Subaru WRX & WRX STI Manuals 2010 Impreza WRX & WRX STI Owner’s Manual | Page 237

Starting and operating

starting the engine.
. For non-turbo models, to protect the
engine while the select lever is in the
“P” or “N” position, the engine is
controlled so that the engine speed
may not become too high even if the
accelerator pedal is depressed hard.

Stopping the engine
The ignition switch should be turned off
only when the vehicle is stopped and the
engine is idling.

WARNING
Do not stop the engine when the
vehicle is moving. This will cause
loss of power to the power steering
and the brake booster, making steering and braking more difficult. It
could also result in accidental activation of the “LOCK” position on the
ignition switch, causing the steering
wheel to lock.

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Remote engine start system
(dealer option)
WARNING
. Do not start the engine using the
remote start system in an enclosed environment (e.g., in a
closed garage). Prolonged operation of a motor vehicle in an
enclosed environment can cause
a harmful build-up of Carbon
Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is
harmful to your health. Exposure
to high levels of Carbon Monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness or in extreme cases unconsciousness and/or death.
. Before performing any servicing
of the vehicle, temporarily place
the remote engine start system in
service mode to prevent the
system from unexpectedly starting the engine.

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