Subaru Forester: Continuously variable transmission / Selection of “L” (if equipped)

Type A

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 A

Type B
When selected, the indicator “L” will
illuminate on the combination meter.
To deselect “L”, move the select lever to
the “D” position.
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...
Other information:
CAUTION
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system
provides its ABS control
through the electrical circuit of the
ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is
inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system becomes unable to
provide ABS control. As a result, the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
also becomes inoperative, causing
the warning light to illuminate...
Head restraint
Release button
Remove button
To release:
Lowermost to the 1st stepPull the head restraint up to the 1st step.
To raise:
1st step to the 3rd stepPull the head restraint up while pressing
the release button on the top of the
seatback...