Why did the brake light come on on my 2012 Outback?

Why did the brake light come on on my 2012 Outback?

Two weeks ago I bought a new 2012 Outback. While driving in the manual auto mode, the cruise started flashing, the check engine came on, the traction control light came on and the brake light was on. The dealer said it was because I did not tighten the gas cap, letting air in.

Why does my Subaru Outback have a flashing light?

When this light turns on, Subaru has programmed the ECU to also disable the other systems that you mentioned as Subaru considers this to be severe enough that it needs to be returned to a service centre for repair. Disabling the cruise control is part of the programming.

What does the VDC warning light on a Subaru Outback mean?

The flashing of the VDC warning light is an indication that the system is attempting to stabilize the vehicle. This may include skid suppression or traction control. Name: Subaru Outback security indicator warning light.

What does it mean when your dash light is flashing?

While it is flashing I am unable to use cruise control and that seems to be the only issue while it’s flashing. The battery is new and the connections are secure. Your vehicle is experiencing a fault in one of its systems which has been severe enough for the engine check light to turn on.

When this light turns on, Subaru has programmed the ECU to also disable the other systems that you mentioned as Subaru considers this to be severe enough that it needs to be returned to a service centre for repair. Disabling the cruise control is part of the programming.

Two weeks ago I bought a new 2012 Outback. While driving in the manual auto mode, the cruise started flashing, the check engine came on, the traction control light came on and the brake light was on. The dealer said it was because I did not tighten the gas cap, letting air in.

The flashing of the VDC warning light is an indication that the system is attempting to stabilize the vehicle. This may include skid suppression or traction control. Name: Subaru Outback security indicator warning light.

While it is flashing I am unable to use cruise control and that seems to be the only issue while it’s flashing. The battery is new and the connections are secure. Your vehicle is experiencing a fault in one of its systems which has been severe enough for the engine check light to turn on.

What does check engine light mean on Subaru Outback?

While driving down the highway in my 2011 Outback, my ‘check engine’ light suddenly went on, the ‘brake’ light flashed, another light came on indicating a car sliding, another light that was a picture of a headlight, my remote was disabled, and my Nav system went on and off. My Subaru dealer couldn’t take me for 3 weeks.

What’s the Check Engine light, brake light flashing?

Check Engine light, Traction Control light went solid-on, and emergency brake light and cruise control indicator started flashing. Haven’t tried replacing gas cap, but will be taking to dealer soon. With all the changes I’m glad I got the 09 Outback. I got to drive the 2011 with all the bells and whistles.

Why does the brake light come on when in manual mode?

While driving in the manual auto mode, the cruise started flashing, the check engine came on, the traction control light came on and the brake light was on. The dealer said it was because I did not tighten the gas cap, letting air in.