During Cold Weather Below -4 F (-20 C); Flooded Engine; Stopping The Engine - Subaru 1998 Impreza Owner's Manual

the ignition switch to the "START" position again while depressing the ac-
celerator pedal half way down.
6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the
engine has started. The fuel injection system automatically lowers the
idle speed as the engine warms up.
While the engine is warming up, make sure that the selector lever is at
the "P" or "N" position and that the parking brake is applied.
J During cold weather below – 4 F (– 20 C)
If the engine is difficult to start using the normal method (without de-
pressing the accelerator pedal), turn the ignition switch to the "START"
position while slightly depressing the accelerator pedal.
J Flooded engine
If the engine does not start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the en-
gine).
In case of a flooded engine, turn the starter motor for five seconds with
the accelerator pedal fully depressed. Repeat this two or three times until
the engine starts. Release the ignition switch and accelerator pedal as
soon as the engine starts.

Stopping the engine

WARNING
Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will
cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster,
making steering and braking more difficult. It could also result in
accidental activation of the "LOCK" position on the ignition
switch, causing the steering wheel to lock.
The ignition switch should be turned off only when the engine is idling.
Starting and operating
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