2006 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 117

3-4 Instruments and controls 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 sunroof or other controls or even make the vehicle move. switch. In this position the electrical accessories (radio, cigarette lighter, etc.) can be used. This is the normal operating position after the engine is started. The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON” position. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running. ACC ON NOTE The engine may not start in the following cases: 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. 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. Also, if a large keyholder is attached to the key, your knees or hands may accidentally touch it in a way that turns the ignition START The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder. 300567 For vehicle with immobilizer 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 in the ignition switch and turn it to the “START” position and again try to start the engine. 300568