2009 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 261

Starting and operating 7-41 ! Vehicle Dynamics Control mode When the ignition switch is on, this mode is selected. This mode enables all controls for ABS, the Traction Control System, and the Vehicle Dynamics Control system. Select this mode for most driving situations. When this mode is selected, the Vehicle Dynamics Control mode indicator light " " on the combination meter turns off. ! Traction mode This mode restricts the functions of the Traction Control System and Vehicle Dynamics Control system and thus delays utilizing their functions as a reaction to vehicle behavior in comparison with the Vehicle Dynamics Control mode. This mode should be used in driving situations where the vehicle dynamic performance will improve without decreasing engine torque control. When the switch is pressed briefly during engine operation, the Traction Control OFF indicator light " " on the combination meter illuminates in green. When the switch is pressed again to reactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the Traction Control OFF indicator light " " turns off. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF mode This mode allows only the ABS control. This mode should be used in an emergency situation such as getting out of snow or mud. When the switch is pressed for more than 2 seconds during engine operation, the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light " " on the combination meter illuminates in yellow. When the switch is pressed again to reactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light " " turns off. gine. . When the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF mode is selected, the vehicle's running performance is comparable with that of a vehicle that does not have a Vehicle Dynamics Control system. Do not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except when absolutely necessary. & Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (except WRX STI) NOTE . When a mode other than the Vehicle Dynamics Control mode is selected, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system automatically reactivates itself the next time the ignition switch is turned to the "LOCK" position and the engine is restarted. . If the switch is held down for 10 seconds or longer, the indicator light turns off, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is activated, and the system ignores any further pressing of the switch. To make the switch usable again, turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position and restart the en- Pressing the switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system can facilitate the following operations: . a standing start on a steeply sloping road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or otherwise slippery surface - CONTINUED -