Subaru Outback (BR): Shift lock release
If the select lever cannot be operated, turn the ignition switch back to the
“ON” position then move the select lever to the “P” position with the select lever
button pressed and brake pedal depressed. If the select lever does not move after
performing the above procedure, perform the following steps.
● When the select lever cannot be shifted from “P” to “N”:
Refer to “Shift lock release using the shift lock release button” F7-21.
● When the select lever cannot be shifted from “N” to “R”, “P”:
Within 60 seconds after placing the ignition switch in the “Acc” position, move
the select lever to the “P” position with the select lever button pressed and brake
pedal depressed.
If you must perform the above procedure, the shift lock system (or the vehicle
control system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection
as soon as possible.
If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, refer
to “Shift lock release using the shift lock release button” F7-21.
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Perform the following procedure to release the shift lock.
1. Apply the parking brake and stop the engine.
2. Remove the shift lock cover using a flat-head screwdriver.
3. While depressing the
With the vehicle either moving or stationary, move the select lever from the
“D” position to the “M” position to select the manual mode.
1) Upshift indicator
2) Downshift indicator
3)
● On a road surface where there is a risk of wheelspin (for example, a snow- or gravel-covered road), you can pull away from a standstill safely and easily by first selecting the 2nd gear of the m
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A: REMOVAL
1) Move the seat all the way forward, from which the airbag sensor is to be
removed.
NOTE:
To remove the seat belt retractor assembly.
2) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds
before starting work.
4) Release th
WARNING
Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain
damage. If the AWD warning light flashes, promptly park in a safe place then check
whether all four tires are the same diameter and whether any of the tires has a
puncture or has lost air pressure for some
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