Starting and operating / Limited slip differential( LSD)( STI)
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! Except STI
SI-DRIVE switches To select the Intelligent( I) mode:
. Press the“ S / I” switch when the Sport( S) mode is selected
. Press the“ S #/ I” switch when the Sport Sharp( S #) mode is selected
To select the Sport( S) mode:
Press the“ S / I” switch when any mode other than Sport( S) mode is selected.
To select the Sport Sharp( S #) mode:
Press the“ S #/ I” switch when any mode other than Sport Sharp( S #) mode is selected.
Limited slip differential( LSD)( STI)
The LSD provides optimum distribution of power according to the difference in revolutions between the right and left wheels that may be caused by certain driving conditions, thereby improving driving stability on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads or when high speed driving.
CAUTION
. Never start the engine while a tire on one side is jacked up, as the vehicle may move.
. If one tire is spinning in mud, avoid continued spinning at high speed as this could adversely affect the LSD.
. If you use a temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire, be sure to use the original temporary spare tire stored in the vehicle. Using other sizes will adversely affect the LSD.
Power steering
& STI
The vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic power steering system. The power steering system operates only when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adjacent to the power steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is normal. It does not indicate power steering system trouble.
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