The highest ratio during take off is in the manual mode while the lowest overdrive ratio is in the automatic mode. In 6speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip control, giving you the power to select the gear ratio that best suits your driving situation. In 6speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip. Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20 legacy, 20 impreza, 20 crosstrek and the soon to be debuted 2014 forester. Automatics work fine for towing but dont over heat them. To select this mode, move the select lever from the d position to the manual gate.
Theyre the closest you can get to a driveoffthelot newness. The defogger automatically although the ac will automatically shut off. The fifthgeneration subaru legacy was originally unveiled as a concept car at the 2009 north american international auto show in detroit to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the model, and the production version was introduced at the 2009 new york international auto show. Manual mode is controlled by placing the console shifter into the manual gate and using the up and down paddle buttons on the steering wheel. The 170horsepower engine has to work a bit, but once up to speed the cvt finds and holds the engines peak torque, providing a good balance of response and efficiency. In 6speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip control, giving you the power. Subaru has spiced up its outback range and increased the number of potential buyers by linking a sporty new cvt transmission to its awd turbocharged diesel models. Get reliability information for the 2012 subaru outback from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Its efficiencies result in the excellent fuel economy ratings of the nonturbocharged 2010 subaru legacy and outback models equipped with cvt. She put it in manual mode without noticing and drove around town with it.
Its the new subaru crosstreks best feature but you arent using. Subaru design subaru of america official subaru site. Learn more with brendan in this video on a 2018 subaru crosstrek check us out. My husband i purchased a 2012 subaru outback may 2012, we notice a hesitation when we first drove it and couple weeks later it started stalling out, now it stalls about every other day, we have noticed that ours is after a 15 to 20 minute stop and go traffic and then when your able to drive at normal speeds without stopping, and then stop it stalls out, we have rough idle and transmission acts. The addition comes as part of an outback facelift with external changes kept to a minimum, but a raft of mechanical improvements to enable the cvtdiesel link.
Does the cvt transmissions automatically shift in manual mode when close to redline. Subaru impreza subaru impreza owners manual starting and operating automatic transmission sport mode sport mode is used when power is needed for rapid acceleration or for uphill driving. Question about using manual mode with the cvt subaru. The 2012 outback is available with a fourcylinder or a sixcylinder engine. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2012 subaru outback 4dr wgn h4 auto 2. Manual mode is controlled by placing the console shifter into the manual gate and using the. In automatic mode, the lineartronic cvt adjusts instantly to match your acceleration, eliminating the need to shift and preserving the vehicles momentum often lost with conventional automatic transmissions. Nov 29, 2017 the issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty.
A roomy interior and ample cargo capacity make this subaru outback a good alternative to larger, thirstier suvs. So how and why would i use paddle shifters on a subaru. Same engine in both and the outback is much heavier, yet the cvt wins the mpg race over the impreza with a 4 speed automatic. Do not hesitate, after your payment, you will immediately get the manual. The outback can simulate a manual transmission with six programmed speeds that hold the cvt pulleys in fixed positions. Subaru 2012 outback quick reference manual pdf download. You can use manual mode by moving the lever to m and using the paddle shifters, or temporarily by using the paddle shifters while youre driving in automatic mode select lever at the d position. Find your 2012 subaru outback repair manual right now at chilton. This car is shown in 1st gear, its either a manual trans or cvt or 5 speed automatic in manual mode. Rear window defogger button while in defrost mode, the air inlet press the rear window defogger button selection and ac will operate to turn on the defogger. Subaru outback questions towing manual or automatic.
This product is made of highquality components to meet. If fuel economy takes precedent over quick acceleration, the 2012 subaru outbacks 2. Im a lifelong manual tranny driver and i managed to stall the ob twice during the test drive. Genuine subaru parts are constructed to subaru s stringent standards and are designed for a predictablyperfect fit. How subaru scores in top 5 automakers for reliability torque news.
Its as agile and efficient as most midsize sedans, but offers much of the offroad and. View online or download subaru 2011 outback owners manual. This tells me its not a characteristic of a cvt or of all subaru cvt s. Search over 37,900 listings to find the best local deals. Limited shown with wood trim on the door hard to see in this photo 2012 outback, gray leather interior, limited model with wood trim. The subaru cvt includes a manual shift mode that mimics the shift points of a manual transmission without the need for. View online or download subaru outback 2017 owners manual. Manual mode the subaru lineartronic cvt features a manual mode system that simulates a sixspeed manual transmission. Critics praised its design and subaru s own engineers claimed it would require no maintenance for the life of the vehicle. Critics praised its design and subarus own engineers claimed it would require no maintenance for the life of the vehicle. The control modules for the engine and transmission keep the. Get access to our 2012 subaru outback repair information right now, online.
If you dont do anything, the transmission will not shift into manual mode for you. I have a cvt in my 2012 outback and it gets better gas mileage than the 2010 impreza it replaced. I let my friend borrow my car 2014 subaru impreza to run some errands. Replace your worn out, rusted, or damaged transmission mount with this one to restore stability of the transmission ensuring smooth and quiet driving.
Subaru lineartronic cvt introduction webinar handout. I love driving and for me, the pleasure of been on the road is huge. In my old 07 outback, it had a sport mode that would hold the gear longer, great for climbing hills, especially in the anemic normally aspirated 2. I come from a 2010 subaru wrx so i most of the time drive manual transmission. This tells me its not a characteristic of a cvt or of all subaru cvts. The first time is a little vague but i was making a slight left hand turn when my outback turned into manual mode and went into first gear. Does the cvt transmissions automatically shift in manual mode. Production of the fifth generation started on 29 may 2009. Continuously variable transmission with 6speed manual mode and paddle shifters. All of chiltons online content for the 2012 subaru outback is updated monthly, so youll have the most recent information on hand for any doityourself project. When in this virtual manual mode, the driver can use paddle levers on the steering wheel to select one of six programmed speeds.
If youre towing, or you just want the thrill of changing gears, subaru gives you paddle shifters mounted right behind the steering. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. In 6 speed manual mode, paddle shifters are mounted for fingertip. Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20.
I test drove the cvt crosstrek and i have to say i was greatly impress by how well it responded and how much. Maintain likenew performance with a comprehensive line of genuine 2012 subaru outback 2. Subaru outback cvt general discussion car talk community. Yesterday i was driving at 40mph, no acceleration or deceleration, going straight. The 2019 subaru crosstrek has a great feature but most drivers. It will wind rpms up pretty high, before it will shift when in manual mode. Those going for the petrol four had the choice of the sixspeed manual or a cvt and those opting for the 3. Subarus lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. Automotive journalists noted that the sixcylinder outback provides extra passing and merging power, but they wrote that the fourcylinder model has enough power for most situations. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Complete auto transmissions for subaru outback ebay. The issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty.
Subaru s lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. Outback 2012 interior photo page subaru research site. From what i have read the cvts dont handle towing well. The 2012 subaru outback wagon is the perfect antisuv and one of the bestselling wagons in america. It is however the moat annoying thing i found with this car. However the wife does not like them, and cant really drive one safely and without tearing up the car, so if we share the car it needs to be an auto. The subaru lineartronic cvt features a manual mode system that simulates a sixspeed manual transmission. When in d drive and i downshift using the paddles, for example from 6 to 4,the transmission stays in that gear even when you accelerate or decelerate, for 30 35 seconds, this can be a problem when trying to merge into traffic since the transmision should downshift to 3 or 2 when you step on it. We just traded our 2008 outback for a 2014 outback, and i have to say i do like the cvt, much. To see how frequently 2012 subaru outback problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. The 2012 subaru outback has 2 problems reported for transmission stopped working. These six speeds are ratios intended for various driving conditions.
We have 2 subaru outback 2017 manuals available for free. If its an extend downgrade, i tend to put it in m mode. The worst complaints are jerking, shuddering, transmission stopped. If you tow all the time consider adding a transmission cooler but keep in mind the towing capacity of a subaru is minimal and you may want to get a pickup instead. Subaru uses a 6speed lineartronic cvt with 6speed manual mode and paddle shifters on the 2016 outback, crosstrek, impreza and legacy. Truedelta 2012 subaru outback transmission problems. Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20 legacy, 20 impreza, 20 crosstrek and. From what i have read the cvt s dont handle towing well.
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