Subaru Outback (BR): Selecting reverse gear
CAUTION
Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped. It may cause
damage to the transmission to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving.

1) Slider
You must raise the slider and hold it in that position before you can move the
shift lever to the “R” position.
To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever, and gradually
let up on the clutch pedal.
If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release
the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.
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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.
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
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The indicator light flashes during activation of the skid suppression function
and during activation of the traction control function.
NOTE
● The light may remain illuminated for a short period of time after the engine
has been started, especially in cold weather. This does not indicate
CAUTION
If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the select lever
into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the select lever of a moving vehicle
into the “P” position.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.
3. Shift the se
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