Subaru Forester: P (Park) / R (Reverse) / N (Neutral) / D (Drive) / / N (Neutral)D (Drive)
This position is for restarting a stalled
engine. In this position, the transmission is
neutral, meaning that the wheels and
transmission are not locked. Therefore,
the vehicle will roll freely, even on the
slightest incline unless the parking brake
or foot brake is applied.
Avoid coasting with the transmission in
neutral. Engine braking has no effect in
this condition.
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the
select lever in the “N” (neutral)
position. Engine braking has no
effect in this condition and the risk
of an accident is consequently increased.
This position is for backing the vehicle. To
shift from the “N”..
This position is for normal driving. The
transmission shifts automatically and continuously
into a suitable gear according to
the vehicle speed and the acceleration you
require...
Other information:
This indicator light shows the status of the
alarm system. It also indicates operation of
the immobilizer system.
Alarm system
It blinks to show the driver the operational
status of the alarm system. For detailed
information, refer to “Alarm system”...
Always block the wheels under both
vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply
the parking brake firmly. You should not
park on a hill or slope. If parking on a hill or
slope cannot be avoided, you should take
the following steps:
Apply the brakes and hold the pedal
down...