Subaru Smart Engine Start 2013 User manual

Smart Engine Start
Owner's Guide
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Using Smart Engine Start safely and correctly
The following signs are used in this manual to indicate situations which could lead
to injury of the driver or other people, and instructions on how to avoid them. These
instructions are important for safety. Please make sure to read and observe the
instructions given.
Warning Failure to observe instructions could lead to serious injury
or death.
Caution Failure to observe instructions could lead to accidents,
injury or vehicle damage.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning
• Smart Engine Start is for vehicles with automatic transmission equipped with
Keyless Access and Start system only. Do not use it for manual transmission
vehicles.
• This product is applicable only to vehicles with 12V DC, negative grounding
specifications. Do not use in vehicles with 24V specifications. Otherwise,
damage to the unit or a fire may result.
• Do not allow children to play with remote keyless entry or Smart Engine Start
systems. The doors may be locked or unlocked, and the engine may be
started unintentionally.
• If an unusual event occurs, such as liquids spilling onto the product, or the product
emitting smoke or strange odors, stop using it immediately and consult the dealer
from whom you purchased it. Continued use of the product before corrective
actions are taken may result in an accident, injury, or fire.
• Never pull the plastic bag in which this product is packaged over your head.
Otherwise, a serious injury or death from suffocation may occur.
• The vehicle must be within view of anyone using Smart Engine Start. Starting the
engine when the vehicle is not in view may result in an accident.
Caution
• Do not use this product for applications other than in-vehicle use. An electric shock
or injury may result.
• Do not operate Smart Engine Start if the Check Engine Light stays on and engine
service is required.
• Never attempt to disassemble or modify the product. An accident, fire, or electric
shock may result.
• When replacing fuses, be sure to use fuses with the same specified capacity
(amperage). Otherwise, damage to the unit or vehicle, fire, or electric shock
may result.
• All features may not be applicable to all vehicle models.
• Contents subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Caution
Do not start the engine in an enclosed area (such
as a garage or indoor parking lot) where too much
exhaust may accumulate and create a hazardous
environment with potential for CO poisoning.
Caution
Do not start the engine if a person or pet is present
in or near the vehicle. The windows and power seats
can accidentally be switched on, leading to injury.
Caution
Do not start the engine near dry foliage, paper, or
otherammablesubstances.Theexhaustpipeand
exhaustemissionscancreatearehazardathigh
temperatures.
Caution
Do not use Smart Engine Start from a distance where
the vehicle cannot be seen. Children or small animals
should not be near the vehicle.
Caution
The general operating temperature of Smart Engine
Start under ideal conditions is above -22°F (-30°C).
Due to multiple vehicle variables, this operating
temperaturemayuctuate.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Caution
Always shut off the windshield wipers and radio after
parking. If left on, such components may be damaged
by Smart Engine Start in extremely cold weather.
Check that all vehicle windows are closed and all
doors locked after parking.
Caution
Do not start the engine with a car cover still on the
vehicle. The exhaust pipe and exhaust emissions are
capableofstartingareathightemperatures.
Caution
Avoid using Smart Engine Start when the fuel level is
low. You may run out of fuel and be unable to restart
the engine.
Caution
To help reduce the risk of injury during engine service,
Smart Engine Start will not function while the hood is
open.