Subaru Crosstrek 2022, Owner'S Manual

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Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without
“
keyless access with push
–
button start system
”
)
Ignition switch (models with-
out
“
keyless access with
push-button start system
”
)
WARNING
.
Never turn the ignition switch to
the
“
LOCK
”
position while the
vehicle is being driven or towed
because that will lock the steer-
ing wheel, preventing steering
control. And when the engine is
turned off, it takes a much great-
er effort than usual to steer.
.
Before leaving the vehicle, al-
ways remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety and
never allow an unattended child
to remain in the vehicle. Failure
to follow this procedure could
result in injury to a child or
others. Children could operate
the power windows, the moon-
roof or other controls or even
make the vehicle move.
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it banged
against your knees or hands while
you are driving, it could turn the
ignition switch from the
“
ON
”
posi-
tion to the
“
ACC
”
or
“
LOCK
”
posi-
tion, thereby stopping the engine.
Also, if the key is attached to a key
holder or to a large bunch of other
keys, centrifugal force may act on it
as the vehicle moves, resulting in
unwanted turning of the ignition
switch.
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK, ACC, ON and START.
NOTE
.
Keep the ignition switch in the
“
LOCK
”
position when the engine is
not running.
.
Using electrical accessories for a
long time with the ignition switch in the
“
ON
”
or
“
ACC
”
position can cause the
battery to go dead.
.
If the ignition switch will not move
from the
“
LOCK
”
position to the
“
ACC
”
position, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the left and right as you turn
the ignition switch.
&
Key positions
Position Description
LOCK
The key can only be inserted
or removed in this position.
The ignition switch will lock
the steering wheel when you
remove the key.
ACC
In this position the electrical
accessories (audio, acces-
sory power outlet, etc.) can
be used.
ON
This is the normal operating
position after starting the en-
gine.
START
The engine is started in this
position.
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