Subaru Outback (BR): If the light is blinking
If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been detected which may damage the emission control system.
To prevent serious damage to the emission control system, you should conform to the following instructions.
● Reduce vehicle speed.
● Avoid hard acceleration.
● Avoid steep uphill grades.
● Reduce the amount of cargo, if possible.
● Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible.
The CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp may stop blinking and illuminate steadily after several driving trips. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately.
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Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light
CAUTION
● After turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, if this indicator light/warning
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malfu
Charge warning light
If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the
charging system is not working properly.
If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engin
Oil pressure warning light
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light on. This may cause
serious engine damage.
If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the
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WARNING
Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain
damage. If the AWD warning light flashes, promptly park in a safe place then check
whether all four tires are the same diameter and whether any of the tires has a
puncture or has lost air pressure for some
Immobilizer
The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting
the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used
to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch
and can be turned to the “START” posit
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