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start/stop engine
Push-button ignition switch (if equipped)
Engine (ignition) switch (if equipped)
Performing the following operations when carrying the access key on your person starts the
engine or changes push-button ignition switch modes.
Starting the engine;
STEP1: Check that the parking brake is set.
STEP2: Check that the select lever is set in P (AT models).
Check that the shift lever is set in neutral (MT models).
STEP3: Firmly depress the brake pedal (AT models).
Firmly depress the clutch pedal (MT models).
The push button start system indicator light (green) will
turn on.
STEP4: Press the push-button ignition switch.
Stopping the engine;
STEP1: Stop the vehicle (AT models). While depressing the
clutch pedal, stop the vehicle (MT models).
STEP2: Shift the select lever to P (AT models). Shift the shift lever to neutral (MT models).
STEP3: Set the parking brake.
STEP4: Release the brake pedal (AT models). Release the clutch pedal (MT models).
STEP5: Press the push-button ignition switch.
STEP6: Check that the keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) is off.
Off ( Tu r n e d o f f ) ACC (G r e e n) ON (G r e e n)
Modes can be changed by pressing the push-button ignition switch with the brake
pedal (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual
transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed)
Changing push-button ignition switch mode
LOCK : The steering wheel is locked and the key can be
removed. (Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
The key can be removed only when the select lever
is in P.)
ACC : Some electrical components such as the power
outlet can be used.
ON : All electrical components can be used.
START : The engine can be started.
Flashes slowly
Flashes slowly
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operate s elect lever/ shift lever
Automatic transmission (if equipped)
Manual transmission (if equipped)
P = Parking/Starting the engine
R = Reversing
N = Neutral
D = Drive:
For normal driving/Temporary manual mode
driving
M = Manual mode
Manual mode driving:
To enter manual mode, shift the select lever to the M position.
While the engine switch is in the ON position or the push-button ignition switch is in
ON mode, move the select lever with the brake pedal depressed.
Temporary manual mode driving (vehicles with
paddle shift levers):
Temporary manual mode driving can be changed to by
operating the paddle shift levers while the select lever is
in the D position.
Shifting the shift lever to R
Shift the shift lever to R while lifting up the ring section.
Downshift (-)
U p s h i f t (+)
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1
Closing
2
One-touch closing*
3
Opening
4
One-touch opening*
* : Pushing the switch in the opposite direction will stop
window travel partway.
5
Window lock switch
1
Locks both side doors
2
Unlocks both side doors
Power windows switchesH
Power door lock switchI
Trunk lid opener switchF Engine hood lock release lever G
1
2
4
5
3
1
2
Pull
Press and hold
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00030058 For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
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Some warning/indicator lights illuminate for a few seconds in order to check themselves
when the ignition switch is turned ON.
Main W aR ninG an D inDicato R LiGH ts
Warning lights
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for countermeasures when each warning light comes on.
If necessary, consult your authorized SUBARU dealer.
Malfunction indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
Brake system warning
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
• The parking brake is not released.
Charging system warning
Indicates a malfunction in the
vehicle’s charging system.
ABS warning
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.
Low engine oil pressure warning
Indicates that the engine oil
pressure is too low.
Electric power steering warning
Indicates a malfunction in the
electric power steering system.
Driver’s seatbelt reminder
Warns the driver to fasten his/
her seatbelt.
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder
Warns the front passenger
to fasten his or her seatbelt.
Location : On the center panel.
Open door warning
Indicates that a door or the trunk
lid is not fully closed.
Low fuel level warning
Fuel level is low.
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SRS airbag system warning
• Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seatbelt pretensioner system;
• The front passenger occupant detection system.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning (if equipped)
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too high.
Keyless access with push button start system indicator (if equipped)
Flashing in YELLOW : Indicates a malfunction in the keyless
access with push button start system.
Illumination in GREEN : The keyless access with push button start
system is activated.
Please see the Owner’s Manual for details.
Cruise Control indicator
lllumination in YELLOW : Indicates a malfunction in the cruise
control system.
Illumination in GREEN : The cruise control system is activated.
Please see the Owner’s Manual for details.
Slip indicator
Illumination : Indicates a malfunction in the TR AC/ Vehicle stability control (VSC)
system or the hill start assist system.
Flashing : The TR AC/ Vehicle stability control (VSC) system are operating.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system.
High engine coolant temperature warning
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating.
As the engine coolant temperature increases,this warning light will change from
flashing to constantly illuminated.
Master warning
The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a
message is currently being displayed on the multi-information display.
u Some functions are available on certain models.
u For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
er’s Manual.
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indicator lights
The following indicators show the current status of your car. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for
more information.
Turn signal
indicatorHeadlight high
beam indicatorFront fog light
indicator
(if equipped)
Security
indicatorAirbag on- off
indicatorVehicle stability
control (VSC)
off indicator
SPORT
indicator
(AT models)SNOW indicator
(AT models)SET indicator
Upshift/downshift indicator
(AT models)Shift position and shift range
indicator (AT models)
REV indicator Traction Control System OFF
indicator
Shift position indicator
(MT models)Shift-up indicator
(MT models)
Low engine coolant
temperature indicatorTRACK indicator
Hill start assist ON indicatorLow outside temperature
indicator (color display only)