1998 Subaru Legacy Owner's Manual - Page 36

Door open warning lights HB0230 HB0010 Your vehicle is equipped with door open warning lights. When a door is not fully closed, a light comes on indicating specifically which door it is. When all doors are properly closed, all of the door open warning lights go out. Always make sure these lights are out before starting to drive. Security system (if equipped) The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the headlights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle. The starter motor is also interrupted to prevent starting the vehicle without a key. J System operation The security system will give the following alarm: D The headlights flash and the horn sounds intermittently. In addition, the starter motor will not operate. D The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to 3 minutes; however, the alarm will reactivate if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm is activated by: D Opening the door, rear gate or trunk lid without using the key (even if the door is opened by releasing the inside door lock lever or opening the trunk lid by operating the trunk lid release). 1-8