2018 SUBARU WRX warning

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!If the engine does not start
CAUTION
For safety, release the accelerator
pedal as soon as the engine starts.
Try the following procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the“LOCK”
position and wait for at least 10 seconds.
2. After checking that the parking brake is
firmly set, turn the ignition switch to the
“START”position while depressing the
accelerator pedal slightly (approximately
a quarter of the full stroke).
3. If this fails to start the engine, turn the
ignition switch back to the“LOCK”position
and wait for at least 10 seconds.
4. Fully depress the accelerator pedal
and turn the ignition switch to the“START”
position.
If this fails to start the engine, try the
following procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch again to the
“LOCK”position.
2. After waiting for 10 seconds or longer,
turn the ignition switch to the“START”
position without depressing the accelera-
tor pedal.
If the engine still does not start, contactyour nearest SUBARU dealer for assis-
tance.
!Stopping the engine
The ignition switch should be turned off
only when the vehicle is stopped and the
engine is idling.
WARNING
Do not stop the engine when the
vehicle is moving. This will cause
loss of power to the power steering
and the brake booster, making steer-
ing and braking more difficult. It
could also result in accidental acti-
vation of the“LOCK”position on the
ignition switch, causing the steering
wheel to lock.&Models with push-button
start systems!Safety precautions
Refer to“Safety precautions”F2-8.
!Operating range for push-button
start system
Refer to“Operating range”F3-6.!Starting engine
WARNING
If the indicator on the push-button
ignition switch flashes in green after
the engine has started, never drive
the vehicle. The steering is still
locked, and it may result in an
accident. In this case, press the
push-button ignition switch with
the brake pedal depressed and with
the steering wheel turned from the
right to the left.
CAUTION
.When the operation indicator on
the push-button ignition switch is
flashing in orange, there may be a
malfunction with the vehicle.
Contact a SUBARU dealer imme-
diately.
.Do not continue pressing the
push-button ignition switch for
more than 10 seconds. Doing so
could cause a malfunction. If the
engine does not start, stop press-
ing the push-button ignition
switch. Instead, press the push-
buttonignitionswitchwithout
depressing the brake pedal to
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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.
.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.
!In case of the engine does not
start by the normal engine start
procedure
1. Move the shift lever to the neutral
position (MT models), or move the select
lever to the“P”position (CVT models).
2. Switch the power status to“ACC”.
3. Press and hold the push-button ignition
switch for at least 15 seconds with the
clutch pedal (MT models)/brake pedal
(CVT models) depressed.
Although the engine may start, only use
this procedure in the case of an emer-
gency. If the engine still does not start,
refer to“Starting engine”F9-27.!Stopping engine
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. Move the select lever to the“P”
position (CVT models).
3. Press the push-button ignition switch.
The engine will stop, and the power will be
switched to“OFF”.
WARNING
.Do not touch the push-button
ignition switch while driving.
When you operate the push-but-
ton ignition switch as follows, the
engine will stop.
–Pressing and holding the
switch for 3 seconds or longer.
–Pressing the switch briefly 3
times or more in succession.
When the engine stops, the brake
booster will not function. A great-
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 while driving,
do not operate the push-button
ignition switch or open any of thedoors until the vehicle is stopped
in a safe location. It is dangerous
because the steering may be
locked. Stop the vehicle in a safe
location, and contact a SUBARU
dealer immediately.
CAUTION
For CVT models:
.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.NOTEAlthough you can stop the engine by
operating the push-button ignition
switch, do not stop the engine while
driving except in an emergency.
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!When access key fob does not
operate properly
Refer to“Access key fob–if access key
fob does not operate properly”F9-26.&Remote engine start system
(dealer option)
WARNING
.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.
.Before performing any servicing
of the vehicle, temporarily place
the remote engine start system in
service mode to prevent the sys-
tem from unexpectedly starting
the engine.
The remote engine start system allows you
to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
In addition, the remote engine start systemcan activate the heater or air conditioner,
providing you with a comfortable cabin
upon entry.
NOTEThe length of time for which it is
acceptable to allow the engine to
remain idling may be governed by local
laws and regulations. Check the local
rules when using the remote engine
start system.!Models with“keyless access with
push-button start system”
NOTEFor more details, refer to the Owner’s
Manual supplement for the remote
engine start system.Access key fob
1) Lock buttonAn access key fob serves as the remote
engine start transmitter. Operate the lock
button to start or stop the engine as
follows.
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!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 are closed.
.The engine hood is closed.
.The push-button ignition switch is in the
“OFF”position.
!Starting the engine
1. Press the lock button briefly. The
hazard warning flashers then flash once.
2. Within 2 seconds, press the lock button
briefly again. The hazard warning flashers
then flash once again.
3. After step 2, immediately press and
hold the lock button. The hazard warning
flashers then flash once.
4. Approximately 3 seconds after step 3,
release the lock button. The engine will
then start successfully.
!Stopping the engine
Press and hold the lock button to stop the
engine with remote engine start system.
!Automatic engine shutdown
The remote engine start system will auto-
matically shut down or will not start theengine under the following conditions.
.The total run-time has exceeded 20
minutes.
.Any door is opened.
.The select lever is moved to any
position other than“P”.
.The engine hood is opened.
.The push-button ignition switch is
pressed.
.The brake pedal is depressed.
.The engine speed is 3,000 rpm or more.
The time setting until the engine automa-
tically stops can be changed. To change it,
please contact your SUBARU dealer. Note
that some settings may violate state,
provincial, or local laws and regulations.
Check the laws in your area to determine
which setting is permitted.
!Entering the vehicle while it is run-
ning via remote start
1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function. If you unlock the
vehicle’s doors manually 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”F2-24.
.Switch the ignition to the“ACC”or“ON”state by pressing the push-button
ignition switch once or twice, respec-
tively.
.Press any button on the access key
fob/transmitter.
2. Enter the vehicle.
3. The engine will shut down when any
door is opened.
4. Press the push-button ignition switch
while depressing the brake pedal to restart
the engine.
!Entering the vehicle following re-
mote engine start shutdown
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 in-
terior of the vehicle
Before exiting the vehicle, set the tem-
perature controls to the desired setting and
operation. After the system starts the
engine, the heater or air conditioning will
activate and heat or cool the interior to
your setting.
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WARNING
.Do not drive the vehicle with the
clutch disengaged (i.e., when the
clutch pedal is depressed) or with
the shift lever in the neutral
position. Engine braking has no
effect in either of these condi-
tions and the risk of an accident
is consequently increased.
.Do not engage the clutch (i.e.,
release the clutch pedal) sud-
denly when starting the vehicle.
By doing so the vehicle might
unexpectedly accelerate or the
transmission could malfunction.
CAUTION
Shift into reverse ONLY when the
vehicle has completely stopped. It
may cause damage to the transmis-
sion to try shifting into reverse when
the vehicle is moving.
&Shifting speeds!Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel econ-
omy and vehicle performance during
normal driving is ensured by shifting up
at the speeds listed in the following table.
Shift up mph (km/h)
1st to 2nd 15 (24)
2nd to 3rd 25 (40)
3rd to 4th 40 (64)
4th to 5th 45 (72)
5th to 6th50 (80)
!Shift-up indicator (STI)The shift-up indicator appears to informthe driver about the upshift timing.
The shift-up indicator can be activated or
deactivated. For details, refer to“Gear
position indicator (MT models)/Shift-up
indicator (STI)”F3-34.
!Maximum allowable speeds
The following table shows the maximum
speeds that are possible with each differ-
ent gear. The tachometer’s needle will
enter the red area if these speeds are
exceeded.
With the exception of cases where sudden
acceleration is required, do not drive the
vehicle with the tachometer’s needle in-
side the red area. Failure to observe this
precaution can lead to excessive engine
wear and poor fuel economy.
GearSTI
mph (km/h)Except STI
mph (km/h)
1st 31 (50) 30 (49)
2nd 51 (82) 55 (88)
WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure
that the vehicle is not travelling at a
speed exceeding the Maximum Al-
lowable Speed for the gear which is
about to be selected. Failure to
observe this precaution can lead to
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engine over-revving and this in turn
can result in engine damage.
In addition, sudden application of
engine brakes when the vehicle is
travelling on a slippery surface can
lead to wheel locking; as a conse-
quence, control of the vehicle may
be lost and the risk of an accident
increased.NOTENever exceed the posted speed limit.&Driving tips
NOTEIf the accelerator and brake pedals are
depressed at the same time, driving
torque may be restrained. This is not a
malfunction.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to
hold your vehicle at a standstill on an
upgrade. Either of those actions may
cause clutch damage.
Do not drive with your hand resting on the
shift lever. This may cause wear on the
transmission components.
When it is necessary to reduce vehicle
speed due to slow traffic, turning corners,
or driving up steep hills, downshift to alower gear before the engine starts to
labor.
On steep downgrades, downshift the
transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear
as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe
speed and to extend brake pad life.
In this way, the engine provides a braking
effect. Remember, if you“ride”(over use)
the brakes while descending a hill, they
may overheat and not work properly.
The engine may, on rare occasions, knock
when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or
rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This
phenomenon is not an indication of a
problem in your vehicle.
Driver’s Control Center Dif-
ferential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI)
WARNING
Always use the utmost care when
driving. Being overconfident be-
cause you are driving a vehicle with
a driver’s control center differential
could easily lead to a serious acci-
dent.
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CAUTION
.All the indicators will flash in the
event that the driver’scontrol
center differential has a malfunc-
tion. Have the vehicle inspected
by your SUBARU dealer.
.If a malfunction occurs in the
vehicle (for example, when the
rear differential oil temperature
warning light illuminates), all of
the indicators may disappear and
the setting value for the initial
limited slip differential (LSD) tor-
que of the driver’s control center
differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) may
be cancelled. However, it does
not indicate a malfunction of the
C.DIFF/DCCD itself.
The driver’s control center differential
allows you to freely change the degree of
limitation of the differential action (limited
slip differential (LSD) torque) of your
vehicle’s center differential.
By using the center differential control
switch, you can set an initial LSD torque
to match the road surface conditions,
driving conditions and your driving style.The driver’s control center differential has
the following modes.
.Auto mode: the system automatically
adjusts the initial LSD torque.
.Manual mode: you can change to the
desired mode manually by using the
center differential control switch.
NOTEIf you rapidly depress and release the
accelerator pedal while driving at low
speed, you may hear a knocking sound
from the vicinity of the center differen-
tial and rear differential. This sound
occurs because of the structure of the
center differential. It does not indicate a
problem.
&To change mode of driver’s
control center differentialPress the“AUTO-MANU”switch on the
center console to switch from auto mode to
manual mode or vice versa. When you
select the auto mode, the“AUTO”indicator
appears. When you select the manual
mode, the“AUTO”indicator disappears.
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Continuously variable trans-
missionThe continuously variable transmission is
electronically controlled and provides an
infinite number of forward speeds and 1
reverse speed. It also has a manual mode.
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
.Observe the following precau-
tions. Otherwise, the transmis-
sion could be damaged.
–Shift into the“P”or“R”posi-
tion only after the vehicle has
completely stopped.
–Do not shift from the“D”
position into the“R”position
or vice versa until the vehicle
has completely stopped.
.Do not race the engine for more
than 5 seconds in any position
except the“N”or“P”positionwhen the brake is applied or
when chocks are used in the
wheels. This may cause the
transmission fluid to overheat.
.Never move the vehicle as fol-
lows. Doing so may result in an
unexpected accident or malfunc-
tion.
–Moving rearward by inertia
with the select lever set in a
forward driving position.
–Moving forward by inertia with
the select lever set in the“R”
position.
.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.
NOTE.When the engine coolant tempera-
ture is still low, the transmission will
upshift to higher engine speeds than
when the coolant temperature is suffi-
ciently high in order to shorten the
warm-up time and improve driveability.
The gearshift timing will automaticallyshift 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 climb-
ing a long, steep hill, the engine speed
or the vehicle speed may automatically
be reduced. This is not a malfunction.
This phenomenon results from the
engine control function maintaining
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. Take extremely care
when driving under a heavy load.
.The continuously variable transmis-
sion is a chain type system that pro-
vides superior transmission efficiency
for maximum fuel economy. At times,
depending on varying driving condi-
tions, a chain operating noise may be
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