Subaru WRX & WRX STI Manuals 2017 WRX & WRX STI Owner’s Manual | Page 391

7-16 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) ! Before starting the engine Before using the remote engine start system to start the engine, confirm the following conditions. . The select lever is in the “P” position. . All doors are closed. . The engine hood is closed. . The push-button ignition switch is in the “OFF” position. ! Starting the engine To start the engine with remote engine start system, briefly press the lock button twice within 2 seconds, then press and hold the lock button for 3 seconds. 1. Press the lock button briefly. The hazard warning flashers then flash once. 2. Within 2 seconds, press the lock button briefly again. The hazard warning flashers then flash once again. 3. After step 2, immediately press and hold the lock button. The hazard warning flashers then flash once. 4. Approximately 3 seconds after step 3, release the lock button. The engine will then start successfully. ! Stopping the engine Press and hold the lock button to stop the engine with remote engine start system. ! Automatic engine shutdown The remote engine start system will automatically shut down or will not start the engine under the following conditions. . The total run-time has exceeded 20 minutes. . Any door is opened. . The select lever is moved to any position other than “P”. . The engine hood is opened. . The push-button ignition switch is pressed. . The brake pedal is depressed. . The engine speed is 3,000 rpm or more. The time setting until the engine automatically stops can be changed. To change it, please contact your SUBARU dealer. Note that some settings may violate state, provincial, or local laws and regulations. Check the laws in your area to determine which setting is permitted. & Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start 1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the keyless access function. If the vehicle’s doors are unlocked manually using the key, the vehicle’s alarm system will trigger (if the alarm system is armed prior to activating the remote engine start system) and the engine will turn off. Perform either of the following procedures to disarm the alarm system. Refer to “Alarm system” F2-25. . Switch the ignition to the “ACC” or “ON” state by pressing the push-button ignition switch once or twice, respectively. . Press any button on the access key/ transmitter. 2. Enter the vehicle. 3. The engine will shut down when any door is opened. 4. Press the push-button ignition switch while depressing the brake pedal to restart the engine.