Subaru Forester: Starting and stopping engine (models with push-button start system) / Steering lock
After stopping the engine and any door
including the rear gate is opened, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the
steering lock function.
When the engine is restarted, the steering
lock will be automatically released.
When the steering lock cannot be
released

- Operation indicator
- Push-button ignition switch
When you cannot restart the engine due to
the steering lock, check the status of
operation indicator and perform the following
steps.
Operation indicator flashing in green
- Check that the select lever is set in the
“P” position.
- Depress the brake pedal and keep it.
- Press the push-button ignition switch
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.
Operation indicator flashing in orange
There may be a malfunction in the steering
lock function. Immediately contact your
nearest SUBARU dealer.
Stop the vehicle completely.
Move the select lever to the “P”
p..
WARNING
There are some general precautions
when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in “General precautions
when starting engine”...
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To change the setting of your vehicle’s
alarm system for activation or deactivation,
do the following.
Disarm the alarm system. Refer to
“Disarming the system”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all
doors, the rear gate and engine hood...
You should allow for considerably more
stopping distance when towing a trailer.
Avoid sudden braking because it may
result in skidding or jackknifing and loss
of control.
Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and
rapid lane changes.
Slow down before turning...