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Starting and Stopping Engine( Models with Push-Button Start System)
. If the engine is stopped while the select lever is in a position other than the“ P” position, the power will be in“ ACC”. If the vehicle is left in this condition, the battery may be discharged.
NOTE
. If you press the push-button ignition switch while driving, the emergency engine stop interrupt screen alerts the driver by messages on the combination meter display( color LCD) and beeps.
. Although you can stop the engine by operating the push-button ignition switch, do not stop the engine during driving except in an emergency.
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Refer to“ Access Key Fob – If Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly” FP426.
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After stopping the engine and any door is opened, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function.
When the engine is restarted, the steering lock will be automatically released.
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1 Operation indicator 2 Push-button ignition switch
When you cannot restart the engine due to the steering lock, check the status of operation indicator and perform the following steps.
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1. Check that the select lever is set in the“ P” position.
2. Depress the brake pedal and keep it.
3. Press the push-button ignition switch while turning the steering wheel left and right.
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There may be a malfunction in the steering lock function. Immediately contact your nearest SUBARU dealer.