Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Continuously variable transmission features
The continuously variable transmission is electronically controlled and provides an infinite number of forward speeds and 1 reverse speed. It also has a manual mode.
NOTE
- When the engine coolant temperature is still low, the transmission will upshift or downshift at higher engine speeds than when the coolant temperature is sufficiently high in order to shorten the warm-up time and improve driveability. The gearshift timing will automatically shift to the normal timing after the engine has warmed up.
- Immediately after transmission fluid is replaced, you may feel that the transmission operation is somewhat unusual. This results from invalidation of data which the on-board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be restored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while.
- When driving a CVT model under
continuous heavy load conditions such
as when towing a camper or climbing a
long, steep hill, the engine speed or the
vehicle speed may automatically be
reduced. This is not a malfunction. This
phenomenon results from the engine
control function maintaining the cooling
performance of the vehicle. The
engine and vehicle speed will return to
a normal speed when the engine is able
to maintain the optimum cooling performance
after the heavy load decreases.
Driving under a heavy load must be performed with extreme care.
Do not try to pass a vehicle in front when driving on an uphill slope while towing.
- The continuously variable transmission is a chain type system that provides superior transmission efficiency for maximum fuel economy. At times, depending on varying driving conditions, a chain operating sound may be heard that is characteristic of this type of system.
Continuously variable transmission
WARNING
Do not shift from the "P" or "N"
position into the "D" or "R" position
while depressing the accelerator
pedal. This may cause the vehicle
to jump forward or backward.
CAUTION
Observe th ...
Select lever
Select lever positions
Select lever button
With the brake pedal depressed,
shift
while pressing the select lever button in.
Shift while pressing the select
lever
button in.
Shif ...
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Shift lock function
The shift lock mechanism in the Subaru Ascent is designed to enhance safety by
preventing unintended or incorrect operation of the select lever. This system ensures
that gear changes occur only under appropriate conditions.
In the Subaru Ascent, the select lever can only be operated when the ...
Remote keyless entry system
CAUTION
Do not expose the remote transmitter
to severe shocks, such as
those experienced as a result of
dropping or throwing.
Do not take the remote transmitter
apart except when replacing
the battery
Do not get the remote transmitter
wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with
a clo ...
Note
VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC) > Vehicle Dynamics Control SystemNOTEFor operation procedures of each component of the vehicle dynamics control system, refer to the respective section.• VDC control module & hydraulic control unit (VDCCM&H/U): VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control ...
