2003 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 288
2003 Subaru Outback Manual
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D when the vehicle is fitted with snow tires or winter tires D Activation of the VDC system will cause operation of the steering wheel to feel slightly different compared to that for normal conditions. D Even if the vehicle is equipped with a VDC system, it is important that winter tires be used when driving on snow-covered or icy roads. (All four wheels should be fitted with tires of the same size and brand). D It is always important to reduce speed when approaching a corner, even if the vehicle is equipped with VDC. D 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. If these precautions are not observed and non-matching tires are used, it is quite possible that the VDC system will be unable to operate correctly as intended. D Always turn off the engine before replacing a tire as failure to do so may render the VDC system unable to operate correctly. 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 system is in non-operation mode. This does not constitute failure of the VDC system. 7-38