Shift Lock Release - Subaru Legacy Outback 2008 Owner's Manual

problem.
& 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 flat-head screwdriver
from the on board tool bag.
3. Remove the boot of the parking brake
lever by pulling it with your hands.
4. Carefully remove the four lugs of the
back side of the plate cover with both
hands, and remove the plate cover.
Left-hand drive vehicles
Right-hand drive vehicles
5. Insert the screwdriver into the hole.
Starting and operating
6. Push down on the screwdriver and
move the selector lever from the "P" to the
"N" position.
7. Remove the screwdriver from the hole.
Depress the brake pedal and start the
engine with the select lever in the "N"
position.
We recommend that you take your vehicle
to the nearest SUBARU dealer immedi-
ately to have the system repaired.
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