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NOTE
. When the Auto Start Stop system is in operation, the brake pedal may feel stiff. However, this is not a malfunction.
. When the battery is discharged, the engine will be automatically restarted even if you keep the brake pedal depressed.
. In the following cases, the length of time that the engine is temporarily stopped by the Auto Start Stop system may be shorter.
– When the climate control system is
in operation. – When the outside temperature is
high, or when it is low( because the climate control system can no longer maintain the set temperature). – When consumption of electricity by
electrical components is high.
. When the engine is automatically restarted by the Auto Start Stop system, the power provided via the accessory power outlet will be reduced. Depending on the connected appliance, the power of the appliance may temporarily turn off.
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malfunction in the Auto Start Stop system. When starting the engine again after the Auto Start Stop warning light illuminates, if it is still illuminating, we recommend that you have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
The Auto Start Stop warning light will illuminate in yellow if you open the engine hood when the engine has been temporarily stopped by the Auto Start Stop system.
In this case, to ensure safety, the engine will not be automatically restarted, even if you release the brake pedal. Use normal operation to restart the engine.
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CAUTION
If the Auto Start Stop warning light is illuminated in yellow, there may be a
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Auto Start Stop OFF indicator light Auto Start Stop OFF switch
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