Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Shift lock release

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Continuously variable transmission / Shift lock function / Shift lock release

If the select lever cannot be operated, turn the ignition switch back to the "ON" position then move the select lever to the "P" position with the select lever button pressed and brake pedal depressed.

If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, perform the following steps.

When the select lever cannot be shifted from "P" to "N": Refer to "Shift lock release using the shift lock release portion" .
When the select lever cannot be shifted from "N" to "R", "P": Within 60 seconds after placing the ignition switch in the "ACC" position, move the select lever to the "P" position with the select lever button pressed and brake pedal depressed.

If you must perform the above procedure, the shift lock system (or the vehicle control system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible.

If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, refer to "Shift lock release using the shift lock release portion" .

Shift lock function

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 b ...

Shift lock release using the shift lock release portion

Perform the following procedure to release the shift lock. Apply the parking brake and stop the engine. Open the lid of the pocket. 1) Hole Turn over the inner trim o ...

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