Subaru Forester: R (Reverse) - Select lever - Automatic transmission - Starting and operating - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: R (Reverse)

This position is for backing the vehicle.

To shift from the “N” to “R” position, stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “R” position.

When the ignition switch has been turned to the “LOCK” position, movement of the select lever from the “N” position to the “R” position is possible for a limited time period by depressing the brake pedal, and then it becomes impossible. For details, refer to “Shift lock function”.

    P (Park)
    This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. When you park the vehicl ...

    N (Neutral)
    This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmission are not locked. In this position, the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, eve ...

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    Paging
    To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies, which time out a little too soon to work properly with the Ucon ...

    Audio volume and automatic volume control
    The infotainment system compensates for disrupting noises in the passenger compartment by increasing the volume according to the speed of the vehicle. The level of sound compensation can be se ...

    Hazard warning flashers
    Location of the hazard warning flasher button The hazard warning flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard. To activate the flashers, press the button i ...