Subaru 2005 Legacy User Manual

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Starting and operating

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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 bucket.

3. Remove the cover by prying on the edge with a flat-

head screwdriver.

4. Insert the screwdriver into the hole.

5. Push down on the screwdriver and move the selec-

tor lever from the “P” to the “N” position.

6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. Depress

the brake pedal and start the engine.

Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer im-

mediately to have the system repaired.

UB7200BA

UB7201BA