2011 Subaru Tribeca Owner's Manual - Page 268

Starting and operating 7-25 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). . 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 operate 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 when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. . The indicator light does not turn off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition key has been turned to the ON position. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Traction Control system OFF indicator light The indicator light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to the ON position; it turns off approximately 2 seconds later. This indicator light flashes during activation of the skid suppression function and is illuminated steadily during activation of the traction control function. 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 illuminate This single light has the function of indicating malfunctions in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of indicating that the Traction Control system is not operating. It illuminates in the event of a malfunction in the system and is illuminated whenever the system is not operating. - CONTINUED -