Can a Subaru Forester shift in the Cold?
I have a 2005 Subaru Forester. Ever since new, when it is cold out (below 35’), the car shifts (both up and down) very hard… until the car warms up. I’ve brought it in to the dealer… and even left the car overnight – so they can feel this on a “cold start” after a winter night… and they tell me this is normal.
Why is my transmission not working on my Subaru Outback?
Car now has 77k miles and only option given has been to replace the transmission. The contact owns a 2005 Subaru Outback. Intermittently, the rear of the vehicle loses control in slick road conditions. The contact stated that there was mechanical failure with the electronics in the all wheel drive.
Why does my Subaru Outback stall in traffic?
Sometimes this results in an engine stall in traffic. Subaru of America suggested a transmission “retraining” which seems to have cured the issue. About a month ago (April 2011) while moving forward at around 5 to 10 mph I reached for the glove box and my shirt cuff caught the shift handle and thru the transmission into reverse.
Can a Subaru shift from manual to reverse?
Actually you can shift anywhere from reverse to manual auto by bumping or pulling the shift handle with very little effort. Someone could have been serously injured or killed. Is there a recall available to correct this condition.
I have a 2005 Subaru Forester. Ever since new, when it is cold out (below 35’), the car shifts (both up and down) very hard… until the car warms up. I’ve brought it in to the dealer… and even left the car overnight – so they can feel this on a “cold start” after a winter night… and they tell me this is normal.
What causes hard shifting on a Subaru Outback?
Engine load, vehicle speed, temperature, excellerater pedal response, all of these will effect the transmissions shifting charastics. If you drive gas on, gas off, brake on, brake off…this transmission is not for you.
How does the transmission work on a Subaru auotmatic?
The Subaru Auotmatic transmission is electronically controlled. The transmission control unit is trying to match your driving habits to the engines operating condition. If you just started your engine, it is cold and the transmission will act differently than a fully warmed up car.
Why does my car have a hard shift?
On newer electronically-controlled transmissions, the computer changes the shift points when it’s cold out to keep the Revs higher to warm up the engine faster. Generally, this does result in a “hard” shift feel, but it’s mostly a function of the shifts occuring at a higher engine RPM.
What to do when your Subaru shifts hard?
Low fluid causes odd shifts. Change the tranny fluid, as that will usually help the harshness of the shifts. Remove the battery cable for 10-15 minutes. This will wipe out all the learned behaviors of the previous owner. After a month the car should have learnbed your habits, but lets try a reset anyway.
Why is my Subaru Outback having trouble starting?
I love my Subaru Outback 2007 but recently its been having trouble starting in the morning either when it’s cold or the temperature has changed significantly overnight. I recently moved to Louisiana so we’re not talking extreme cold, just cold for here. 50/40 degree weather.
Why does my Subaru not start after a short drive?
Meaning, it only happens when I start the car fine the first time, then park it after a short drive (~5 mins), and let it sit for ~2 hours. That’s when the endless cranking kicks in. If I let it sit for only 10 minutes after the initial drive, no issue and it starts fine.