Starting and operating
! Electronic parking brake system
warning
CAUTION
If the brake system warning light
flashes, 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 flashes. Refer to “Electronic
parking brake system warning” F3-19.
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& Parking tips
When parking your vehicle, always perform the following items.
. Apply the parking brake firmly.
. For MT models, put the shift lever in the
“1” (1st) for upgrade or “R” (Reverse) for a
downgrade.
. For AT and CVT models, put the select
lever in the “P” (Park) position.
Never rely on the transmission alone to
hold the vehicle.
When facing downhill, the front wheels
should be turned into the curb.
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.