2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca Owner's Manual - Page 235

Starting and operating 7-21 snow tires or winter tires Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering wheel to feel slightly different compared to that for normal conditions. Even if the vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Dynamics Control 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). Furthermore, if snow chains are to be used, they should be fitted on the front wheels. When a vehicle is fitted with snow chains, however, the effectiveness of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is reduced and this should be taken into account when driving the vehicle in such a condition. It is always important to reduce speed when approaching a corner, even if the vehicle is equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control. 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 Vehicle Dynamics Control system will be unable to op- erate correctly as intended. Always turn off the engine before replacing a tire as failure to do so may render the Vehicle Dynamics Control system unable to operate correctly. Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light The following two situations could indicate a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system; if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of that system at the first available opportunity. The indicator light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. The indicator light does not turn off approximately two seconds after the ignition key has been turned to the ON position. Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Traction Control system OFF indicator light 700316 The indicator light turns on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position; it turns off approximately two seconds later. This indicator light flashes during activation of the skid suppression function and is illuminated steadily during activation of the traction control function. 700317 This single light has the function of indicating malfunctions in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of indicat- CONTINUED -