Subaru Forester: Manual transmission
Manual transmission
The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed, 5-forward-speed and 1-reverse- speed transmission.
The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob. When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear, first return the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear.
To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever, and gradually let up on the clutch pedal.
If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.
- Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these conditions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.
- Do not engage the clutch (i.e., release the clutch pedal) suddenly when starting the vehicle.
By doing so the vehicle might unexpectedly accelerate or the transmission could malfunction.
Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped. It may cause damage to the transmission to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving.
Changing the remote control batteries
- Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the remote engine start transmitter when replacing the battery. - Be careful not to damage the printed circuit board in the remote engine st ...Shifting speeds
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Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions.
Notice: Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could cause damage
to the switch or break the key. Use the correct key, make sure i ...
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Displaying the range and current fuel consumption
Press the or
button on the steering wheel to
select the Trip menu.
Press the or
button to select current fuel consumption
and approximate range.
Current fuel consumption
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