Manual transmission – 6 speeds (STI)

The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed, 6-forward-speed and 1-reverse- speed transmission.
The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob.

• 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.
See also:
Recommended clutch fluid
CAUTION
Never use different brands of clutch fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3
and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand. ...
State emission testing (U.S. only)
At state inspection time, remember to
tell your inspection or service station in
advance not to place your SUBARU
AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynamometer.
Otherwise, serious transmission
damag ...
Rear seatbelts (except rear center seatbelt on Outback)
1. Sit well back in the seat.
2. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly. Do not let it get twisted.
If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull
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