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buckeye
10-23-2008, 11:11 PM
My car is about 3 months old with 1700 miles. I already have appointment setup next tuesday. But i wanted to share and gain some insight before i go upto the dealers. You know how dirty it can be dealing with dealer maintenance.

Since yesterday, i noticed my All wheel drive OFF sign was not seen on dashboard, when i noticed its button the All wheel drive was turned on. I assumed it was me accidentally left it on. So i turned it off.

When i started my car back after few hours, same thing again. Its been like that past 24 hours.

Anyone knows whats going on here???

If so, please shed some light.
jjs316
10-24-2008, 12:59 AM
might want to shed some light on what kind of vehicle you are talking about...
buckeye
10-24-2008, 06:38 AM
Subaru 2009 Legacy 2.5 Special Edition with sports package.
Airgne
10-24-2008, 07:39 AM
Subaru 2009 Legacy 2.5 Special Edition with sports package.

i thought subaru has been AWD on the legay since the 2nd gen :smt017
Huffer
10-24-2008, 07:53 AM
Firstly - DO NOT POST YOUR QUESTION MULTIPLE TIMES. It just serves to confuse people and prevents collection of correct information in one place.

Second - reference your vehicle year and model in the title of your post if possible, if not in your forum signature. Preferably as part of your post as sometimes the vehicle you own changes over time.

Third - All Subaru's have AWD as standard from 1995 onward. Automatics have a automatic torque-biasing system that moves torque from 90/10 to 50/50 under traction slip conditions.

So to the point of your original question - did you read your owners manual to determine the correct function of the button/function you turned off?

BTW - why the heck would you buy a new car, with a warranty, if you are afraid of the dealer? You'll be seeing them at least the next 30,000miles.
Huffer
10-24-2008, 08:16 AM
Since yesterday, i noticed my All wheel drive OFF sign was not seen on dashboard, when i noticed its button the All wheel drive was turned on. I assumed it was me accidentally left it on. So i turned it off.

When i started my car back after few hours, same thing again. Its been like that past 24 hours.

Are you sure you didn't switch off traction control?
Airgne
10-24-2008, 09:21 AM
wish i could turn off my TCS if i had one? i dont know sometimes.
Huffer
10-24-2008, 09:22 AM
I'm pretty certain BL/BPs are the first models to get TCS.
1-3-2-4
10-24-2008, 07:05 PM
he has to be talking about the VDC button? does the light look like a car driving on two lines?
jg09
10-25-2008, 03:40 PM
All Subarus have full time AWD, so it's not that it's off. I'm with 1-3-2-4. Sounds like VDC.
ivwarrior
10-25-2008, 05:34 PM
All current US MARKET Subarus are full time AWD. It would help to know where the OP is located, as well.
kyle86na
10-28-2008, 06:13 PM
I would assume you are talking about he VDC button as well, as 2009 this is standard. VDC is NOT your all wheel drive; and if you are under that impression then your salesperson failed you.

VDC is always on, untill you turn it off ( hitting the button, and seeing the icon pop on the dash,) your AWD is always on aswell. beings as Subaru is known for its AWD being full time.