Shifting Speeds - Subaru Impreza 2016 Manual

& Shifting speeds
! Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel econ-
omy and vehicle performance during
normal driving is ensured by shifting up
at the speeds listed in the following table.
Shift up km/h (mph)
1st to 2nd 24 (15)
2nd to 3rd 40 (25)
3rd to 4th 64 (40)
4th to 5th 72 (45)
5th to 6th 80 (50)
Starting and operating/Manual transmission – 6 speeds
! Europe and Australia models
Type A
1) Upshift indicator
2) Downshift indicator
3) Gear position indicator
Type B
1) Upshift indicator
2) Downshift indicator
3) Gear position indicator
The gear position indicator shows the
currently selected gear.
When shifting up is recommended for
good fuel economy, the upshift indicator
blinks. When shifting down is recom-
mended, the downshift indicator blinks.
NOTE
. Usually, the gear shift indicator is
guideline for driving more fuel-effi-
ciency and it also may operate to
prevent a possible engine stall at low
engine speed.
. Also, the gear shift indicator oper-
ates to prevent engine damage at high
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