Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
Ignition Switch: Description and Operation
DESCRIPTION
IGNITION SWITCH
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The ignition switch has a function of giving the driver warning by sound if he or she opens the door with the key still in the "LOCK" or "ACC"
position.
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The ignition switches on the MT models have a safety mechanism that prevents inadvertent locking of the steering wheel during driving. The
driver cannot turn the ignition key from "ACC" to "LOCK" unless the key is pushed inward at the "ACC" position (arrow 1 in the drawing).
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The ignition switches on the AT models have a key interlock mechanism to avoid locking of the steering wheel during driving. The ignition key
can be turned to the "LOCK" position only when the select lever is in the P position.
NOTE: Should the key be impossible to turn to "LOCK" when the select lever is in the P position due to failure of the key interlock mechanism,
the interlocking can be cancelled by operating the release lever located on the underside of the steering column.
KEY REMINDER CHIME
The reminder chime sounds when the driver's door opens and the ignition key is in the "LOCK" or "ACC" position. The chime stops when the key is
removed from the ignition switch.
IGNITION SWITCH ILLUMINATION
The ignition switch illumination turns off 10 seconds after the driver's door is closed. An integrated module controls the off delay function.
