Ignition Switch (Models Without Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System ); Key Positions - Subaru impreza 2017 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
The key can only be inserted
or removed in this position.
LOCK The ignition switch will lock
the steering wheel when you
remove the key.
In this position the electrical
accessories (audio, acces-
ACC
sory power outlet, etc.) can
be used.
This is the normal operating
ON position after starting the en-
gine.
The engine is started in this
START
position.