Subaru Forester: Shifting speeds - Manual transmission - Starting and operating - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Shifting speeds

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 f ...

Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table. ...

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Maximum gradient-climbing capability
If the load on the front axle is reduced when pulling away on a steep uphill slope, the front wheels have a tendency to spin. 4ETS recognizes this and brakes the wheels accordingly. The rear wh ...

Compass Zone Selection
In most areas, there is a variation between magnetic north and true north. Zone selection is required so the compass can compensate for this variation. To check and select the zone, do this: ...

Tpm system messages
When a problem is detected, the warning lamp will illuminate or flash. A text message will be displayed. Until the fault is rectified, the warnings will be repeated each time the ignition is switc ...