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ing and braking more difficult. It
could also result in accidental acti-
vation of the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi-
tion on the ignition switch, causing
the steering wheel to lock.

Steering lock

After stopping the engine and the key is
removed from ignition switch, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering
lock function.
When the engine is restarted, the steering
lock will be automatically released.

When the steering lock cannot be
released

When you cannot unlock the steering
wheel, perform the following steps.
1. Check that the parking brake is ap-
plied.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
sories.
3. Check that the select lever is set in the
“P” position.
4. Depress the brake pedal and keep it
depressed.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

If you cannot unlock the steering wheel by
doing the steps, contact your nearest
SUBARU dealer.

Starting and stopping engine
(models with push-button
start system)

Safety precautions

Refer to “Safety precautions”

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Operating range for push-
button start system

Refer to “Operating range for push-button
start system”

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Starting engine

WARNING

There are some general precau-

tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in “Starting engine”

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If the indicator on the push-but-

ton ignition switch flashes in
green after the engine has
started, never drive the vehicle.
The steering is still locked, and it
may result in an accident.

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NOTE

It may be difficult to start the engine
when the battery has been discon-
nected and reconnected (for mainte-
nance or other purposes). This diffi-
culty is caused by the electronically
controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis
function. To overcome it, keep the
ignition switch in the “ON” position
for approximately 10 seconds before
starting the engine.

CAUTION

When the operation indicator on

the push-button ignition switch is
flashing in orange, there may be a
malfunction with the vehicle.
Contact a SUBARU dealer imme-
diately.

If the indicator on the push-but-

ton ignition switch is flashing in
green after the engine has
started, it means that the steering
is still locked. Depress the brake
pedal while moving the steering
wheel to the right and left, and
press the push-button ignition
switch.

Do not continue pushing the

push-button ignition switch for

more than 10 seconds. Doing so
could cause a malfunction. If the
engine does not start, stop push-
ing the push-button ignition
switch. Instead, press the push-
button ignition switch without
depressing the brake pedal to
switch the power status to
“OFF”. Wait 10 seconds, and then
push the push-button ignition
switch to start the engine.

NOTE

After the engine starts, the engine

speed will be kept high.

When the push-button ignition

switch is pressed while depressing
the clutch pedal (MT models) or the
brake pedal (CVT models), the engine
starter operates for a maximum of 10
seconds and after starting the engine,
the starter stops automatically.

When the push-button ignition

switch is pressed while depressing
the clutch pedal (MT models) or the
brake pedal (CVT models), the engine
can be started regardless of the status
of the push-button ignition switch.

If the security indicator light illumi-

nates when you attempt to start the
engine but the engine does not start,
press the push-button ignition switch

to switch the power to “OFF” and then
try to start the engine again.

If the engine does not start, press the

push-button ignition switch without
depressing the clutch pedal (MT mod-
els) or the brake pedal (CVT models) to
switch the power to “OFF”. Then, while
depressing the clutch pedal (MT mod-
els) or the brake pedal (CVT models)
more forcefully, press the push-button
ignition switch.

The engine start procedures may not

function depending on the radio wave
conditions around the vehicle. In such
a case, refer to “Starting engine”

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If the vehicle battery is discharged,

the steering cannot be unlocked.
Charge the battery.

Do not shift the select lever while the

starter is cranking.

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Operation indicator

Push-button ignition switch

When the push-button ignition switch is
pressed while depressing the clutch pedal
(MT models) or the brake pedal (CVT
models), the engine will start. The starting
procedure for the engine is as follows.

MT models

1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift the shift lever to neutral.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Depress the clutch pedal until the
indicator on the push-button ignition switch
turns green.
6. While depressing the clutch pedal,
press the push-button ignition switch.

NOTE

In case the engine does not start by the
normal engine start procedure, move
the shift lever to the neutral position,
and switch the power to “ACC”. De-
press the clutch pedal, and press the
push-button ignition switch for at least
15 seconds. The engine may start. Only
use this engine start procedure in case
of emergency.

CVT models

1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift the select lever into the “P”
position. The engine can also start when
the select lever is in the “N” position,
however, for safety reasons, start in the “P”
position.
4. Depress the brake pedal until the
operation indicator on the push-button
ignition switch turns green. When starting
with the select lever in the “N” position, the
indicator does not turn green.
5. While depressing the brake pedal,
press the push-button ignition switch.

NOTE

While pressing the select lever but-

ton in, the indicator on the push-button
ignition switch will not turn green even
when the select lever is in the “P”
position.

In case the engine does not start by

the normal engine start procedure,
move the select lever to the “P” posi-
tion, and switch the power to “ACC”.
Depress the brake pedal, and press the
push-button ignition switch for at least
15 seconds. The engine may start. Only
use this engine start procedure in case
of emergency.

When the engine is not started, the

brake pedal may feel stiff. In such a
case, depress the brake pedal more
forcefully than usual. Check that the
operation indicator on the push-button
ignition switch turns green, and press
the push-button ignition switch to start
the engine.

Stopping engine

1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. Move the select lever to the “P”
position (CVT models).
3. Press the push-button ignition switch.
The engine will stop, and the power will be
switched off.

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WARNING

Do not touch the push-button

ignition switch during driving.

When the push-button ignition
switch is operated as follows,
the engine will stop.

– The switch is pressed and held

for 3 seconds or longer.

– The switch is pressed briefly 3

times or more in succession.

When the engine stops, the brake
booster will not function. A great-
er foot pressure will be required
on the brake pedal.

The power steering system will
not operate either. A greater force
will be required to steer, and it
may result in an accident.

If the engine stops during driving,

do not operate the push-button
ignition switch or open any of the
doors until the vehicle is stopped
in a safe location. It is dangerous
because the steering lock may be
activated. Stop the vehicle in a
s a f e p l a c e , a n d c o n t a c t a
SUBARU dealer immediately.

CAUTION

For CVT models

Do not stop the engine while the

select lever is in a position other
than the “P” position.

If the engine is stopped while the

select lever is in a position other
than the “P” position, the power
will be in “ACC”. If the vehicle is
left in this condition, the battery
may be discharged.

NOTE

Although you can stop the engine by
operating the push-button ignition
switch, do not stop the engine during
driving except in an emergency.

When access key fob does
not operate properly

Refer to “Access key fob – if access key
fob does not operate properly”

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Steering lock

After stopping the engine and any door
including the rear gate is opened, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the
steering lock function.
When the engine is restarted, the steering

lock will be automatically released.

When the steering lock cannot be
released

Operation indicator

Push-button ignition switch

When you cannot restart the engine due to
the steering lock, check the status of
operation indicator and perform the follow-
ing steps.

Operation indicator flashing in
green

1. Check that the select lever is set in the
“P” position.
2. Depress the brake pedal and keep it.
3. Press the push-button ignition switch
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.

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Operation indicator flashing in
orange

There may be a malfunction in the steering
lock function. Immediately contact your
nearest SUBARU dealer.

Remote engine start system
(dealer option)

WARNING

There are some general precau-

tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in “General precau-
tions when starting engine”

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Do not remote start a vehicle in an

enclosed environment (e.g.
closed garage). Prolonged opera-
tion of a motor vehicle in an
enclosed environment can cause
a harmful build-up of Carbon
Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is
harmful to your health. Exposure
to high levels of Carbon Monox-
ide can cause headaches, dizzi-
ness or in extreme cases uncon-
sciousness and/or death.

The remote engine start system allows you
to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
In addition, the remote engine start system
can activate the heater or air conditioner,
providing you with a comfortable cabin
upon entry. For more details, refer to the
Owner’s Manual supplement for the re-

mote engine start system.

NOTE

The length of time for which it is

acceptable to allow the engine to
remain idling may be bound by local
laws and regulations. Check the local
rules when using the remote engine
start system.

When taking your vehicle in for

service, it is recommended that you
inform the service personnel that your
vehicle is equipped with a remote
engine start system.

Remote engine starter trans-
ceiver (fob)

Fob button

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Starting the engine

NOTE

All vehicle doors (including rear gate)
and the engine hood must be closed
prior to activating the remote engine
start system. Any open entry point will
prevent starting or cause the engine to
stop.

The remote engine start system is acti-
vated by pressing the fob button on your
remote engine starter transceiver (fob)
twice within 3 seconds. If the fob is within
operating range of the system and the start
request is received, the following phenom-
ena will occur.

The fob flashes and beeps once.

The horn sounds once.

The side marker lights, tail lights, and

parking lights flash once.

If the fob is not within range (the user is too
far away from the vehicle), the fob will
indicate two long flashes without beeping.

The system will check certain safety
preconditions before starting, and if all
conditions are met, the engine will start
within 5 seconds. After the engine starts,
the following phenomena will occur.

The fob flashes and beeps twice.

The horn sounds once.

The side marker lights, tail lights, and

parking lights flash once.

While the engine is idling via the remote
engine start system, the following phe-
nomena will occur.

The side marker lights, tail lights, and

parking lights remain illuminated.

The fob button flashes once every 3

seconds.

The power windows are disabled.

If the engine turns over but does not start
(or starts and stalls) the remote engine
start system will power off and then
attempt to start the engine 3 additional
times. The system will not attempt to
restart the engine if it determines a vehicle
malfunction is preventing starting. If the
engine does not start after 3 additional
attempts, the remote engine start request
will be aborted.

Stopping the engine

Press and hold the fob button for at least 2
seconds to stop the engine. The fob will
flash and beep three times, indicating the
engine has stopped. If the stop request is
not received (for example, if the user is too
far away from the vehicle), the fob will
continue to flash once every 3 seconds.
The system will automatically stop the
engine after 15 minutes.

Remote start safety features

For safety and security reasons, the
remote engine start system will prevent
starting (or stop the engine if running) and
sound the horn twice if any of the following
conditions is detected. In addition, the fob
will flash and beep 3 times.

The total run-time has exceeded 20

minutes.

The brake pedal is depressed.

A key is in the ignition switch.

The engine hood is open.

The engine idle speed exceeds 3,500

rpm.

The security alarm is triggered.

The select lever is not in the “P” position

(CVT models).

If the system detects any door (including
the rear gate) open during operation, it will
prevent starting or stop the engine, and
sound the horn and flash side marker
lights, tail lights, and parking lights 6 times.

In addition to the items above, if the
vehicle’s engine management system
determines there is a safety risk due to a
vehicle-related problem, the vehicle will
power down and the horn will sound 3
times.

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NOTE

If the alarm system is armed at the

time of remote engine starter activation
(the security indicator light on the
combination meter is flashing), the
alarm system will remain armed
throughout the remote start run cycle.

If the alarm system is disarmed at

the time of remote engine starter acti-
vation (the security indicator light on
the combination meter is not flashing),
the alarm system will remain disarmed
throughout the remote start run cycle.

Remote start operation - fob con-
firmation

Your remote engine starter fob is a
bidirectional transceiver that can confirm
system operation with several different
visual and audible indications. The fob’s
LED-backlit button and internal piezo
buzzer will indicate status of the system
using the following flash and beep se-
quences, provided the fob is within opera-
tional range of the system.

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Precondition

Fob Indication

Meaning

Flash

Beep

Fob start button is being pressed

Continuous while button is
held down

—

The fob is transmitting an RF signal

User attempts to start engine by pressing fob
button twice within 3 sec

1 flash

1 beep

Engine start request received

2 flashes

2 beeps

Engine started successfully

1 flash every 3 sec

—

Engine idling

3 flashes

3 beeps

Vehicle is in range but engine not started

2 long flashes

—

Vehicle not in range (engine not started)

Engine idling by remote engine start operation

1 flash every 3 sec

—

Engine idling

3 flashes

3 beeps

Engine stopped by system timeout or for safety
reasons (see sections above)

User attempts to stop engine by pressing and
holding fob button for at least 2 sec

3 flashes

3 beeps

Engine stopped by user request

1 flash every 3 sec

—

Stop request not received. Engine still idling.

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Alternate operation method
for models with “keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system”

Access key fob

Lock button

An access key fob can be used as the
remote engine start transmitter. Operate
the lock button to start or stop the engine
as follows.

Before starting the engine

Before using the remote engine start
system to start the engine, confirm the
following conditions.

The select lever is in the “P” position

(CVT models).

All doors including the rear gate are

closed.

The engine hood is closed.

The push-button ignition switch is in the

“OFF” position.

When starting the engine

To start the engine with remote engine
start system, briefly press the lock button
twice within 2 seconds, then press and
hold the lock button for 3 seconds.

1. Press the lock button briefly. The
hazard warning flashers then flash once
and the keyless buzzer chirps once.
2. Within 2 seconds, press the lock button
briefly again. The hazard warning flashers
then flash once again, and the keyless
buzzer chirps once again.
3. After step 2, immediately press and
hold the lock button. The horn will honk
once and some exterior lights illuminate.
4. Approximately 3 seconds after step 3,
release the lock button. The engine will
then start successfully.

When stopping the engine

Press and hold the lock button to stop the
engine with remote engine start system.

Remote start safety features

For detailed information, refer to “Remote
start safety features”

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Entering the vehicle while it is
running via remote start
(models without “keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system”)

1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
remote keyless entry system.

NOTE

If the vehicle’s doors are unlocked
manually using the key, the vehicle’s
alarm system will trigger (if the alarm
system is armed prior to activating the
remote engine start system) and the
engine will turn off. Perform either of
the following procedures to disarm the
alarm system. Refer to “Alarm system”

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– Insert the key into the ignition
switch and turn it to the “ON”
position.
– Press any button on the remote
keyless entry transmitter.

2. Enter the vehicle. The engine will shut
down when any door or rear gate is
opened.

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3. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn it to the “START” position to
restart the engine.

Entering the vehicle while it is
running via remote start
(models with “keyless access
with push-button start sys-
tem”)

1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function and remote key-
less entry system.

NOTE

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– Turn the push-button ignition
switch to the “ACC” or “ON” posi-
tion.
– Press any button on the access
key fob.

2. Enter the vehicle. The engine will
remain running provided the access key
fob is present and detected by the vehicle.

3. Press the push-button ignition switch
once while depressing the brake pedal
before driving your vehicle. The remote
engine starter transceiver (fob) will flash
and beep 3 times to indicate that the
remote start system has been shut down.

Entering the vehicle following
remote engine start shut-
down

An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is
opened by the remote keyless entry
transmitter within a few seconds immedi-
ately following remote engine start shut-
down.

Pre-heating or pre-cooling
the interior of the vehicle

Before exiting the vehicle, set the tem-
perature controls to the desired setting and
operation. After the system starts the
engine, the heater or air conditioning will
activate and heat or cool the interior to
your setting.

Remote transmitter program
(Remote engine starter
transceiver)

New transmitters can be programmed to
the remote engine start system in the
event that a transmitter is lost, stolen,

damaged or additional transmitters are
desired (the system will accept up to eight
transmitters). New remote engine start
transmitters can be programmed accord-
ing to the following procedure.
1. Open the driver’s door (the driver’s
door must remain opened throughout the
entire process).
2. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
3. Turn the ignition switch to “ON” then
“LOCK”/“OFF”, back to “ON” then “LOCK”/
“OFF”, back to “ON” then “LOCK”/“OFF”,
then back to “ON” again and leave the
ignition “ON” throughout the programming
process.
4. The system will flash the side marker
lights, tail lights and parking lights and
honk the horn three times, indicating that
the system has entered the transmitter
learn mode.
5. Press and release the “ ” button on
the transmitter that you want to program.
6. The system will flash the side marker
lights, tail lights and parking lights and
honk the horn one time, indicating that the
system has learned the transmitter. Upon
successful programming, the remote start
confirmation transmitter button will flash
one time.
7. Repeat step 5 for any additional
transmitters (the system will accept up to
eight transmitters).

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8. The system will exit the transmitter
learn mode if the key is turned to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position, the door is closed
or after 2 minutes.

System maintenance

NOTE

For remote engine starter transceiver:
In the event that the vehicle’s battery is
replaced, discharged or disconnected,
it will be necessary to start the vehicle a
minimum of one time using the key
prior to activating the remote engine
start system. This is required to allow
the vehicle electronic systems to re-
synchronize.

Changing the battery

CAUTION

Do not let dust, oil or water get on

or in the remote engine start
transmitter when replacing the
battery.

Be careful not to damage the

printed circuit board in the re-
mote engine start transmitter
when replacing the battery.

Be careful not to allow children to

touch the battery and any re-

moved parts; children could
swallow them.

There is a danger of explosion if

an incorrect replacement battery
is used. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of bat-
tery.

Battery should not be exposed to

excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.

For models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”:

Perform the procedure described in “Re-
placing battery of access key fob”

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For remote engine starter transceiver:

The 3-volt lithium battery (model CR-2450)
supplied in your remote engine start
transmitter should last approximately one
year, depending on usage. When the
battery begin to weaken, you will notice a
decrease in range (distance from the
vehicle that your remote control operates).
Follow the instructions below to change
the remote engine start transmitter battery.

1. Remove the small phillips screw lo-
cated on the back side lower left corner of
the transmitter.
2. Carefully pry the remote engine start
transmitter halves apart using a small flat-
head screwdriver.

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3. Remove the circuit board from the
bottom half of the case and remove the
battery and replace with new one. Be sure
to observe the (+) sign on the old battery
before removing it to ensure that the new
battery is inserted properly (battery “+”

should be pointed away from the transmit-
ter circuit board on battery).
4. Carefully snap the case halves back
together, reinstall the phillips screw and
test the remote engine start system.

Certification for remote en-
gine starter

U.S.-spec. models

CAUTION

FCC WARNING

Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Canada-spec. models

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Manual transmission

The manual transmission is a fully syn-
chromeshed, 6-forward-speed and 1-re-
verse-speed transmission.
The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever
knob.

To change the shift lever position:
1. Depress the clutch pedal.
2. To shift into all positions other than “R”,
move the shift lever accordingly.

Slider

3. To shift into the “R” position, hold up the
slider, move the lever to the “R” position,
then release the slider.
4. Gradually release the clutch pedal.

If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the
transmission in neutral, release the clutch
pedal momentarily, and then try again.

WARNING

Do not drive the vehicle with the

clutch disengaged (i.e., when the
clutch pedal is depressed) or with
the shift lever in the neutral
position. Engine braking has no
effect in either of these condi-
tions and the risk of an accident
is consequently increased.

Do not engage the clutch (i.e.,

release the clutch pedal) sud-
denly when starting the vehicle.
By doing so the vehicle might
unexpectedly accelerate or the
transmission could malfunction.

CAUTION

Shift into reverse ONLY when the
vehicle has completely stopped. It
may cause damage to the transmis-
sion to try shifting into reverse when
the vehicle is moving.

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Shifting speeds

Recommended shifting speeds

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

Shift up

mph (km/h)

1st to 2nd

15 (24)

2nd to 3rd

25 (40)

3rd to 4th

40 (64)

4th to 5th

45 (72)

5th to 6th

50 (81)

Maximum allowable speeds

The following table shows the maximum
speeds that are possible with each differ-
ent gear. The tachometer’s needle will
enter the red area if these speeds are
exceeded.
With the exception of cases where sudden
acceleration is required, the vehicle should
not be driven with the tachometer’s needle
inside the red area. Failure to observe this
precaution can lead to excessive engine
wear and poor fuel economy.

Gear

mph (km/h)

1st

26 (42)

2nd

52 (84)

3rd

78 (126)

4th

Legal speed limit

(Posted limit speed)

5th

6th

WARNING

When shifting down a gear, ensure
that the vehicle is not travelling at a
speed exceeding the Maximum Al-
lowable Speed for the gear which is
about to be selected. Failure to
observe this precaution can lead to
engine overrevving and this in turn
can result in engine damage.

In addition, sudden application of
engine brakes when the vehicle is
travelling on a slippery surface can
lead to wheel locking; as a conse-
quence, control of the vehicle may
be lost and the risk of an accident
increased.

NOTE

Never exceed the posted speed limit.

Driving tips

CAUTION

If the accelerator and brake pedals
are depressed at the same time,
driving torque may be restrained.
This is not a malfunction.

Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to
hold your vehicle at a standstill on an
upgrade. Either of those actions may
cause clutch damage.
Do not drive with your hand resting on the
shift lever. This may cause wear on the
transmission components.

When it is necessary to reduce vehicle
speed due to slow traffic, turning corners,
or driving up steep hills, downshift to a
lower gear before the engine starts to
labor.

On steep downgrades, downshift the
transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear
as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe
speed and to extend brake pad life.
In this way, the engine provides a braking
effect. Remember, if you “ride” (over use)
the brakes while descending a hill, they
may overheat and not work properly.

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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.

Continuously variable trans-
mission

WARNING

Do not shift from the “P” or “N”
position into the “D” or “R” position
while depressing the accelerator
pedal. This may cause the vehicle
to jump forward or backward.

CAUTION

Observe the following precau-

tions. Otherwise, the transmis-
sion could be damaged.

– Shift into the “P” or “R” posi-

tion only after the vehicle has
completely stopped.

– Do not shift from the “D”

position into the “R” position
or vice versa until the vehicle
has completely stopped.

Do not race the engine for more

than 5 seconds in any position
except the “N” or “P” position
when the brake is applied or
when chocks are used in the
wheels. This may cause the
transmission fluid to overheat.

Never move the vehicle rearward

by inertia with the select lever set
in a forward driving position or
move the vehicle forward by
inertia with the select lever set
in the “R” position. Doing so may
result in an unexpected accident
or malfunction.

When parking the vehicle, first

securely apply the parking brake
and then place the select lever in
the “P” position. Do not park for a
long time with the select lever in
any other position as doing so
could result in a dead battery.

Continuously variable trans-
mission features

The continuously variable transmission is
electronically controlled and provides an
infinite number of forward speeds and 1
reverse speed. For some models, it also
has a manual mode or an “L” position.

NOTE

When the engine coolant tempera-

ture is still low, the transmission will
shift at higher engine speeds than
when the coolant temperature is suffi-
ciently high in order to shorten the
warm-up time and improve driveability.

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The gearshift timing will automatically
shift to the normal timing after the
engine has warmed up.

Immediately after transmission fluid

is replaced, you may feel that the
transmission operation is somewhat
unusual. This results from invalidation
of data which the on-board computer
has collected and stored in memory to
allow the transmission to shift at the
most appropriate times for the current
condition of your vehicle. Optimized
shifting will be restored as the vehicle
continues to be driven for a while.

When driving a CVT model under

continuous heavy load conditions such
as when towing a camper or climbing a
long, steep hill, the engine speed or the
vehicle speed may automatically be
reduced. This is not a malfunction. This
phenomenon results from the engine
control function maintaining the cool-
ing performance of the vehicle. The
engine and vehicle speed will return to
a normal speed when the engine is able
to maintain the optimum cooling per-
formance after the heavy load de-
creases. Driving under a heavy load
must be performed with extreme care.
Do not try to pass a vehicle in front
when driving on an uphill slope while
towing.

The continuously variable transmis-

sion is a chain type system that pro-
vides superior transmission efficiency
for maximum fuel economy. At times,
depending on varying driving condi-
tions, a chain operating sound may be
heard that is characteristic of this type
of system.

Select lever

Select lever positions

Select lever button

Models with “L” position

Models with manual mode

: With the brake pedal depressed, shift

while pressing the select lever button
in.

: Shift while pressing the select lever

button in.

: Shift without pressing the select lever

button.

The select lever has four positions, “P”,
“R”, “N”, “D” and it also has an “L” or “M”
position.

NOTE

For some models, to protect the engine
while the select lever is in the “P” or “N”
position, the engine is controlled so
that the engine speed may not become

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