Steering Lock; Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option) - Subaru Ascent 2023 Manual

& Steering lock
After stopping the engine and any door
including the rear gate is opened, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the
steering lock function.
When the engine is restarted, the steering
lock will be automatically released.
! When the steering lock cannot be
released
1 Operation indicator
2 Push-button ignition switch
When you cannot restart the engine due to
the steering lock, check the status of
operation indicator and perform the follow-
ing steps.
! Operation indicator flashing in
green
1. Check that the select lever is set in the
"P" position.
2. Depress the brake pedal and keep it.
3. Press the push-button ignition switch
while turning the steering wheel left
and right.
! Operation indicator flashing in
orange
There may be a malfunction in the steering
lock function. Immediately contact your
nearest SUBARU dealer.

Remote engine start system (dealer option)

7-6. Remote engine start
system (dealer option)
WARNING
. There are some general precau-
tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in "General precau-
tions when starting engine"
�P344.
. Do not remote start a vehicle in an
enclosed environment (e.g.
closed garage). Prolonged opera-
tion of a motor vehicle in an
enclosed environment can cause
a harmful build-up of carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is
harmful to your health. Exposure
to high levels of carbon monox-
ide can cause headaches, dizzi-
ness or in extreme cases uncon-
sciousness and/or death.
The remote engine start system allows you
to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
In addition, the remote engine start system
can activate the heater or air conditioner,
providing you with a comfortable cabin
upon entry. For more details, refer to the
Owner's Manual supplement for the re-
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