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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESTRACTION CONTROLVEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS)WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION PATTERNVDC OFF INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT GO OFFTROUBLE SYMPTOM
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans
VDC Off Indicator Light Does Not Go Off: Trouble Symptom
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Trouble Symptom
When starting the engine, VDC OFF indicator light is kept ON.
NOTE:
When pressing the VDC OFF switch for 10 seconds or more, the VDC OFF indicator light goes off and cannot operate any more. When turning the ignition switch from OFF to ON, the OFF operation enabled status is restored.
| Step | Check | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 READ DTC. Read the DTC. < Refer to READ DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . > |
Is DTC displayed? | Perform the diagnosis according to DTC. < Refer to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . > | Go to step 2 . |
| 2 CHECK VDC OFF SWITCH. Remove and check VDC OFF switch. < Refer to VDC OFF SWITCH . > |
Is the VDC OFF switch normal? | Go to step 3 . | Replace the VDC OFF switch. |
| 3 CHECK LAN SYSTEM. Perform the diagnosis for LAN system. < Refer to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE . > |
Is there any fault in LAN system? | Perform the diagnosis according to DTC for LAN system. < Refer to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . > | Go to step 4 . |
| 4 CHECK COMBINATION METER. Check the combination meter. < Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY MODE , OPERATION, Combination Meter System. > |
Is combination meter OK? | Replace the VDCCM&H/U. < Refer to VDC CONTROL MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM&H/U) . > | Replace the combination meter. < Refer to COMBINATION METER . > |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.