2022 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Push Button Start Function

  1. Get into the vehicle while carrying the access key, with the vehicle in P range and the brake pedal OFF, and check that it cycles through ACC → IG ON → IG OFF every time the push button ignition switch is pressed, and that the indicator light for the push button ignition switch is illuminated in orange when the ignition switch is in the ACC and IG ON positions.
  2. Get into the vehicle while carrying the access key, with the vehicle in P range and the brake pedal ON, check that the indicator light for the push button ignition switch is illuminated in green.
    NOTE:

    While the select lever button is being pressed, the indicator light of the push button ignition switch does not illuminate in green even if the shift position is in the P range. 

  3. Get into the vehicle while carrying the access key, with the vehicle in P range and the brake pedal ON, check that the engine starts when you press the push button ignition switch.
  4. With the vehicle stopped, the engine running and in P range, check that the engine stops when you press the push button ignition switch.
  5. With the vehicle stopped, the engine running and in N range, check that the engine stops when you press the push button ignition switch, and cycles through ACC → IG ON each time you press the push button ignition switch.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.