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Warning and Indicator Lights
& Door Open Indicator Light s03ae61
When any of the doors or the rear gate is not fully closed, the door open indicator light appears. This function is effective even if the ignition switch is in the“ LOCK”/“ OFF” or“ ACC” position or the key is removed from the ignition switch( models without“ keyless access with push-button start system”).
The open door is indicated by the corresponding part of the door open indicator light.
Always make sure this indicator does not appear before you start to drive.
& Engine Hood Open Warning Light s03ae98
The warning light illuminates if the engine hood is not fully closed. This function is effective even if the ignition switch is in the“ OFF” or“ ACC” position.
Always make sure this light is not illuminated before you start to drive.
& Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light s03ae42
This light appears when the fluid level in the windshield washer fluid tank decreases to the lower limit( approximately 0.6 US qt( 0.6 liters, 0.5 Imp qt)).
& All-Wheel Drive Warning Light
WARNING s03ae13
Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain damage. If the AWD warning light flashes, promptly park in a safe location and then check whether all four tires are the same diameter and whether any of the tires has a puncture or has lost air pressure for some other reason.
This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters fitted on its wheels or with the air pressure excessively low in any of its tires.
& Power Steering Warning Light s03ae53
While the engine is running, this warning light illuminates when a malfunction has been detected in the electric power steering system.
CAUTION
When the power steering warning light is illuminated, there may be more resistance when the steering wheel is operated. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immediately.
NOTE
If the steering wheel is operated in the following ways, the power steering control system may temporarily limit the power assist in order to prevent the system components, such as the control computer and drive motor, from overheating.
. The steering wheel is operated frequently and turned sharply while the vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low speeds, such as while frequently turning the steering wheel during parallel parking.
. The steering wheel remains in the fully turned position for a long period of time.
At this time, there will be more resistance when steering. However, this is not a malfunction. Normal steering force will be restored after the steering