Subaru 2003 Impreza - Manual (Page 240)

IMPREZA(NA) A1850BE-A (ENGLISH)
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Starting and operating
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NOTE
In order to prevent over-revving during decelera-
tion of the vehicle, the transmission will remain
in the current gear if the speed of the vehicle is
in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed for
the gear to which the selector lever has been
moved.
WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure that the
vehicle is not travelling at a speed exceeding
the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear
which is about to be selected. Failure to
observe this precaution can lead to engine
over-revving and this in turn can result in
engine damage.
In addition, sudden application of engine
brakes when the vehicle is travelling on a slip-
pery surface can lead to wheel locking; as a
consequence, control of the vehicle may be
lost and the risk of an accident increased.
B Driving tips
D Always apply the foot or parking brake when the
vehicle is stopped in the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R”
position.
D Always set the parking brake when parking your
vehicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the trans-
mission.
D Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on
an uphill grade by using the “D”, “3”, “2”, or “1”
position. Use the brake instead.
The engine may, on rare occasions, knock when the
vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away
from a standstill. This phenomenon does not indi-
cate a fault.
J 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 bag.
3. Remove the cover by prying on the edge with the
regular screwdriver.