2022 Subaru Outback Ignition Switch (Models without Push-Button Start System)
Ignition Switch (Models without Push-Button Start System)
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, always 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 moonroof 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” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, thereby stopping the engine.
- Also, if the key is attached to a keyholder 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.
Key Positions
| Position | Description |
| 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. |
| ACC | In this position, the electrical accessories (audio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. |
| ON | This is the normal operating position after starting the engine. |
| START | The engine is started in this position. |
CAUTION
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running.
NOTE
- To turn the key from the “ACC” to the “LOCK” position, the select lever must be in the “P” position and the key must be pushed in and turned.
- If your registered key fails to start the engine, pull out the key once (the security indicator light will blink), and then insert the key again and turn it to the “START” position again to restart the engine.
- The engine may not start in the following cases
- The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder
- The key is near another key that contains an immobilizer transponder
- The key is near or touching another transmitter
Key Reminder Chime
The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened and the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position. The chime stops under the following conditions.
- The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
- The key is removed from the ignition switch.
- The driver’s door is closed.
Ignition Switch Light
For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates when the driver’s door is opened or when the driver’s door is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The light remains illuminated for approximately 30 seconds and gradually turns off under the following conditions.
- The driver’s door is closed.
- The doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter
The light gradually turns off under the following conditions.
- The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
- The doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter