Limited slip differential (lsd) (if equipped) – Subaru 2005 Impreza User Manual

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Starting and operating

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.

Limited slip differential (LSD) (if

equipped)

The LSD provides optimum distribution of power ac-

cording to the difference in revolutions between the

right and left wheels that may be caused by certain

driving conditions, thereby improving driving stability

on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads or

when high speed driving.

NOTE (WRX-STi)

The rear differential may emit a knocking sound

when the vehicle is driven slowly with the steering

wheel turned fully to either side. This sound oc-

curs because of the design of the mechanical LSD.

It does not indicate a problem.

y

Never start the engine while a tire on one side

is jacked up, as the vehicle may move.
y

If one tire is spinning in mud, avoid continued

spinning at high speed as this could adversely

affect the LSD.
y

If you use a temporary spare tire to replace a

flat tire, be sure to use the original temporary

spare tire stored in the vehicle. Using other siz-

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