Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light; Immobilizer Indicator Light; Sport Mode Indicator Light (At Models); Select Lever And Gear Position Indicator (At Models) - Subaru Forester 2012 Owner's Manual

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Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation indi-
cator light
It blinks when the skid suppression func-
tion is activated. It illuminates when only
the traction control function is operating.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably malfunctioning under any of the
following conditions. We recommend that
you have your vehicle checked at a
SUBARU dealer immediately.
. The light does not illuminate when the
ignition switch is turned to the "ON"
position.
. The light does not turn off even after a
period of approximately 2 seconds after
the ignition switch has been turned to the
"ON" position.
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Immobilizer indicator
light
The immobilizer indicator light deters
potential thieves by indicating that the
vehicle is equipped with an immobilizer
system. It begins flashing under any of the
following conditions.
. Models with "keyless access with
push-button start system"
Immediately after the push-button ignition
switch is turned to the "OFF" position.
. Models without "keyless access
with push-button start system"
– Approximately 60 seconds after the
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ignition switch is turned from the "ON"
position to the "Acc" or "LOCK" posi-
tion.
– Immediately after the ignition key is
pulled out.
If the immobilizer indicator light does not
flash, it may indicate that immobilizer
system is not working properly. We re-
commend that you contact your nearest
SUBARU dealer immediately.
In case an unauthorized key is used, the
immobilizer indicator light illuminates.
For information about the immobilizer
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system, refer to
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NOTE
Even if the immobilizer indicator light
flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the
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light does not flash if its fuse is blown),
the immobilizer system will function
normally.
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SPORT mode indicator
light (AT models)
When the select lever is moved to the
manual gate, the SPORT mode is se-
lected and the indicator light illuminates.
Refer to
& Select lever and gear posi-
Type A and B combination meter
F2-3.
Immobilizer"
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Type D combination meter
Instruments and controls
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SPORT mode"
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tion indicator (AT models)
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