2008 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 234

7-12 Starting and operating & Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start 1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the keyless entry system. If the vehicle's doors are unlocked manually using the key, the vehicle's alarm system will trigger and the remote engine start system will turn off. Inserting the key into the ignition switch and turning it to the "ON" position or pressing the unlock button " " on the remote keyless entry transmitter will disarm the alarm system. Refer to the "Alarm system" section in chapter 2. 2. Enter the vehicle. Do not press the brake pedal. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn to the "ON" position. If the ignition switch is accidentally turned to the "START" position, the system's "starter anti-grind" feature will prevent the starter from re-cranking. 4. Press the brake pedal. The remote starter disengages, the vehicle's power window features are re-enabled and the vehicle will operate normally. transmitter within a few seconds immediately following remote engine start shutdown. & Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle Before exiting the vehicle, set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the system starts the vehicle, the heater or air-conditioning will activate and heat or cool the interior to your setting. start. ! To disengage the service mode Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position, depress and hold the brake pedal, then press and release the " " button on the remote control transmitter three times. The system will pause for 1 second and flash the turn signal lights 1 time indicating that the system has exited service mode. NOTE When taking your vehicle in for service, it is recommended that you inform the service personnel that your vehicle is equipped with a remote control start system. & Service mode In service mode, the remote start function is temporarily disabled to prevent the system from unexpectedly starting the engine while being serviced. ! To engage the service mode Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position, depress and hold the brake pedal, then press and release the " " button on the remote control transmitter three times. The system will pause for 1 second and then flash the turn signal lights and honk the horn three times indicating that the system is in service mode. When attempting to activate the remote start system while in service mode, the turn signal lights will flash and the horn will honk two times and will not & Remote transmitter programming and programmable feature option New transmitters can be programmed to the engine starter system in the event that remote transmitters are lost, stolen or damaged. The remote engine start system also has one programmable feature that can be adjusted for user preference. The remote engine starter system can be programmed to either make an audible horn chirp upon remote start activation or not. Remote transmitter programming and & Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is opened by the remote keyless entry