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Vehicle Dynamics Control system
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 .
7-13 . Vehicle Dynamics Control system
& Safety precautions WARNING
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Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving a vehicle with the Vehicle Dynamics Control system could easily lead to a serious accident .
CAUTION
. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the Vehicle Dynamics Control system , winter tires should be used when driving on snowcovered or icy roads ; in addition , vehicle speed should be reduced considerably . Simply having a Vehicle Dynamics Control system does not guarantee that the vehicle will be able to avoid accidents in any situation .
. Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is an indication that the road on which the vehicle is traveling has a slippery surface ; since having
Vehicle Dynamics Control is no guarantee that full vehicle control will be maintained at all times and under all conditions , its activation should be seen as a sign that the speed of the vehicle should be reduced considerably .
. Whenever suspension components , steering components , or an axle are removed from a vehicle , have an inspection of that system performed by an authorized SUBARU dealer .
. The following precautions should be observed in order to ensure that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating properly :
– 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 .
– Keep the tire pressure at the proper level as shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver ’ s side door pillar .
– Use only the specified temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire . With a temporary spare tire , the effectiveness of the