Subaru Outback (BR): Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / 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 force to the rear wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s loading condition and speed.
The EBD system is an integral part of the ABS system and uses some of the ABS system’s components to perform its function of optimizing the distribution of braking force. If any of the ABS components used by the EBD function fails, the EBD system also stops working.
When the EBD system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
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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
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving
with a Vehicle Dynamics Control system equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious
accident.
CAUTION
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Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt
WARNING
● Child restraint systems and seatbelts can become hot in a vehicle that has
been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child
restraint system before you place a child in it.
● Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle.
SRS airbag operation
The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags and SRS curtain airbags deploy independently of each other because each has its own impact sensor. T
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