2001 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 291

B VDC system monitor HB4010FB n VDC OFF indicator light D The VDC OFF indicator light turns on initially when the ignition key is turned to the ON position; it subsequently turns off 6 seconds after the engine is started. D This light turns on to indicate that the VDC and TCS systems are in non-operation (ready) mode. This does not constitute failure of the VDC system. NOTE D When the engine is started on cold mornings and in other similar circumstances, a certain amount of time may pass before the VDC OFF indicator light turns off. This occurs because the engine has not yet warmed up and is completely normal. The light will turn off when the engine has reached a suitable operating temperature. D When an engine problem occurs and the CHECK ENGINE warning light turns on, the VDC OFF indicator light will also turn on. D Depending on the type of gasoline used, it may take sometime before the light goes out after the engine has been started. The following two situations could indicate malfunction of the VDC system; if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of that system at the first available opportunity. 7-28