Subaru Outback: Manual transmission
WARNING
● Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch
pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking
has no effect in either of these conditions and the risk of an accident is consequently
increased.
● Do not engage the clutch (i.e., release the clutch pedal) suddenly when starting
the vehicle. By doing so the vehicle might unexpectedly accelerate or the transmission
could malfunction.

The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed, 6-forward-speed and 1-reverse-
speed transmission. The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob.
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CAUTION
Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped. It may cause
damage to the transmission to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving.
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The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal
driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.
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A: REMOVAL
1. TRUNK LID DAMPER STAY
1) Open the trunk lid.
2) Remove the trunk lid damper stay.
Float the lock pin using a flat tip screwdriver, etc. and slide it.
Remove the trunk lid damper stay by pulling the damper stay mounting
point.
2. TRUNK LID HINGE
1) Open the trunk lid.
2) Remove
The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. A genuine SUBARU hitch
is available from your SUBARU dealer.
If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to
your vehicle and trailer. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you
in choosing an
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