Subaru Legacy Quiz
Instruments and controls

Ignition switch light

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For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates when driver’s door is opened or when the driver’s door is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter.

The light remains illuminated for approximately 30 seconds and gradually turns off under the following conditions.

● When the driver’s door is closed ● When the doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter

The light gradually turns off under the following conditions.

● When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position ● When the doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter

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