Subaru Outback (BR): System monitors
SRS airbag system warning light
A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner while the vehicle is being driven. The seatbelt pretensioners share the control module with the airbag system. Therefore, if any malfunction occurs in a seatbelt pretensioner, the SRS airbag system warning light will illuminate. The SRS airbag system warning light will show normal system operation by illuminating for approximately 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
The following components are monitored by the indicator.
● Front sub sensor (right-hand side)
● Front sub sensor (left-hand side)
● Airbag control module (including impact sensors [all models] and rollover sensors
[Outback])
● Frontal airbag module (driver’s side)
● Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s side)
● Center pillar impact sensor (right-hand side)
● Center pillar impact sensor (left-hand side)
● Front door impact sensor (right-hand side)
● Front door impact sensor (left-hand side)
● Side airbag module (driver’s side)
● Side airbag module (front passenger’s side)
● Rear wheel house impact sensor (righthand side)
● Rear wheel house impact sensor (lefthand side)
● Curtain airbag module (right-hand side)
● Curtain airbag module (left-hand side)
● Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side)
● Seatbelt pretensioner (front passenger’s side)
● Seatbelt buckle switch (front passenger’s side)
● Front passenger’s occupant detection system weight sensor
● Front passenger’s occupant detection control module
● Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator
● All related wiring
WARNING
If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g. SRS airbags may inflate in a very minor collision or not inflate in a severe collision), which may increase the risk of injury.
● Flashing or flickering of the warning light
● No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” position
● Continuous illumination of the warning light
● Illumination of the warning light while driving
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WARNING
● When discarding a seatbelt retractor assembly or scrapping the entire vehicle
damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer.
● Tampering with or disconnecting the system
Child restraint systems
Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint
system in the rear seat while riding in the vehicle.
You should use an infant or child restraint system that mee
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Basic Diagnostic Procedure of Vehicle Dynamics Control
A: PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Remove foreign matter (dust, water, oil etc.) from the VDCCM&H/U connector during removal and installation.
NOTE:
To check the harness for open or short circuits, shake problem spot or connector.
Refer to "Check List for Interview". <Ref. to VD
Rear gate (Outback) – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked
In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by operating the power door
locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from inside
the cargo area.
1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim using flat-head
screwdriver.
2. Locate the
