Subaru 2016 WRX Quick Reference Manual page 21

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Automatic Transmission Shift Modes
The automatic transmission gives you vehicle control with two different driving
modes: Normal Mode and Manual Mode.
Normal Mode
When the selector lever is in the "D" (Drive) position, the transmission is in
Normal shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel shows
"D", and the transmission automatically shifts into a suitable forward gear.
Manual Mode
In Manual Mode, you select the desired gear position to obtain necessary
acceleration and engine braking. Moving the selector lever left into the manual
gate from the "D" (Drive) position causes the transmission to change into
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Manual Mode. To shift, use the paddle shift control switches. The shift position
indicator shows the selected gear position.
When Manual Shifting Operation is Possible
• Arrow-shaped lights in the center of the instrument panel show whether an
upshift is possible and whether a downshift is possible.
• Both arrows are on: Upshifting and downshifting are both possible.
• Up arrow only is on: Only upshifting is possible.
• Down arrow only is on: Only downshifting is possible.
(if equipped)
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