Running Out Of Fuel (Diesel Engine Models) - Subaru Impreza 2016 Manual

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In case of emergency/Running out of fuel (diesel engine models)
Running out of fuel (diesel
engine models)
CAUTION
. Do not try to start the engine
before refueling and operating
the priming pump. Doing so
could damage the engine and
fuel system.
. Do not operate the starter motor
for more than 30 seconds of total
time. Doing so could overheat
the starter motor and discharge
the vehicle battery.
Perform the following procedure to restart
the engine.
1. Refuel your vehicle.
For the fuel requirements and refueling
procedure, refer to Fuel F7-3.
1) Priming pump
2. Operate the priming pump located in
the front passenger s side of the engine
compartment by depressing the pumping
knob until you feel strong resistance to
bleed the trapped air from the fuel system.
3. Try to start the engine within 15
seconds of starter motor operation.
If the engine does not start, perform step 2
once again and restart the engine within
15 seconds of starter motor operation.
If the engine still does not start the second
time, we recommend that you contact your
nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.
4. After starting the engine, depress the
accelerator pedal lightly until the engine
runs smoothly. Also, confirm that all
warning and indicator lights have turned
off. The fuel injection system automatically
lowers the idle speed as the engine
warms up.