Subaru 2003 Baja User Manual download pdf (Page 215)

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Starting and operating

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9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the en-

gine.

NOTE

Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid

levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.

Starting the engine

CAUTION

Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than ten

seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for

five to ten seconds, wait for ten seconds or more before trying

again.

J Starting the engine for manual transmission vehicle

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.

3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral.

Hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. The starter

motor will only operate when the clutch pedal is pressed fully to the floor.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation

of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator

light” section (Chapter 3).

5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing

the accelerator pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has

started.

If the engine does not start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn

the ignition switch to the “START” position again while depressing the ac-

celerator pedal half way down.

6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone off after the

engine has started. The fuel injection system automatically lowers the

idle speed as the engine warms up.

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Subaru 2003 Baja User Manual Page 215