Subaru Forester Manuals 2018 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 436

7-30 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission and let the engine idle until the warning light turns off. . For models with SI-DRIVE, by select- ing Sport Sharp (S#) mode, upshifting will not occur automatically. According to the road conditions, shift change manually so that the tachometer needle does not enter the red zone. Also, if the engine revolutions reach the specified number, the fuel supply will be cut. In this case, perform shift up operation. & Selection of “L” (if equipped) Type B “L” is for using engine braking when going down a hill, etc. To select this mode, move the select lever from the “D” position to the “L” position. Type B combination meter When selected, the indicator “L” will illuminate on the combination meter. To deselect “L”, move the select lever to the “D” position. & Shift lock function Type A Type A combination meter The shift lock function helps prevent the improper operation of the select lever. . The select lever cannot be operated unless the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and the brake pedal is depressed. . The select lever cannot be moved from the “P” position to any other position before the brake pedal is depressed. Depress the brake pedal first, and then operate the select lever.