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Continuously variable transmission
shift lock accordingly.
. When the select lever cannot be shifted from“ P” to“ N”:
Refer to“ Shift lock release using the shift lock release button” FP356.
. When the select lever cannot be shifted from“ N” to“ R” or“ P”:
Place the ignition switch in the“ ACC” position, then move the select lever to the“ P” position with the brake pedal depressed.
If the select lever still does not move, refer to“ Shift lock release using the shift lock release button” FP356.
If the shift lock cannot be released without using the shift lock release button in the above cases, there may be a malfunction in the shift lock system or the vehicle control system.
Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible.
! Shift lock release using the shift lock release button
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Perform the following procedure to release the shift lock.
1. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the“ OFF” position.
2. Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth and use it to remove the shift lock cover. The shift lock release button is located under the shift lock cover.
3. Remove the grip portion of the screwdriver.
4. While depressing the brake pedal, insert a screwdriver into the hole, move it right and left while pushing the shift lock release button using a screwdriver, and then move the select lever.
If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, the shift lock system may be malfunctioning. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible.