index SUBARU BRZ 2016 1.G User Guide

232 2-5. Driving information
■Refueling in cold weather
To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its
freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended dur-
ing cold weather.
Use only additives that are specifically designed for this purpose. When an
antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled when-
ever the fuel level reaches half empty.
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size, and that are the same for the following
items:
•Size
• Circumference
• Speed symbol
• Load index
• Construction
• Manufacturer
• Brand (tread pattern)
• Degrees of wear
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.

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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Tire pressure monitoring system operation (if equipped)
The tire pressure monitoring system may not provide warning immedi-
ately if a tire bursts or if sudden air leakage occurs.
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as
dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Make sure to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that all 4
tires are the same for the following items:
•Size
• Circumference
• Speed symbol
• Load index
• Construction
• Manufacturer
• Brand (tread pattern)
• Degrees of wear
You must obey the specification printed on the tire placard. The tire plac-
ard is located on the driver's door pillar.
If all four tires are not the same in items listed above, there is a possibil-
ity that it may lead to serious mechanical damage to the drive train of
your car and affect the following.
•Ride
• Handling
•Braking
• Speedometer/Odometer calibration
• Clearance between the body and the tires
It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control as well as an
accident.
●Only use radial tires.
●Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
●Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.

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6-1. Specifications
Fuel infor mation
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your SUBARU has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your SUBARU dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas-
oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your SUBARU dealer.
■Fuel octane rating
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane
numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI).
Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy
knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehi-
cle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you acceler-
ate. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the specified octane
rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance using
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 RON) or
higher. If 93 AKI (98 RON) fuel is not readily available in your area,
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) may be
used with no detriment to engine durability or driveability. However,
you may notice a slight decrease in maximum engine performance
and you may hear some knocking (pinking) of an engine while using
91 AKI (95 RON) fuel. Use of 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel will not affect your
warranty coverage.

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Vehicle specifications
Tire size
■Typical tire size information
The illustration indicates typical
tire size.
Tire use
(P = Passenger car,
T = Temporary use)
Section width (millimeters)
Aspect ratio
(tire height to section width)
Tire construction code
(R = Radial, D = Diagonal)
Wheel diameter (inches)
Load index (2 or 3 digits)
Speed symbol
(alphabet with one letter)
■Tire dimensions
Section width
Tire height
Wheel diameter

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Vehicle specifications
*:Table 1  Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load
for various designated seating capacities
Tire related termMeaning
Snow tireA tire that attains a traction index equal to or
greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E-
1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when
using the snow traction test as described in
ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for
Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line
on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which
is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at
least one sidewall
Te s t r i mThe rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and
may be any rim listed as appropriate for use
with that tire
TreadThat portion of a tire that comes into contact
with the road
Tread ribA tread section running circumferentially
around a tire
Tread separation Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indicators
(TWI)The projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a visual indication of the
degrees of wear of the tread
Wheel-holding fixtureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire
assembly securely during testing

Index
473
Abbreviation list ..................... 474
Alphabetical index .................. 475
What to do if... ........................ 485

475
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 238, 245
ABS........................................... 217
Access key
If the access key does
not operate properly........... 398
Air conditioning filter.............. 326
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 326
Automatic air conditioning
system................................ 245
Manual air conditioning
system................................ 238
Airbags
Airbag operating
conditions................... 104, 112
Airbag precautions for
your child............................ 118
Airbag warning light .............. 369
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 112
Curtain airbag
precautions ........................ 118
Front passenger occupant
detection system ................ 124
General airbag
precautions ........................ 118
Locations of airbags ............... 89
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............. 121
Proper driving
posture ......................... 87, 118
Side airbag operating
conditions........................... 112
Side airbag
precautions ........................ 118
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 112
Side and curtain airbags
precautions ........................ 118
SRS airbags ........................... 89
Alarm .......................................... 83Anti-lock brake system............217
Audio input ...............................256
Audio system
Audio input ............................256
AUX port................................256
iPod .......................................256
Portable music player............256
USB memory .........................256
USB port................................256
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................245
Automatic light
control system .......................202
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........174
If the select lever cannot be
shifted from P......................396
Manual mode ........................177
Mode select switch ................176
AUX port ...................................256
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .............342
Wattage .................................425
Battery
Checking ...............................306
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............402
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................229
Bottle holders ...........................262
Brake
Fluid ......................................304
Parking brake ........................185
Brake assist..............................217
Break-in tips .............................151
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control .................................191A
B

476 Alphabetical index
Care
Alcantara®............................. 284
Exterior.................................. 276
Interior ................................... 280
Seatbelts ............................... 281
Cargo capacity ......................... 224
Chains ....................................... 231
Child restraint system
Booster seats,
definition ............................. 134
Booster seats,
installation ........................... 138
Convertible seats,
definition ............................. 134
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 138
Front passenger occupant
detection system .................124
Infant seats,
definition ............................. 134
Infant seats,
installation ........................... 138
Installing CRS with
LATCH anchors .................. 139
Installing CRS with
seatbelts ............................. 141
Installing CRS with
top tether straps .................. 144Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 118
Battery precautions ....... 309, 405
Child restraint system ........... 134
How your child should
wear the seatbelt .................. 60
Installing child restraints........ 138
Power window lock switch ...... 70
Power window
precautions ........................... 73
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 332
Seat heater precautions ........ 272
Seatbelt guide ......................... 59
Seatbelt precautions ............... 62
Trunk precautions ................... 48
Cleaning
Alcantara
®............................. 284
Exterior.................................. 276
Interior ................................... 280
Seatbelts ............................... 281
Clock ......................................... 267
Condenser ................................ 304
Console tray ............................. 263
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 407
Cruise control .......................... 212
Cup holders .............................. 263
Customizable features ............ 443
C

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Daytime running light
system ................................... 205
Defogger
Rear window......................... 254
Side mirror ............................ 254
Dimension ................................ 414
Dinghy towing ......................... 235
Display
Multi-information display....... 197
Trip information .................... 198
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 293
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 258
Wattage ................................ 425
Doors
Door lock .................... 23, 37, 42
Door windows ......................... 70
Side mirrors ............................ 67
Driver's seatbelt
reminder light ........................ 371
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 151
Correct posture....................... 87
Procedures ........................... 148
Winter drive tips.................... 229Electric power steering ...........217
Emergency, in case of
If the access key does
not operate properly............398
If the engine will not start ......393
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P.................396
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............402
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................368
If the warning light
turns on ...............................368
If you have a flat tire .............382
If you lose your keys .............397
If you think something is
wrong ..................................366
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................410
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................359
If your vehicle overheats ....... 407DE

478 Alphabetical index
Engine
Compartment ........................ 298
Engine hood .......................... 296
Engine switch ................162, 171
How to start the
engine .........................162, 171
Identification number............. 415
If the engine will not start ...... 393
Ignition switch................162, 171
Overheating........................... 407
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 420
Checking ............................... 302
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 187
Engine hood ............................. 296
Engine immobilizer system....... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 418
Checking ............................... 299
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 229
Engine switch ...................162, 171
Engine switch light .................. 258
Event data recorder ...................16Floor mat .................................. 273
Fluid
Brake..................................... 304
Washer.................................. 310
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Switch ................................... 208
Wattage................................. 425
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Switch ................................... 208
Wattage................................. 425
Front passenger occupant
detection system ................... 124
Front passenger's seatbelt
reminder light ........................ 371
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 51
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Wattage................................. 425
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Switch ................................... 184
Wattage................................. 425
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 417
Fuel gauge ............................ 187
Fuel pump shut off system .... 367
Gas station information ......... 488
Information ............................ 426
Refueling................................. 74
Fuel door .................................... 74
Fuel filler lid................................ 74
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 367
Fuses ........................................ 334F