Subaru Outback (BR): Recommended shifting speeds
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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WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed
exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected.
Failure to observe this p
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill on an upgrade. Either of those actions may cause clutch damage.
Do not drive w
The automatic transmission is electronically controlled and provides 5 forward
speeds and 1 reverse speed. The continuously variable transmission is electronically
controlled and provides an infin
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A: PROCEDURE
Perform the diagnosis shown in the following DTC table.
When performing the diagnosis not listed in "List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)",
refer to the item on the
drive cycle. <Ref. to EN(H4SO)(diag)-45, Drive Cycle.>
1. PREPARATION FOR THE INSPECTION
MODE
1) Check that the
A: REMOVAL
NOTE:
Before conducting this procedure, drain the engine
oil completely.
1) Remove the engine from the vehicle. <Ref. to
ME(H4SO)-31, REMOVAL, Engine Assembly.>
2) Remove the intake manifold. <Ref. to
FU(H4SO)-17, REMOVAL, Intake Manifold.>
3) Remove the crank pulley. <R
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