2005 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 287
2005 Subaru Impreza Manual
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Starting and operating A shift interlock function is employed in the automatic transmission system to ensure safe starting of the vehicle. To shift the selector lever from the "P" to the any other position, you have to depress the brake pedal fully when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started. If the shift lever does not move from the "P" position with the brake pedal depressed, refer to the "Shift lock release" section in this chapter. R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle. To shift from the "N" to "R" position, first stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the "R" position. 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, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on. that the selector lever soon cannot be moved to the "P" position. If you find that the selector lever cannot be moved from the "N" position to the "P" position, turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and try again. Do not drive the vehicle with the selector lever in the "N" (neutral) position. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an accident is consequently increased. D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require. When more acceleration is required in this position, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift to 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. NOTE (Except Turbo models) If you stop the engine with the selector lever in the "N" position, move the selector lever to the "P" position immediately. Otherwise, you may find 7-24