Starting and operating / Electronic Brake Force Distribution ( EBD ) system 7-39
& Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions
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If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system , the system stops working and the following warning lights illuminate simultaneously .
. Brake system warning light . ABS warning light . Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light
The EBD system may be malfunctioning if all the warning lights illuminate simultaneously during driving .
Even if the EBD system malfunctions , the conventional braking system will still function . However , the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehicle ’ s motion may therefore become somewhat harder to control .
If all the warning lights illuminate simultaneously , take the following steps .
1 . Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe , flat location .
2 . Apply the parking brake and turn off the engine .
3 . Restart the engine . 4 . Release the parking brake .
If all the warning lights do not come back on :
The EBD system have a possible malfunction . Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected .
If all the warning lights stay illuminated or come back on after approximately 2 seconds :
1 . Turn off the engine again . 2 . Apply the parking brake .
3 . Check the brake fluid level . For details about checking the brake fluid level , refer to “ Checking the fluid level ” F11-15 .
. If the brake fluid level is not below the “ MIN ” mark , the EBD system may be malfunctioning . Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected .
. If the brake fluid level is below the “ MIN ” mark , DO NOT drive the vehicle . Instead , have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair .
WARNING
. Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous . This indicates your brake system may not be working properly . If the light remains illuminated , have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately .
. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating properly , do not drive the vehicle . Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair .