from theft
When the warning chime sounds and / or the warning indicator flashes , take the appropriate action .
WARNING
Never drive the vehicle if the indicator on the push-button ignition switch is flashing in green when starting the engine . This indicates the status that the steering wheel is not released and could result in an accident involving serious injury or death .
CAUTION
. When starting the engine again after the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch flashes in green , if the operation indicator is still flashing in green , there could be a steering lock malfunction . Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible .
. When the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch flashes in orange , contact a SUBARU dealer immediately .
NOTE
. When doors are not locked because the access key fob is left inside the trunk , you cannot open the trunk lid by pushing the trunk opener button on the trunk lid . Pull the trunk lid release lever upward to open the trunk lid . Refer to “ To open the trunk lid from inside ” F2- 35 . . Do not leave the access key fob inside the trunk . Depending on the status of the access key fob and situation , the trunk lockout protect function may not operate . Make sure that you carry the access key fob , and close the trunk lid . . Even when the access key fob is within the operating ranges inside the vehicle , the access key warning for engine start may be provided depending on the status of the access key fob and the environmental conditions . . When the access key fob is taken out of the vehicle through an open window , the access key fob takeout warning or passenger access key fob takeout warning will not be provided .
! List of warnings CAUTION
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When any of the following warnings occurs even if the access key warning indicator does not appear , take the appropriate action .
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