Subaru Outback Manuals 2012 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 124

3-4 Instruments and controls & Acc & Key reminder chime In this position the electrical accessories (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” positions. The chime stops when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the key is removed from the ignition switch. & ON This is the normal operating position after the engine is started. & Ignition switch light & START CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running. The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON” position. If the engine does not start with your registered key, pull out the key once (at this time, the security indicator light will blink), wait for at least 10 seconds, reinsert the key in the ignition switch and then try to start the engine again. NOTE The engine may not start in the follow- ing cases: . The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder. For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light illumi- nates when driver’s door is opened or when the driver’s door is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The light remains illuminated for approxi- mately 30 seconds and gradually turns off under the following conditions. . When the driver’s door is closed . When the doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter . The key is near another key that contains an immobilizer transponder. . The key is near or touching another transmitter. The light gradually turns off under the following conditions. . When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position . When the doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter