What is vehicle Dynamic Control on Subaru?
In simple terms, Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) is a form of electronic stability control. This advanced active safety system utilizes a network of sensors to monitor wheel speed, steering wheel position, yaw rate and lateral acceleration.
Is VDC the same as traction control?
Your car is equipped with a vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system. The term Vehicle Dynamic Control is one that is used on Nissan vehicles, and shares the same function of a traction control system. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin.
What to do if your Subaru dashboard indicator light is not working?
If the engine oil is at the proper level but the light remains illuminated, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. CAUTION If the R.DIFF TEMP warning light illuminates, reduce vehicle speed and stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible. Park the vehicle for several minutes. After the light turns off, you can start driving.
When does the dashboard indicator light illuminate?
You will be safe while driving with the condition, but drive carefully and have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. This light illuminates when the fluid level in the windshield washer fluid tank decreases to the lower limit (approximately 1.1 US qt, 1.0 liter, 0.9 lmp qt).
What are the different colors of Subaru warning lights?
They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray), but there are nearly 70 of them so be patient! Models examined include Ascent, BRZ, Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, Tribeca, and WRZ.
What to do if your dashboard light does not turn on?
WARNING if the warning light flashes, flickers, does not turn on with the ignition, continuously illuminated or turns on when driving, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked to prevent the risk of injury.