Subaru Outback (BR): ABS system self-check
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) / ABS system self-check
You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of ABS from the engine compartment just after the vehicle is started. This is caused by an automatic functional test of the ABS system being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition.
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ABS warning light
The ABS warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position and turns off after approximately 2 seconds.
This is an indication that the ABS system is working pro
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
The EBD system maximizes the effectiveness of the brakes by allowing the rear
brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force. It functions by adjusting
the distribution of braking forc
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions
If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system, the system stops working and the brake
system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously.
The EBD system may be malfunctioning if the
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Drive Cycle
A: PROCEDURE
It is necessary to perform the drive cycle listed below if DTC is not found
in the Inspection Mode. It is possible
to complete diagnosis of the DTC by performing the indicated drive cycle. After
the repair for the DTC, perform
a necessary drive cycle and make sure the function recover
Cargo area light (Outback)
1) DOOR
2) OFF
3) ON
The cargo area light switch has three positions.
DOOR: The light illuminates only when the rear gate is opened.
OFF: The light remains off.
ON: The light remains on continuously.
The automatically illuminated cargo area light remains on for several seconds
and then gr
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