Key lock-in prevention function
This function prevents the doors from being locked with the key still in the ignition switch.
See also:
One Gear Shy
To solve the problem for good, and improve the car markedly, Subaru needs to
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Door open indicator light
When any of the doors, the rear gate (Outback) or the trunk lid (Legacy) is not
fully closed, the door open indicator light illuminates. This function is effective
even if the ignition switch is ...
Behavior with key lock-in prevention function non-operational
• If the lock lever is turned to the rear (“LOCK”) position with the driver’s door open and the driver’s door is then closed with the lock lever in that position, the driver’s door is locked.
• If th ...