Shift Control

2014 Subaru Impreza Sport LimitedSECTION Shift Control
  • CVT
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. While brake pedal is not depressed, check if the select lever does not move from "P" range.
    3. While brake pedal is depressed, check if the select lever moves from "P" range.
    4. Set the select lever to other than "P" range.
    5. When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, check if the ignition key switch cannot be removed.
    6. Set the selector lever to each gear position and check the shifting while driving the vehicle. Operate the paddle shift at manual mode and check the shifting while driving the vehicle.
      Fig 1: Identifying CVT Shift Control Operation Position
      G08315291Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  • MT

    Check for smooth operation to each position.

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