Ignition Switch (Models Without Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System ); Lock - Subaru Crosstrek 2016 Owner's Manual

3-4
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.
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.