Subaru Forester: START
The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON” position.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running.
If your registered key fails to start the engine, pull out the key once (the security indicator light will blink), and then insert the key in the ignition switch and turn it to the “START” position and again try to start the engine.
NOTE
The engine may not start in the following
cases:
- The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder.
- The key is near another key that contains an immobilizer transponder.
- The key is near or touching another transmitter.
ON
This is the normal operating position after
the engine is started. ...
Key reminder chime
The reminder chime sounds when the
driver’s door is opened and the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position.
The chime stops under the following
conditions.
- when the igni ...
See also:
Using the Heater
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes before you
feel warm air coming from the
system.
1. Select
.
When you select
, the system ...
Transfer Switch (if equipped)
Transfer Switch
(if equipped)
The transfer switch is located on the center of the instrument panel. For details
on how to use this switch, refer to “Using the Transfer Switch” in the “OPER ...
Heated seats (if equipped)
WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical
conditions, ...
