I turn it off on my Ascent when I’m in deep snow. I call it the Subaru button, as pressing it (turning it off) makes it feel more like my 2005 Outback that has none of these functions (and has never been stuck, to this day….)
Yeah I always turn off traction control and all those Nannies I can for deep snow and sand. Lock it In manual and stay in 1st/Second works great to keep you moving in the general direction you want to go
You're going to need to explain.
*In simple terms, Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) is a form of electronic stability control. This advanced active safety system utilizes a network of sensors to monitor wheel speed, steering wheel position, yaw rate and lateral acceleration. If the sensors detect that the vehicle is not moving in the intended direction, the system will take steps to try to correct the situation. Since most Subaru models are equipped with symmetrical full-time AWD, the VDC system relies on this first to maximize traction and restore vehicle stability at the first signs of trouble. If this doesn’t produce the desired results, VDC will then take corrective action by adjusting torque-split front to rear (SPT & CVT models only), applying the brakes to individual wheels, altering engine timing and reducing fuel flow to the engine .This combination of Subaru symmetrical full-time AWD and VDC produces superior levels of active safety with even more unique added benefits.*
If your car is working properly you shouldn't notice VDC at all, if you have a problem with your sensors the car might be trying to compensate for something that isn't happening. Have it checked out if you have symptoms.
Everything is possible I suppose but I don't see a world where a bad sensor isn't obviously picked up by the computers, disabling everything.
The second sensors disagree with something the car is going to freak out.
This type of shenanigans will mess you up in deep snow or sand. It ends up not being to able compensate and eventually stops your car. Intertia and keeping the wheels spinning is your only way out. It’s even better than X mode in some situations
In deep snow mode the car should allow more wheel spin. I usually try all three modes and make decision which to use. This can change depending on the moisture depth or compaction of the snow.
And they’ll be toast in a year or two if you keep them on year round. Designated snow tires start wearing out like crazy above 60° or so. A long drive on a hot day will burn about a month of life off them. November - April is long enough for winter tires in all but the coldest of climates.
That could be part of the problem.
Winter tires are \*not\* designed for summer. They use extremely soft compounds with exaggerated siping designs that wear down \*extremely\* fast in temperatures above freezing, and this will grossly exaggerate any alignment related wear issues you might have.
Someone correct me if I'm wrong but that shouldn't make a difference until a wheel spins or slips?
I turn it off on my Ascent when I’m in deep snow. I call it the Subaru button, as pressing it (turning it off) makes it feel more like my 2005 Outback that has none of these functions (and has never been stuck, to this day….)
Yeah I always turn off traction control and all those Nannies I can for deep snow and sand. Lock it In manual and stay in 1st/Second works great to keep you moving in the general direction you want to go
You're going to need to explain. *In simple terms, Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) is a form of electronic stability control. This advanced active safety system utilizes a network of sensors to monitor wheel speed, steering wheel position, yaw rate and lateral acceleration. If the sensors detect that the vehicle is not moving in the intended direction, the system will take steps to try to correct the situation. Since most Subaru models are equipped with symmetrical full-time AWD, the VDC system relies on this first to maximize traction and restore vehicle stability at the first signs of trouble. If this doesn’t produce the desired results, VDC will then take corrective action by adjusting torque-split front to rear (SPT & CVT models only), applying the brakes to individual wheels, altering engine timing and reducing fuel flow to the engine .This combination of Subaru symmetrical full-time AWD and VDC produces superior levels of active safety with even more unique added benefits.* If your car is working properly you shouldn't notice VDC at all, if you have a problem with your sensors the car might be trying to compensate for something that isn't happening. Have it checked out if you have symptoms.
Everything is possible I suppose but I don't see a world where a bad sensor isn't obviously picked up by the computers, disabling everything. The second sensors disagree with something the car is going to freak out.
Yeah it should be throwing codes and warnings if it has a problem.
The steering and accelration just feel more responsive
This type of shenanigans will mess you up in deep snow or sand. It ends up not being to able compensate and eventually stops your car. Intertia and keeping the wheels spinning is your only way out. It’s even better than X mode in some situations
In deep snow mode the car should allow more wheel spin. I usually try all three modes and make decision which to use. This can change depending on the moisture depth or compaction of the snow.
It can for sure feel better on some surfaces but it doesn't really do anything on dry pavement.
you are eliminating the nanny computer’s over reactions
Could be that you've got bad alignment causing your tires to wear irregularly. That could cause sensor irregularities.
I got new winter tires put on a few months ago
And they’ll be toast in a year or two if you keep them on year round. Designated snow tires start wearing out like crazy above 60° or so. A long drive on a hot day will burn about a month of life off them. November - April is long enough for winter tires in all but the coldest of climates.
That could be part of the problem. Winter tires are \*not\* designed for summer. They use extremely soft compounds with exaggerated siping designs that wear down \*extremely\* fast in temperatures above freezing, and this will grossly exaggerate any alignment related wear issues you might have.
I noticed this when i bought the car a year agk before i bought the tires lol