Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Starting engine

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button ignition switch) / Starting engine

CAUTION Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10 seconds.

If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10 seconds, wait for 10 seconds or more before trying again.

NOTE It may be difficult to start the engine when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected (for maintenance or other purposes). This difficulty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle's self-diagnosis function. To overcome it, keep the ignition switch in the "ON" position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine.

General precautions when starting/stopping engine

WARNING Never start the engine from outside the vehicle (except when using the remote engine start system). It may result in an accident. Do not leave the en ...

MT models

Apply the parking brake. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. Depress the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the ...

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Shock sensors (dealer option)
The shock sensors trigger the alarm system when they sense impacts applied to the vehicle and when any of their electric wires is cut. The alarm system causes the horn to sound and the hazard warning flashers to flash for a short time when the sensed impact is weak, but it warns of a strong i ...