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OPERATION
SMART ENGINE START ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE (Continued)
NOTES: • If the engine is left running after being started, it automatically stop\
s after a
set time. This setting can be changed by your dealer. Refer to “AUTOMATIC
ENGINE SHUTDOWN” on page 5.
The engine can be restarted by repeating Step 1 to Step 3. However, the engine
cannot be restarted if the total run-time exceeds 20 minutes.
Example: When the engine is stopped after 15 minutes
Engine stopped
Engine run-time (total 20 minutes)
Engine running (1st time)Engine running (2nd time)
15 minutes 5 minutes
NOTE: The total run-time can be reset by opening and closing one of the doors \
(including the rear gate).
• The power windows cannot be operated while the engine is running.
• The horn may not be audible depending on the conditions in the area arou\
nd
the vehicle.
• If the area around the vehicle is bright (daylight, snowy conditions, etc.), it may
not be possible to confirm the status of the hazard lights, marker light\
s and tail
lights.
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SUBARU — Smart Engine Start Page 5
OPERATION
SMART ENGINE START ENGINE STOPPING PROCEDURE
Press and hold the LOCK button on the remote for two or more seconds. The parking
lights turn off.
NOTES: • All doors will remain locked after the engine is shut off.
• The hazard lights flash once after the engine is shut off.
AUTOMATIC ENGINE SHUTDOWN
The engine will automatically shut down after a
pre-set amount of time.
To change this setting, please contact your local
SUBARU dealer. In some areas, the use of Smart
Engine Start may violate state, provincial, or local
laws. Check the laws in your area before using
Smart Engine Start.
Smart Engine Start will automatically shut down
or will not start the vehicle’s engine under the
following conditions:
20
If the total run-time has exceeded 20 minutes.
NOTE: The total run-time can be reset by
opening and closing one of the doors (including
the rear gate).
If any door or the rear gate is opened.
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HEATER / AIR CONDITIONER / DEFROSTER
SETTINGS
For your comfort and convenience, the heater, air conditioner, and defroster can operate
at engine startup.
LEGACY / OUTBACK VEHICLES WITH FULLY AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
The following settings are used for automatic operation of the air condi\
tioning system. • Cabin temperature: 77°F (25°C)
• Fan speed: Automatic
• Defroster: Operates when the external temperature is 41°F (5°C) \
or below
NOTE: These settings cannot be changed by the user.
ALL OTHER VEHICLES
Air conditioning Dial or Button Setting
Operation
Air flow AUTO
Automatically adjusts air flow
Except AUTO Operates at the preset air flow setting
Fan speed AUTO
Automatically adjusts fan speed
Except AUTO Operates at the preset fan speed setting
Internal / External Air circulation ON
Internal air circulation
OFF External air circulation
Air conditioner ON
Air conditioner ON
OFF Air conditioner OFF
Rear defogger -Does not operate
Temperature -Operates at the preset temperature position
NOTE: The air conditioner does not operate when the fan speed adjustment dial \
or
button is set to OFF.