Shift lock release – Subaru 2005 Impreza User Manual

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consequence, control of the vehicle may be lost

and the risk of an accident increased.

T Driving tips
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Always apply the foot or parking brake when the ve-

hicle is stopped in the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R” position.
y

Always set the parking brake when parking your ve-

hicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmis-

sion.
y

Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on

an uphill grade by using the “D”, “3”, “2”, or “1” position.

Use the brake instead.

The engine may, on rare occasions, knock when the

vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from

a standstill. This phenomenon is not an indication of a

problem in your vehicle.

Shift lock release

If the selector lever does not move from the “P” posi-

tion with the brake pedal depressed and the ignition

switch in the “ON” position, perform the following

steps:

To override the shift lock:

1. Set the parking brake and stop the engine.

2. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.

3. Remove the cover by prying on the edge with the

screwdriver.

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