Subaru Legacy: 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.
If the light illuminates constantly
If the light illuminates constantly while driving or does not turn off after
the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected.
You should have your vehicle checked by an ...
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
light behaves under any of the following conditions, the electrical system may be
malfu ...
See also:
System self-test
The indicator lamp illuminates
when you:
- turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock
- on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, press the
Start/Stop button once or twice
If an adult o ...
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the
M+S designation on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equ ...
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches,
combination meter, and other plastic surface
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control panel, audio equipment, instrument
panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches.
NOTE
Do not use organic solvents such as paint ...
