Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: 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.
If turning the key is difficult, turn the steering wheel slightly to the right and left as you turn the key.
The key can be turned from the "ACC" to "LOCK" position only when the select lever is in the "P" position (CVT models) and the key is pushed in while turning it (all models).
ACC
In this position the electrical accessories (audio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used.
ON
This is the normal operating position after the engine is started.
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.
CAUTION
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 into 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.
Ignition switch (models without "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 steering
wheel, preventing steering
control. And when ...
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 ignition switc ...
Other materials:
Map lights
Type A
Type B
To turn on the map light, push the switch.
To turn it off, push the switch again.
NOTE
For the type A map lights, although the
light switches are in the ON position,
the lights are automatically turned off
after approximately 30 seconds of
illumination to prevent the veh ...
Welcome screen
When the door is unlocked and the
driver's door is opened, the welcome
screen will appear for a short time.
NOTE
The welcome screen will disappear
when the ignition switch is turned to
the "ON" position while the welcome
screen is displayed.
If any of the doors (including the
re ...
Braking tips
WARNING
Never rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. This can cause
dangerous overheating of the
brakes and needless wear on the
brake pads and linings.
When the brakes get wet
When driving in rain or after washing the
vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a
result, brake stopping d ...
