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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Waxing and polishing
Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing and polishing.
Use a good quality polish and wax and apply them according to the manufacturer’s
instructions. Wax or polish when the painted surface is cool.
Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim, as well as the painted surfaces. Loss
of wax
Vehicle finder function
Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large
parking lot. Provided you are within 30 feet (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing
the “” button three times in a 5-second
period will cause your vehicle’s horn to sound once and its turn signal lights to
flash
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