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a case, refer to “Starting engine”
FP424.
.

If the vehicle battery is discharged,

the steering cannot be unlocked.
Charge the battery.
.

Do not shift the select lever while the

starter is cranking.

Operation indicator

Push-button ignition switch

When the push-button ignition switch is
pressed while depressing the brake pedal,
the engine will start. The starting proce-
dure for the engine is as follows.

1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift the select lever into the “P”
position. The engine can also start when
the select lever is in the “N” position,
however, for safety reasons, start in the “P”
position.
4. Depress the brake pedal until the
operation indicator on the push-button
ignition switch turns green. When starting
with the select lever in the “N” position, the
indicator does not turn green.
5. While depressing the brake pedal,
press the push-button ignition switch.

NOTE

While pressing the select lever but-

ton in, the indicator on the push-button
ignition switch will not turn green even
when the select lever is in the “P”
position.
.

In case the engine does not start by

the normal engine start procedure,
move the select lever to the “P” posi-
tion, and switch the power to “ACC”.
Depress the brake pedal, and press the
push-button ignition switch for at least
15 seconds. The engine may start. Only
use this engine start procedure in case
of emergency.

When the engine is not started, the

brake pedal may feel stiff. In such a
case, depress the brake pedal more
forcefully than usual. Check that the
operation indicator on the push-button
ignition switch turns green, and press
the push-button ignition switch to start
the engine.

Stopping engine

1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. Move the select lever to the “P”
position.
3. Press the push-button ignition switch.
The engine will stop, and the power will be
switched off.

WARNING

Do not touch the push-button

ignition switch during driving.

When the push-button ignition
switch is operated as follows,
the engine will stop.

– The switch is pressed and held

for 3 seconds or longer.

– The switch is pressed briefly 3

times or more in succession.

When the engine stops, the brake
booster will not function. A great-

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er foot pressure will be required
on the brake pedal.

The power steering system will
not operate either. A greater force
will be required to steer, and it
may result in an accident.

If the engine stops during driving,

do not operate the push-button
ignition switch or open any of the
doors until the vehicle is stopped
in a safe location. It is dangerous
because the steering lock may be
activated. Stop the vehicle in a
s a f e p l a c e , a n d c o n t a c t a
SUBARU dealer immediately.

CAUTION

Do not stop the engine while the

select lever is in a position other
than the “P” position.

If the engine is stopped while the

select lever is in a position other
than the “P” position, the power
will be in “ACC”. If the vehicle is
left in this condition, the battery
may be discharged.

NOTE

Although you can stop the engine by
operating the push-button ignition
switch, do not stop the engine during
driving except in an emergency.

When access key fob does
not operate properly

Refer to “Access key fob – if access key
fob does not operate properly” FP423.

7-6. Remote engine start
system (dealer option)

WARNING

There are some general precau-

tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in “General precau-
tions when starting engine”
FP318.

Do not remote start a vehicle in an

enclosed environment (e.g.
closed garage). Prolonged opera-
tion 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 monox-
ide can cause headaches, dizzi-
ness or in extreme cases uncon-
sciousness and/or death.

The remote engine start system allows you
to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
In addition, the remote engine start system
can activate the heater or air conditioner,
providing you with a comfortable cabin
upon entry. For more details, refer to the
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mote engine start system.

NOTE

The length of time for which it is

acceptable to allow the engine to
remain idling may be bound by local
laws and regulations. Check the local
rules when using the remote engine
start system.
.

When taking your vehicle in for

service, it is recommended that you
inform the service personnel that your
vehicle is equipped with a remote
engine start system.

Remote engine starter trans-
ceiver (fob)

Fob button

Starting the engine

NOTE

All vehicle doors (including rear gate)
and the engine hood must be closed
prior to activating the remote engine
start system. Any open entry point will
prevent starting or cause the engine to
stop. For models with push-button start
system, doors must also be locked
prior to remote engine start activation.

The remote engine start system is acti-
vated by pressing the fob button on your
remote engine starter transceiver (fob)
twice within 3 seconds. If the fob is within
operating range of the system and the start
request is received, the following will
occur.
.

The fob flashes and beeps once.

The horn sounds once.

The side marker lights, tail lights, and

parking lights flash once.

The system will check certain safety
preconditions before starting, and if all
conditions are met, the engine will start
within 5 seconds. After the engine starts,
the following will occur.
.

The fob flashes and beeps twice.

The horn sounds once.

The side marker lights, tail lights, and

parking lights flash once.

While the engine is idling via the remote
engine start system, the following will
occur.
.

The side marker lights, tail lights, and

parking lights remain illuminated.
.

The fob button flashes once every 3

seconds.
.

The power windows are disabled.

If the engine turns over but does not start
(or starts and stalls) the remote engine
start system will power off and then
attempt to start the engine 3 additional
times. The system will not attempt to
restart the engine if it determines a vehicle
malfunction is preventing starting. If the
engine does not start after 3 additional
attempts, the remote engine start request
will be aborted.

Stopping the engine

Press and hold the fob button for at least 3
seconds to stop the engine. The fob will
flash and beep three times, indicating the
engine has stopped. If the stop request is
not received (for example, if the user is too
far away from the vehicle), the fob will
continue to flash once every 3 seconds.
The system will automatically stop the
engine after 15 minutes.

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Remote start safety features

For safety and security reasons, the
remote engine start system will prevent
starting (or stop the engine if running) and
sound the horn twice if any of the following
conditions is detected. In addition, the fob
will flash and beep 3 times.
.

The total run-time has exceeded 20

minutes.
.

The brake pedal is depressed.

A key is in the ignition switch.

The engine hood is open.

The engine idle speed exceeds 3,500

rpm.
.

The security alarm is triggered.

The select lever is not in the “P”

position.

If the system detects any door (including
the rear gate) open during operation, it will
prevent starting or stop the engine (for
models without push-button start system),
and sound the horn and flash side marker
lights, tail lights, and parking lights 6 times.

In addition to the items above, if the
vehicle’s engine management system
determines there is a safety risk due to a
vehicle-related problem, the vehicle will
power down and the horn will sound 3
times.

NOTE

If the alarm system is armed at the

time of remote engine starter activation
(the security indicator light on the
combination meter is flashing), the
alarm system will remain armed
throughout the remote start run cycle.
.

If the alarm system is disarmed at

the time of remote engine starter acti-
vation (the security indicator light on
the combination meter is not flashing),
the alarm system will remain disarmed
throughout the remote start run cycle.

Remote start operation - fob con-
firmation

Your remote engine starter fob is a
bidirectional transceiver that can confirm
system operation with several different
visual and audible indications. The fob’s
LED-backlit button and internal piezo
buzzer will indicate status of the system
using the following flash and beep se-
quences, provided the fob is within opera-
tional range of the system.

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Precondition

Fob Indication

Meaning

Flash

Beep

Fob start button is being pressed

Continuous while button is
held down

—

The fob is transmitting an RF signal

User attempts to start engine by pressing fob
button twice within 3 sec

1 flash

1 beep

Engine start request received

2 flashes

2 beeps

Engine started successfully

1 flash every 3 sec

—

Engine idling

Engine idling by remote engine start operation

1 flash every 3 sec

—

Engine idling

3 flashes

3 beeps

Engine stopped by system time-out or for safety
reasons (see sections above)

User attempts to stop engine by pressing and
holding fob button for at least 3 sec.

3 flashes

3 beeps

Engine stopped by user request

1 flash every 3 sec

—

Stop request not received. Engine still idling.

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Alternate operation method
for models with “keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system”

Access key fob
1)

Lock button

An access key fob can be used as the
remote engine start transmitter. Operate
the lock button to start or stop the engine
as follows.

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 including the rear gate are

closed.

The engine hood is closed.

The push-button ignition switch is in the

“OFF” position.

When 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
and the keyless buzzer chirps once.
2. Within 2 seconds, press the lock button
briefly again. The hazard warning flashers
then flash once again, and the keyless
buzzer chirps once again.
3. After step 2, immediately press and
hold the lock button. The hazard warning
flashers then flash three times, and the
horn will honk once.
4. Approximately 3 seconds after step 3,
release the lock button. The engine will
then start successfully.

When stopping the engine

Press and hold the lock button to stop the
engine with remote engine start system.

Remote start safety features

For detailed information, refer to “Remote
start safety features” FP324.

Entering the vehicle while it is
running via remote start

1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function (if equipped) or
remote keyless entry system.
If the vehicle’s doors are unlocked manu-
ally 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” FP143.

Insert the key into the ignition switch

and turn it to the “ON” position (models
without “keyless access with push-
button start system”).
.

Turn the push-button ignition switch

to the “ACC” or “ON” position (models
with “keyless access with push-button
start system”).
.

Press any button on the access key

fob/remote keyless entry transmitter.

2. Enter the vehicle.
3. The engine will shut down when any
door or rear gate is opened. For models
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will continue to run.
4. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn to the “START” position to restart
the engine.

Entering the vehicle following
remote engine start shut-
down

An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is
opened by the remote keyless entry
transmitter within a few seconds immedi-
ately following remote engine start shut-
down.

Pre-heating or pre-cooling
the interior of the vehicle

After the system starts the engine, the
heater or air conditioning will activate and
heat or cool the interior to a set interior
temperature of 728F (228C), with auto-
matic selected for all other settings.

Remote transmitter program
(Remote engine starter
transceiver)

New transmitters can be programmed to
the remote engine start system in the
event that a transmitter is lost, stolen,
damaged or additional transmitters are
desired (the system will accept up to eight
transmitters). New remote engine start
transmitters can be programmed accord-
ing to the following procedure.
1. Open the driver’s door (the driver’s
door must remain open throughout the
entire process).
2. Turn the ignition switch to “ON” then
“LOCK”/“OFF”, back to “ON” then “LOCK”/
“OFF”, back to “ON” then “LOCK”/“OFF”,
then back to “ON” again and leave the
ignition “ON” throughout the programming
process.
3. The system will flash the side marker
lights, tail lights and parking lights and
honk the horn three times, indicating that
the system has entered the transmitter
learn mode.
4. Press and release the “ ” button on
the transmitter that you want to program.
5. The system will flash the side marker
lights, tail lights and parking lights and
honk the horn one time, indicating that the
system has learned the transmitter. Upon

successful programming, the remote start
confirmation transmitter button will flash
one time.
6. Repeat step 5 for any additional
transmitters (the system will accept up to
eight transmitters).
7. The system will exit the transmitter
learn mode if the key is turned to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position, the door is closed
or after 2 minutes.

System maintenance

NOTE

For remote engine starter transceiver:
In the event that the vehicle’s battery is
replaced, discharged or disconnected,
it will be necessary to start the vehicle a
minimum of one time using the key
prior to activating the remote engine
start system. This is required to allow
the vehicle electronic systems to re-
synchronize.

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Changing the battery

CAUTION

Do not let dust, oil or water get on

or in the remote engine start
transmitter when replacing the
battery.

Be careful not to damage the

printed circuit board in the re-
mote engine start transmitter
when replacing the battery.

Be careful not to allow children to

touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could
swallow them.

There is a danger of explosion if

an incorrect replacement battery
is used. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of bat-
tery.

Battery should not be exposed to

excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.

For models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”:
Perform the procedure described in “Re-
placing battery of access key fob” FP476.
For remote engine starter transceiver:
The 3-volt lithium battery (model CR-2450)
supplied in your remote engine start
transmitter should last approximately one
year, depending on usage. When the
battery begin to weaken, you will notice a
decrease in range (distance from the
vehicle that your remote control operates).
Follow the instructions below to change
the remote engine start transmitter battery.

1. Remove the small phillips screw lo-
cated on the back side lower left corner of
the transmitter.
2. Carefully pry the remote engine start
transmitter halves apart using a small flat-
head screwdriver.

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3. Remove the circuit board from the
bottom half of the case and remove the
battery and replace with new one. Be sure
to observe the (+) sign on the old battery
before removing it to ensure that the new
battery is inserted properly (battery “+”

should be pointed away from the transmit-
ter circuit board on battery).
4. Carefully snap the case halves back
together, reinstall the phillips screw and
test the remote engine start system.

Certification for remote en-
gine starter

U.S.-spec. models

CAUTION

FCC WARNING

Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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7-7. Continuously variable
transmission

WARNING

Do not shift from the “P” or “N”
position into the “D” or “R” position
while depressing the accelerator
pedal. This may cause the vehicle
to jump forward or backward.

CAUTION

Shift into the “P” or “R” position

only after the vehicle is comple-
tely stopped. Shifting while the
vehicle is moving may cause
damage to the transmission.

Do not race the engine for more

than 5 seconds in any position
except the “N” or “P” position
when the brake is applied or
when chocks are used with the
wheels. This may cause the
transmission fluid to overheat.

Never move the vehicle rearward

by inertia with the select lever set
in a forward driving position or
move the vehicle forward by
inertia with the select lever set

in the “R” position. Doing so may
result in an unexpected accident
or malfunction.

Do not shift from the “D” position

into the “R” position or vice versa
until the vehicle has completely
stopped. Such shifting may
cause damage to the transmis-
sion.

When parking the vehicle, first

securely apply the parking brake
and then place the select lever in
the “P” position. Do not park for a
long time with the select lever in
any other position as doing so
could result in a dead battery.

Continuously variable trans-
mission features

The continuously variable transmission is
electronically controlled and provides an
infinite number of forward speeds and 1
reverse speed. It also has a manual mode.

NOTE

When the engine coolant tempera-

ture is still low, the transmission will
upshift or downshift at higher engine
speeds than when the coolant tempera-
ture is sufficiently high in order to
shorten the warm-up time and improve

driveability. The gearshift timing will
automatically shift to the normal timing
after the engine has warmed up.
.

Immediately after transmission fluid

is replaced, you may feel that the
transmission operation is somewhat
unusual. This results from invalidation
of data which the on-board computer
has collected and stored in memory to
allow the transmission to shift at the
most appropriate times for the current
condition of your vehicle. Optimized
shifting will be restored as the vehicle
continues to be driven for a while.
.

When driving under continuous hea-

vy load conditions such as when tow-
ing a camper or climbing a long, steep
hill, the engine speed or the vehicle
speed may automatically be reduced.
This is not a malfunction. This results
from the engine control function main-
taining the cooling performance of the
vehicle. The engine and vehicle speed
will return to a normal speed when the
engine is able to maintain the optimum
cooling performance after the heavy
load decreases. Driving under a heavy
load must be performed with extreme
care. Do not try to pass a vehicle in
front when driving on an uphill slope
while towing.
.

The continuously variable transmis-

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vides superior transmission efficiency
for maximum fuel economy. At times,
depending on varying driving condi-
tions, a chain operating sound may be
heard that is characteristic of this type
of system.

Select lever

Select lever positions

Select lever button

: With the brake pedal depressed, shift

while pressing the select lever button
in.

: Shift while pressing the select lever

button in.

: Shift without pressing the select lever

button.

The select lever has four positions, “P”,
“R”, “N”, “D” and it also has a manual gate
for using the manual mode.

NOTE

For some 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.

P (Park)

This position is for parking the vehicle and
starting the engine. In this position, the
transmission is mechanically locked to
prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.

When you park the vehicle, first apply the
parking brake firmly, then shift to the “P”
position. Do not hold the vehicle with only
the mechanical friction of the transmission.

To shift the select lever from the “P”
position to any other position, you should
depress the brake pedal fully then move
the select lever. This prevents the vehicle
from lurching when it is started.

R (Reverse)

This position is for backing the vehicle. To
shift from the “N” to “R” position, stop the
vehicle completely then move the lever to
the “R” position while pressing the select
lever button in.

When the ignition switch has been turned
to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position, movement
of the select lever from the “N” to “R”
position is possible for a limited time period
by depressing the brake pedal, and then it
becomes impossible. For details, refer to
“Shift lock function” FP334.

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N (Neutral)

This position is for restarting a stalled
engine. In this position, the transmission is
neutral, meaning that the wheels and
transmission are not locked. Therefore,
the vehicle will roll freely, even on the
slightest incline unless the parking brake
or foot brake is applied.

Avoid coasting with the transmission in
neutral. Engine braking has no effect in
this condition.

WARNING

Do not drive the vehicle with the
select lever in the “N” position.
Engine braking has no effect in this
condition and the risk of an accident
is consequently increased.

NOTE

If the select lever is in the “N” position
when you stop the engine for parking,
you may not subsequently be able to
move it to the “R” and “P” positions. If
this happens, turn the ignition switch to
the “ON” position. You will then be able
to move the select lever to the “P”
position.

D (Drive)

This position is for normal driving. The
transmission shifts automatically and con-
tinuously into a suitable gear according to
the vehicle speed and the acceleration you
require. Also, while driving up and down a
hill, the transmission assists and controls
the driving performance and engine brak-
ing while corresponding to the road grade.

When more acceleration is required in “D”
position, depress the accelerator pedal
fully to the floor and hold that position. The
transmission will automatically downshift.
In this case, the transmission will operate
like a conventional automatic transmis-
sion. When you release the pedal, the
transmission will return to the original gear
position.

If one of the shift paddles behind the
steering wheel is operated while driving in
the “D” position, the transmission will

temporarily switch to the manual mode.
In this mode, you can shift to any gear
position using the shift paddles. For details
about the manual mode, refer to “Selection
of manual mode” FP332. Once the
vehicle speed stabilizes, the transmission
will switch from the manual mode back to
the “D” position for normal driving.

Selection of manual mode

With the vehicle either moving or station-
ary, move the select lever from the “D”
position to the “M” position to select the
manual mode.

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Upshift indicator

Downshift indicator

Gear position indicator

When the manual mode is selected, the
gear position indicator and upshift indica-
tor and/or downshift indicator on the
combination meter illuminate.

The gear position indicator shows the
currently selected gear in the 1st-to-8th-
gear range. The upshift and downshift
indicators show when a gear shift is
possible. When the upshift indicator “

”

illuminates, upshifting is possible. When
the downshift indicator “

” illuminates,

downshifting is possible. When both in-
dicators illuminate, upshifting and down-
shifting are both possible. When the
vehicle stops (for example, at traffic
signals) the gear will be automatically

shifted to the 1st position and the down-
shift indicator will turn off.

Gearshifts can be performed using the
shift paddle behind the steering wheel.

To upshift to the next higher gear position,
pull the shift paddle that has “+” indicated
on it. To downshift to the next lower gear
position, pull the shift paddle that has “–”
indicated on it.

To deselect the manual mode, return the
select lever to the “D” position from the “M”
position.

CAUTION

Do not place or hang anything on the
shift paddles. Doing so may result in
accidental gear shifting.

NOTE

Please read the following points care-
fully and bear them in mind when using
the manual mode.
.

If you attempt to shift down when the

engine speed is too high, i.e., when a
downshift would push the tachometer
needle beyond the red zone, beeps will
be emitted to warn you that the down-
shift is not possible.
.

If you attempt to shift up when the

vehicle speed is too low, the transmis-
sion will not respond.
.

You can perform a skip-shift (for

example, from 4th to 2nd) by operating
the shift paddle twice in rapid succes-
sion.
.

The transmission automatically se-

lects 1st gear when the vehicle stops
moving.
.

If the temperature of the transmis-

sion fluid becomes too high, the “AT
OIL TEMP” warning light on the combi-
nation meter will illuminate. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe location
and let the engine idle until the warning
light turns off.

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Shift lock function

The shift lock function helps prevent the
improper operation of the select lever.
.

The select lever cannot be operated

unless the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position and the brake pedal is
depressed.
.

The select lever cannot be moved from

the “P” position to any other position before
the brake pedal is depressed. Depress the
brake pedal first, and then operate the
select lever.
.

Only the “P” position allows you to turn

the ignition switch from the “ACC” position
to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position and remove
the key from the ignition switch.
.

If the ignition switch is turned to the

“LOCK”/“OFF” position while the select
lever is in the “N” position, the select lever
may not be moved to the “P” position after
a period of time. Therefore, move the
select lever to the “P” position with the
brake pedal depressed soon after the
ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/
“OFF” position.

Shift lock release

If the select lever cannot be operated, turn
the ignition switch back to the “ON”
position then move the select lever to the
“P” position with the select lever button
pressed and brake pedal depressed.

If the select lever does not move after
performing the above procedure, perform
the following steps.
.

When the select lever cannot be

shifted from “P” to “N”:
Refer to “Shift lock release using the shift
lock release button” FP334.
.

When the select lever cannot be

shifted from “N” to “R” or “P”:
Within 60 seconds after placing the ignition
switch in the “ACC” position, move the
select lever to the “P” position with the
select lever button pressed and brake
pedal depressed.

If you must perform the above procedure,
the shift lock system (or the vehicle control
system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a
SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon
as possible.

If the select lever does not move after
performing the above procedure, refer to
“Shift lock release using the shift lock
release button” FP334.

Shift lock release using the shift
lock release button

Perform the following procedure to release
the shift lock.
1. Apply the parking brake and turn the
ignition switch to the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi-
tion.

2. Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver
with vinyl tape or a cloth and use it to
remove the shift lock cover. The shift lock
release button is located under the shift
lock cover.

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3. Remove the grip portion of the screw-
driver.

4. While depressing the brake pedal,
insert a screwdriver into the hole, move it
right and left while pushing the shift lock
release button using a screwdriver, and

then move the select lever.

If the select lever does not move after
performing the above procedure, the shift
lock system may be malfunctioning. Con-
tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as
soon as possible.

Driving tips

CAUTION

If the accelerator and brake pedals
are depressed at the same time,
driving torque may be restrained.
This is not a malfunction.

Always apply the foot or parking brake

when the vehicle is stopped in the “D” or
“R” position.
.

Always apply the parking brake when

parking your vehicle. Do not hold the
vehicle with only the mechanical friction
of the transmission.
.

Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary

position on an uphill grade using the “D”
position. Use the brake instead.
.

The engine may, on rare occasions,

knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler-
ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.
This does not indicate a malfunction.

7-8. Power steering

Power steering warning light

Power steering system fea-
tures

The vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering system. When the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, the
power steering warning light on the com-
bination meter illuminates to inform the
driver that the warning system is function-
ing properly. Then, if the engine started,
the warning light turns off to inform the
driver that the steering power assist is
operational.

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CAUTION

When the power steering warning
light is illuminated, there may be
more resistance when the steering
wheel is operated. Drive carefully to
the nearest SUBARU dealer and
have the vehicle inspected immedi-
ately.

NOTE

If the steering wheel is operated in the
following ways, the power steering
control system may temporarily limit
the power assist in order to prevent the
system components, such as the con-
trol computer and drive motor, from
overheating.
.

The steering wheel is operated fre-

quently and turned sharply while the
vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low
speeds, such as while frequently turn-
ing the steering wheel during parallel
parking.
.

The steering wheel remains in the

fully turned position for a long period of
time.

At this time, there will be more resis-
tance when steering. However, this is
not a malfunction. Normal steering
force will be restored after the steering

wheel is not operated for a while and
the power steering control system has
an opportunity to cool down. However,
if the power steering is operated in a
non-standard way which causes power
assist limitation to occur too frequently,
this may result in a malfunction of the
power steering control system.

7-9. Braking

Braking tips

WARNING

Never rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. This can cause
dangerous overheating of the
brakes and needless wear on the
brake pads.

When the brakes get wet

When driving in rain or after washing the
vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a
result, brake stopping distance will be
longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle
at a safe speed while lightly depressing the
brake pedal to heat up the brakes.

Use of engine braking

Remember to make use of engine braking
in addition to foot braking. When descend-
ing a grade, if only the foot brake is used,
the brakes may start working improperly
because of brake fluid overheating,
caused by overheated brake pads. To help
prevent this, shift to a lower gear to get
stronger engine braking.

Braking when a tire is punctured

Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly
when a tire is punctured. This could cause

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