alyolles Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 So as im sure you guys know normally you turn off the traction control buy pressing the far right button on the little cluster of three buy your left leg. Well for some reason that right button is just a hard button and doesn't moved when pushed. Any ideas whats going on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travrach Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 It's not a button, it's for a accessory your car does not have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akasa Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 What traction control? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 You cannot turn off the traction control in a 2005 5EAT, as there is no button for it. However, you can use manual mode, which might actually generate enough torque in 2nd or 3rd to slip the wheels enough before the trans catches up. So when do you get to take your driver's test? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alyolles Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 If there is no traction control then what exactly aside from the AWD is keeping the car from slipping? When you let's say try to do a donut, you'll feel the back start to slip but then something kills the power so it won't slip. What exactly could this be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras06LGT Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 If there is no traction control then what exactly aside from the AWD is keeping the car from slipping? When you let's say try to do a donut, you'll feel the back start to slip but then something kills the power so it won't slip. What exactly could this be? That's the point of AWD - it shifts power from the wheels that are slipping to those that are not. In this case, the rear is slipping and having power pulled from it, so the tires then hook back up. If this is all on dry pavement, you should probably start saving from some tires and a trans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akasa Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 That's the point of AWD - it shifts power from the wheels that are slipping to those that are not. In this case, the rear is slipping and having power pulled from it, so the tires then hook back up. If this is all on dry pavement, you should probably start saving from some tires and a trans. And a new diff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 If there is no traction control then what exactly aside from the AWD is keeping the car from slipping? When you let's say try to do a donut, you'll feel the back start to slip but then something kills the power so it won't slip. What exactly could this be? VDC, you must have a 5eat transmission ? 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 VDC, you must have a 5eat transmission ? Technically, yes, "he" does. AFAIK, VDC tech only exists in the 07+ models. 05s are just nannies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alyolles Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 Ok, so aside from the AWD and ABS there are really no traction aids? And btw wasnt on dry tarmac, was on rain, snow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 No TC in the 05-06 LGT, only AWD and tire adhesion keeping you in control. I loved the fact that there was no TC. All driver, no BS the center diff in the 5mt is a viscous unit, which means its reactive and will send power to the front via the limited slip functionality only after the rear end slips alittle. that momentary slip in the rear before the front pulls the car forward is what you felt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 Ok, so aside from the AWD and ABS there are really no traction aids? And btw wasnt on dry tarmac, was on rain, snow. This is semi-correct; the 05 5EAT won't intentionally let you lose traction, at least not if it senses it. Best way to break loose? Run shitty tires. Ask me how I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 i dont see where the OP said he had a 5EAT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 i dont see where the OP said he had a 5EAT We know this from other posts. We also know that it's not his car, but, his brother's, who is in college in Vermont. OP lives in rural NY, IIRC. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alyolles Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 Sorry for the confusion, it is a 5EAT. And by the way NJ not NY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 And by the way NJ not NY Oh, so you're proud of your bridge-and-tunnel heritage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnusonsubie Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 I'm surprised his brother lets him use his car as he is posting that he is abusing it and sliding it around! 2005 Vader Wagon Material Tests on Ringland Failure Piston I should have held off and purchased a wagon instead of the spec.B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 I'm surprised his brother lets him use his car as he is posting that he is abusing it and sliding it around! You have PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnusonsubie Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 You have PM. Not seeing one. 2005 Vader Wagon Material Tests on Ringland Failure Piston I should have held off and purchased a wagon instead of the spec.B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 How about nao? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnusonsubie Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 Yup I have it. 2005 Vader Wagon Material Tests on Ringland Failure Piston I should have held off and purchased a wagon instead of the spec.B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alyolles Posted November 20, 2014 Author Share Posted November 20, 2014 I wasnt abusing the car, ive never even driven it. It was his own stupid idea to try to do donuts. Only reason im on here instead of him is because he is just learning about cars and i know more than him so im trying to be helpful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 I wasnt abusing the car, ive never even driven it. It was his own stupid idea to try to do donuts. Only reason im on here instead of him is because he is just learning about cars and i know more than him so im trying to be helpful And that's all fine and good, but, if he doesn't take care of it, and only beats on it, then its not gonna matter what you do or say to him about it. Best bet here, is to get a new engine dropped in, so when its time to pass it down to you, who clearly cares about it, it'll still have some life left - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 I wasnt abusing the car, ive never even driven it. It was his own stupid idea to try to do donuts. Only reason im on here instead of him is because he is just learning about cars and i know more than him so im trying to be helpful There are lots of "my engine is smoking" & "my turbo sounds bad" threads on here that started with the immortal phrase "try to do donuts". If you are going to do that, pick a low traction surface (ice, snow, etc), bald tires, over-fill your oil .5 quart, check your water levels, and have an AAA membership to cover the wrecker. Also, try to do clockwise spins (driver on outside) to keep more oil in the engine. Then get your car up to speed, turn the wheel quickly in one direction and pull the e-brake releasing the button at the top of the pull then quickly dropping the handle down again whilst keeping your foot floored on the gas pedal. If you get it right, you'll do a donut or some part of one. If not, be sure to post the video. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merc6 Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 This thread is full of win. I will say this, watch the gas attendants as they love to pump our cars full of 87. You DO NOT WANT 87 in these cars. 2005 Satin White Pearl Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Unlimited 5EAT (Project Car) 2019 Agate Black Ford Explorer XLT 4WD (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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