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Subaru 2012 Forester - Hill Start Assist System (MT Models); Clutch Pedal (MT Models); Checking the Clutch Function; Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play

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Model "A8170BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 24
Clutch pedal (MT models)
Check the clutch pedal free play according
to the maintenance schedule in the
Warranty and Maintenance Booklet.
& Checking the clutch function
Check the clutch engagement and disen-
gagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there
are no abnormal noises when the clutch
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into
1st or reverse feels smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal
slowly to check that the engine and
transmission smoothly couple with out
any sign of slippage.
& Checking the clutch pedal
free play
1) 0.16 0.43 in (4.0 11.0 mm)
Lightly press the clutch pedal down with
your finger until you feel resistance, and
check the free play.
If the fre e play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er.
Hill start assist system (MT
models)
Ensure that the Hill start assist system
operates properly under the following
circumstances:
1. Stop the vehicle on an uphill grade by
depressing the brake pedal and clutch
pedal, with the engine running.
2. Make sure that the vehicle does not
move backward even afte r the b rake
pedal is released.
3. Then make sure the vehicle can start
climbing the grade by following the normal
starting procedures.
If the Hill start assist system does not
operate as described above, contact your
SUBARU dealer.
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