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 ...
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If the light illuminates steadily
If the light illuminates steadily while driving
or does not turn off after the engine starts,
an emission control system malfunction
has been detected.
You should have your vehicle checked by
...
Trip computer
The computer memory stores data for a
journey or series of journeys until it is reset to
zero.
The displayed information is for guidance only,
as it can be affected by traffic, road and
weather c ...
Changing a flat tire
- Do not jack up the vehicle on an
incline or a loose road surface.
The jack can come out of the
jacking point or sink into the
ground and this can result in a
severe accident.
- Use onl ...
