2007 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 113

Instruments and controls 3-5 contains an immobilizer transponder. . The key is near or touching another transmitter. Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges (Turbo models) NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses. & Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver's door opens and the key is in the "LOCK" or "Acc" position. The chime stops when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position or the key is removed from the ignition switch. & Ignition switch light For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light comes on when driver's door is opened. The light remains on for 5 seconds and goes out after driver's door is closed or if the key is turned to the "ON" position. The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works regardless of the position of the ignition switch. To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the hazard warning button on the instrument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again. & Combination meter illumination When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the various parts of the combination meter are illuminated in the following sequence: 1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter needles and gauge needles light up. 2. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MAX position. 3. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MIN position. 4. Meter and gauge dials, odometer and trip meter back light illuminate. 5. Regular illumination (for driving) begins. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work. - CONTINUED -