Subaru Outback (BR): Shift lock release using the shift lock release button
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 brake pedal, insert the electronic parking brake release
tool into the hole, press the shift lock release button using the tool, and then
move the select lever.
NOTE
To prevent damage to the shift lock cover, cover the tip of the flat-head screwdriver
with vinyl tape or a cloth before removing the cover.
If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, the shift
lock system may be malfunctioning. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as
soon as possible.
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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
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for
more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
The power steering system operates only when the
SEE MORE:
A: INSPECTION
Check the rear differential mount bushing for
cracks, hardening or damage. If cracking, hardening
or damage is excessive, replace rear differential
mount bushing.
B: REPLACEMENT
CAUTION:
If there was so much rust in the rear differential
mount bushing, remove the rust before
starti
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