Driving Tips; Si-Drive (If Equipped); Intelligent (I) Mode - Subaru WRX-STI Owner's Manual

& Driving tips
CAUTION
If the accelerator and brake pedals
are depressed at the same time,
driving torque may be restrained.
This is not a malfunction.
. Always apply the foot or parking brake
when the vehicle is stopped in the D or
R position.
. Always apply the parking brake when
parking your vehicle. Do not hold the
vehicle with only the mechanical friction
of the transmission.
. Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary
position on an uphill grade by using the
D position. Use the brake instead.
. The engine may, on rare occasions,
knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler-
ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.
This phenomenon does not indicate a
malfunction.

SI-DRIVE (if equipped)

SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive)
works to maximize engine performance,
control and efficiency.
This system consists of three modes:
Intelligent (I), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp
(S#). By adjusting the SI-DRIVE selector
(STI) or SI-DRIVE switches (except STI),
the character of the power unit changes.
& Intelligent (I) mode
! For smooth, efficient performance
driving
The Intelligent (I) mode provides well-
balanced performance with greater fuel
efficiency and smooth driveability without
stress. Power delivery is moderate during
Starting and operating/SI–DRIVE
acceleration for maximum fuel efficiency.
This is ideal for around-town driving and
situations that do not require full power
output. It provides better control in difficult
driving conditions, such as slippery roads
or loose surfaces, due to gentler throttle
response.
STI:
When the Intelligent (I) mode is selected,
a shift-up indicator on the combina-
tion meter will blink to signal the best time
to shift gears for maximum fuel efficiency.
Except STI:
The linear acceleration characteristic of
the Intelligent (I) mode is ideal for normal
driving usage.
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