236 5-2 . Driving procedures
Transmission
Select the shift position depending on your purpose and situation .
Shift position purpose and functions
Shift position Objective or function
P
R
N
D
Parking the vehicle / starting the EV system
Reversing
Neutral ( Condition in which the power is not transmitted )
Normal driving
■ Restraining sudden start ( Drive- Start Control )
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■ If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle from moving unexpectedly ,
the shift position may be changed automatically or operating the rotary shifter may be required . In this case ,
change the shift position following the messages on the multi-information display .
■ After recharging / reconnecting the 12-volt battery
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WARNING
■ When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of sudden acceleration ,
as this could result in the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning .
NOTICE
■ Situations where shift control
system malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occur , shift control system malfunctions are possible . Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground , apply the parking brake , and then contact
your SUBARU dealer .
●When the warning message indicating the shift control system malfunction appears on the
multi-information display . ( �P . 525 )
●The display indicates that no shift position is selected for
more than a few seconds .