Subaru Impreza Manuals 2023 Impreza Owner's Manual | Page 303

Starting and operating / Manual transmission 7-23

Manual transmission

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The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed , 5-forward-speed and 1-reverse-speed transmission .

The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob . When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear , first return the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear .

To change gears , fully depress the clutch pedal , move the shift lever , and gradually let up on the clutch pedal .

If it is difficult to shift into gear , put the transmission in neutral , release the clutch pedal momentarily , and then try again .

WARNING

. Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged ( i . e ., when the clutch pedal is depressed ) or with the shift lever in the neutral position . Engine braking has no effect in either of these conditions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased .

. Do not engage the clutch ( i . e ., release the clutch pedal ) suddenly when starting the vehicle . By doing so the vehicle might unexpectedly accelerate or the transmission could malfunction .

CAUTION

Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped . It may cause damage to the transmission to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving .

& Shifting speeds

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! Recommended shifting speeds

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The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table .

! Maximum allowable speeds

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The following table shows the maximum speeds that are possible with each different gear . The tachometer ’ s needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded .

With the exception of cases where sudden acceleration is required , the vehicle should not be driven with the tachometer ’ s needle inside the red area . Failure to observe this precaution can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy .

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