If the access key fob is not detected within the operating range of the antennas inside the vehicle, the push-button ignition switch and the engine start cannot be operated.
Even when the access key fob is outside the vehicle, if it is placed too close to the glass, it may be possible to switch the power or to start the engine.
Do not leave the access key fob in the following places. It may become impossible to operate the push-button ignition switch and the engine start.
- On the instrument panel
- On the floor
- Inside the glove box
- Inside the door trim pocket
- On the rear seat
- On the rear shelf (Legacy)
- Inside the trunk (Legacy)
- At the corner of the cargo area
When operating the push-button ignition switch or starting the engine, if the access key fob battery is discharged, perform the procedure described in “Access Key Fob – If Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly” P476. In such a case, replace the battery immediately. Refer to “Replacing Battery of Access Key Fob” P536.

Switching Power Status

Operation indicator
Push-button ignition switch

The power status is switched every time the push-button ignition switch is pressed.

Carry the access key fob, and sit in the driver’s seat.
Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position.
Press the push-button ignition switch without depressing the brake pedal. Every time the button is pressed, the power is switched in the sequence of “OFF”, “ACC”, “ON” and “OFF”. When the engine is stopped and the push-button ignition switch is in “ACC” or “ON”, the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch illuminates in orange.

Power status	Indicator color	Operation
OFF	Turned off	The power is turned off.
ACC	Orange	The following systems can be used: audio and accessory power outlet.
ON	Orange (while the engine is stopped)	All electrical systems can be used.
ON	Turned off (while the engine is running)	All electrical systems can be used.

CAUTION

To prevent the vehicle battery from discharging, do not leave the push-button ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position for a long time.
To avoid a malfunction, observe the following precautions.
- Do not spill drinks or other liquids on the push-button ignition switch
- Do not touch the push-button ignition switch with a hand that is soiled with oil or other contaminants.
- If the push-button ignition switch does not operate smoothly, stop the operation. Contact a SUBARU dealer immediately.
If the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch does not illuminate even when the instrument panel illumination is turned on, have the vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer.
If the vehicle was left in the hot sun for a long time, the surface of the push-button ignition switch may get hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.

NOTE

When operating the push-button ignition switch, firmly press it all the way.
If the push-button ignition switch is pressed quickly, the power may not turn on or off.
If the indicator light on the push-button ignition switch flashes in green when the push-button ignition switch is pressed, the steering is locked. When this occurs, press the push-button ignition switch while turning the steering wheel left and right.

Battery drainage prevention function

When the push-button ignition switch is left in the “ACC” or “ON” position for approximately 1 hour, the push-button ignition switch will be automatically switched to “OFF” to prevent the battery from going dead. This function is activated when the select lever is in the “P” position.