Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System); Lock - Subaru Outback 2016 Manual

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Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push–button start system)
Ignition switch (models with-
out push-button start sys-
tem)
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK, ACC, ON and START.
WARNING
. Never turn the ignition switch to
"LOCK" while the vehicle is
being driven or towed because
that will lock the steering wheel,
preventing steering control. And
when the engine is turned off, it
takes a much greater 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 or other con-
trols or even make the vehicle
move.
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it bangs
against your knees while you are
driving, it could turn the ignition
switch from the "ON" position to the
"ACC" or "LOCK" position, thereby
stopping the engine.
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.
The key can be turned from the "ACC"
position to the "LOCK" position only when
the key is pushed in while turning it (all
models) and the select lever is in the "P"
position (CVT models).