Subaru Forester: Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light - Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/ Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light - Warning and indicator lights - Keys and doors - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light

The indicator light flashes during activation of the skid suppression function and during activation of the traction control function.

NOTE
- The light may remain illuminated for a short period of time after the engine has been started, especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up.

- The indicator light illuminates when the engine has developed a problem and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ malfunction indicator lamp is on.

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under the following condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

- The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.

    Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light
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    Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light
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