Subaru Outback (BR): P (Park)
This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine.
In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.
When you park the vehicle, first apply the parking brake, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission.
To shift the select lever from the “P” to any other position, you should depress the brake pedal fully then move the select lever. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started.
NOTE
To protect the engine while the “P” position is selected, the engine is controlled such that the engine speed may not become too high even if the accelerator pedal is depressed hard.
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R (Reverse)
This position is for backing the vehicle. To shift from the “N” to “R” position,
stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “R” position.
N (Neutral)
This position is for restarting a stalled engine.
In this position the wheels and transmission are not locked. In this position,
the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on t
D (Drive)
This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into
a suitable gear according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.
When more acceleration is required
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Road Test with Continuously Variable Transmission
A: INSPECTION
1. GENERAL PRECAUTION
Road tests should be conducted to properly diagnose the condition of CVT.
CAUTION: Always observe the local traffic laws when performing the test.
2. D RANGE SHIFT FUNCTION
Make sure the engine speed is 1,100 - 1,300 rpm while driving on the level road at 50
Basic Diagnostic Procedure of Airbag System
A: PROCEDURE
Check List for Interview
A: CHECK
Identification
A: PROCEDURE
Identify the vehicle using the chassis number, part number of the airbag control module or Subaru Select Monitor.
NOTE: Proper identification is necessary to ensure proper diagnosis. Components are not interchange
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