Shift Lock Release - Subaru 2002 Forester Owner's Manual

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Position
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2
3
NOTE
D In order to prevent over-revving during acceleration of the
vehicle, the transmission will automatically shift to the next high-
est gear if the Maximum Allowable Speed for the current gear is
exceeded.
D Similarly, in order to prevent over-revving during deceleration
of the vehicle, the transmission will remain in the current gear if
the speed of the vehicle is in excess of the Maximum Allowable
Speed for the gear to which the selector lever has been moved.
B Driving tips
D Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is
stopped in the "D", "3", "2", "1", or "R" position.
D Always set the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not
hold the vehicle with only the transmission.
D Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade
by using the "D", "3", "2" or "1" position. Use the brake instead.
J Shift lock release
If the selector lever does not move from the "P" position with the brake
pedal depressed and the release button pushed in 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.
L
34 (54)
63 (101)
102 (164)
Starting and operating
mph (km/h)
S
34 (54)
62 (100)
101 (162)
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