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
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A: COMPONENT
1. DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY
Front
Rear
Inner remote ASSY
Front door latch and door lock actuator ASSY
Door outer handle
Door outer handle cover
Key cylinder (driver's side only)
Door outer handle spacer
Front door outer handle frame ASSY
WARNING
● Do not remote start a vehicle in an enclosed environment (e.g. closed garage).
Prolonged operation of a motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful
build-up of Carbon Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is harmful to your health. Exposure
to high levels of Carbon Monoxi
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