2002 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 295

VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system (if equipped) WARNING Always use the utmost care in driving - overconfidence because you are driving with a VDC system equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident. D Even if your vehicle is equipped with VDC, winter tires should be used when driving on snow-covered or icy roads; in addition, vehicle speed should be reduced considerably. Simply having a VDC system does not guarantee that the vehicle will be able to avoid accidents in any situation. D Activation of the VDC system is an indication that the road being travelled on has a slippery surface; since having VDC is no guarantee that full vehicle control will be maintained at all times and under all conditions, its activation should be seen as a sign that the speed of the vehicle should be reduced considerably. D Whenever suspension components, steering components, or an axle are removed from a vehicle equipped with VDC, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform an inspection of that system. D The following precautions should be observed in order to ensure that the VDC system is operating properly: - All four wheels should be fitted with tires of the same size, type, and brand. Furthermore, the amount of wear should be the same for all four tires. - Keep the tire pressure at the proper level as shown on the label attached to the vehicle's door pillar. - Use only the special temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire. With a temporary spare tire, the effectiveness of the VDC system is reduced and this should be taken into account when driving with vehicle. CAUTION 7-26