1987 Subaru XT GL, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Up-Shift Control System

Shift-up control system is provided on auto. trans. equipped vehicles only and is used to reduce CO emissions by providing rapid engine warm-up. If engine is started while coolant temperature is in the preset temperature range, ECM holds transmission in a kickdown state for a certain duration of time. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Shift-Up Control System
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