Subaru Forester: Shift lock release
If the select lever cannot be operated, turn the ignition switch back to the “ON” position then move the select lever to the “P” position with the brake pedal depressed.
If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, perform the following steps.
. When the select lever cannot be
shifted from “P” to “N”:
Refer to “Shift lock release using the shift
lock release button”.
. When the select lever cannot be
shifted from “N” to “R” or “P”:
Within 60 seconds after placing the ignition
switch in the “Acc” position, move the
select lever to the “R” or “P” position with
the brake pedal depressed.
If you must perform the above procedure, the shift lock system (or the vehicle control system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible.
If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, refer to “Shift lock release using the shift lock release button”.
Shift lock function
The shift lock function helps prevent the
improper operation of the select lever.
- The select lever cannot be operated
unless the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position and the bra ...
Shift lock release using the shift lock release button
Perform the following procedure to release
the shift lock.
1. Apply the parking brake and stop the
engine.
2. Remove the shift lock cover using a
flat-head screwdriver. The shift lock rele ...
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Power Mirrors
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Move the selector switch to L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or
passenger mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired di ...
Tilt steering column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. The tilt lever is located on the
steering column, below the turn signal lever.
Push the lever down to unlock the steering c ...
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