Subaru Outback (BR): 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 in this position, depress the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. To use the manual mode, move the lever from this position into the manual gate.
NOTE (AT models only)
Automatic downshifts to 4th or 3rd may occur even when driving on a level road depending on conditions, such as how hard you depress the brake pedal.
While climbing a grade
When driving up a hill, undesired upshift is prevented from taking place when the accelerator is released. This minimizes the chance of subsequent downshifting to a lower gear when accelerating again. This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting resulting in a smoother operation of the vehicle.
NOTE
The transmission may downshift, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is depressed to accelerate the vehicle again.
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Shift lock function
The shift lock function helps prevent the improper operation of the select lever.
● The select lever cannot be operated unless the ignition switch is turned to
the “ON” position and the b
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 ped
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
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Type A audio set (if equipped)
The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON”
position.
● Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-6
● Radio operation: refer to page 5-9
● Satellite radio operation (if equipped): refer to page 5-13
● CD (compact disc) play
Illumination brightness control
The illumination brightness of the clock display, audio, air conditioner, multi
function display and meter/gauge dims under the following conditions.
● when the light switch is in the “ ” or “ ” position
● when the light switch is in the “AUTO” position and the headligh
