2003 SUBARU IMPREZA lock

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Ignition switch
The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC,
ON and START. LOCK
The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. The ignition switch will lock the steering
wheel when you remove the key.
If turning the key is difficult, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the right and left as you turn the key.
Automatic transmission vehicles

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The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only
when the selector lever is in the “P” position.
Manual transmission vehicles
The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only
when the key is pushed in while turning it.
WARNING
Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”
while the vehicle is being driven or towed be-
cause that will lock the steering wheel, pre-venting steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort
than usual to steer.

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ACC
In this position the electrical accessories (radio, cig-
arette lighter, etc.) can be used. ON
This is the normal operating position after the engine
is started. START
The engine is started in this position. The starter
cranks the engine to start it. When the key is re-
leased (after the engine has started), the key auto-
matically returns to the “ON” position.
CAUTION
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position while the engine is running.
Key reminder chime
The reminder chime sounds when the driver ’s door
opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tions. The chime stops when the key is removed
from the ignition switch.
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)
If the key can not be turned to the “LOCK” position
even when the selector lever is in the “P” position:
1. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.
2. Remove the cover under the steering column us-
ing a phillips screwdriver.

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F) Vehicle front 1) Release lever 3. Turn the ignition key while pressing the key inter-
lock release lever.
Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer im-
mediately to have the key interlock system repaired.

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Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other
drivers when you have to park your vehicle under
emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher
works with the ignition switch in any position.
To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the haz-
ard warning button on the instrument panel. To turn
off the flasher, push the button again. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn
signals do not work.Meters and gauges
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed. Odometer/Trip meter
1) Trip meter 2) Odometer
This meter displays the odometer and two trip me- ters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”,
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after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.
Fuel gauge
1) Low fuel warning light
The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of
fuel remaining in the tank.
The gauge does not return to “E” even though the
ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
The gauge may move slightly during braking, turn- ing or acceleration due to fuel level movement in thetank. NOTE
You will see the
“FUEL DOOR p” sign near the
fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) islocated on the right side of the vehicle.
Low fuel warning light
The low fuel warning light comes on when the tankis nearly empty [about 2.3 U.S. gal. (9.0 liters, 1.9
Imp. gal.]. It only operates when the ignition switchis in the “ON” position.

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Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive. Front-wheel drive warning light
(for AT vehicles – if equipped)
This light comes on when All Wheel Drive is disen-
gaged and the drive mechanism is switched to FrontWheel Drive for maintenance or similar purposes. Shift position indicator (AT vehicles)
This indicator shows the position of the shift lever. Turn signal indicator lights
These lights show the operation of the turn signal or
lane change signal.
If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, the
turn signal bulb may be burned out. Replace thebulb as soon as possible. Refer to the “Replacing
bulbs” section in chapter 11.
High beam indicator light
This light shows that the headlights are in the highbeam mode.This indicator light also comes on when the head-
light flasher is operated. Clock
1) “S”
button
2) “H” button 3) “M”
button
To set the hour, press the “H” button. To set the min-
utes, press the “M” button. To reset the minutes the
“00” with a radio time signal, push the “S” button.
CAUTION
To ensure safety, do not attempt to set the
time while driving, as an accident from inade-quate attention to the road could result.

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up or down slightly and hold it during the lane
change. The turn signal indicator lights will flash in
the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever
will return automatically to the neutral position when
you release it. Illumination brightness control
When the lighting switch is in the
“p ” or “a ”
position, you can adjust brightness of the instrument
panel illumination for better visibility.
To brighten, turn the control dial counterclockwise.
To darken, turn the control dial clockwise.