Sport Mode; Shift Lock Release - Subaru FORESTER Manual

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Starting and operating
& SPORT mode
SPORT mode is used when power is
needed for rapid acceleration or for uphill
driving. To select this mode, move the
selector lever from the "D" position to the
manual gate.
When selected, the SPORT mode indica-
tor light on the combination meter will
illuminate.
To deselect SPORT mode, move the
selector lever to the "D" position or select
manual mode.
To subsequently reselect SPORT mode,
move the selector lever to the "D" position
and from there to the manual gate.
In this mode, the transmission shifts up at
higher vehicle speeds and shifts down
more responsively than in normal mode.
& Shift lock release
If the selector lever does not move from
the "P" position with the brake pedal
depressed and the ignition switch in the
"ON" position, perform the following steps:
To override the shift lock:
1. Set the parking brake and stop the
engine.
2. Take out the screwdriver from the tool
bag.
3. Remove the cover by prying on the
edge with a flat-head screwdriver.