brake SUBARU BRZ 2016 1.G Quick Reference Guide

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Start/Stop engine
Push-button ignition switch (if equipped)
Engine (ignition) switch (if equipped)
Performing the following operations when carrying the access key on your person starts the
engine or changes push-button ignition switch modes.
Starting the engine;
1: Check that the parking brake is set.
2: Check that the select lever is set in P (AT models). Check that the shift lever is set in neutral (MT models).
3: Firmly depress the brake pedal (AT models). Firmly depress the clutch pedal (MT models). The push button start system indicator light (green) will turn on.
4: Press the push-button ignition switch.
Stopping the engine;
1: Stop the vehicle (AT models). While depressing the clutch pedal, stop the vehicle (MT models).
2: Shift the select lever to P (AT models). Shift the shift lever to neutral (MT models).
3: Set the parking brake.
4: Release the brake pedal (AT models). Release the clutch pedal (MT models).
5: Press the push-button ignition switch.
6: Check that the keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) is off.
Off ( Tu r n e d o f f )ACC (G r e e n)ON (G r e e n)
Modes can be changed by pressing the push-button ignition switch with the brake
pedal (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual
transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed)
Changing push-button ignition switch mode
LOCK : The steering wheel is locked and the key can be
removed. (Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
The key can be removed only when the select lever
is in P.)
ACC : Some electrical components such as the power
outlet can be used.
ON : All electrical components can be used.
START : The engine can be started.
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Operate Select lever/Shift lever
Automatic transmission (if equipped)
Manual transmission (if equipped)
P = Parking/Starting the engine
R = Reversing
N = Neutral
D = Drive
For normal driving/Temporary manual mode
driving
M = Manual mode
Manual mode driving:
To enter manual mode, shift the select lever to the M position.
While the engine switch is in the ON position or the push-button ignition switch is in
ON mode, move the select lever with the brake pedal depressed.
Temporary manual mode driving (vehicles with paddle shift levers):
Temporary manual mode driving can be changed to by
operating the paddle shift levers while the select lever is
in the D position.
Shifting the shift lever to R
Shift the shift lever to R while lifting up the ring section.
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Driving pattern selector switch (if equipped)C
Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC off switchB
Turning off Traction Control System:
To turn the TR AC system off, quickly press and
release the button.
The Traction Control System OFF indicator light will
come on.
Press the button again to turn the system back on.
Turning off both Traction Control System and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) systems:
To turn the TR AC and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) systems
off, press and hold the Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC
off switch for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
In this case, the brake LSD function remains on. Press the button
again to turn the systems back on.
Selecting a driving mode
By pressing the driving pattern selector switch,
the following modes can be selected to suit
driving and usage conditions:
1 Normal mode
2 Sport mode:
The SPORT indicator comes on. Use sport mode for sporty driving or when driving in
mountainous regions with lots of curves.
3 Snow mode:
The SNOW indicator comes on. Use snow mode for accelerating and driving on slippery
road surfaces such as snow.
To cancel sport mode or snow mode, press the same side of the switch again.
Quickly press
and release
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Some warning/indicator lights illuminate for a few seconds in order to check themselves
when the ignition switch is turned ON.
MAIN WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Warning lights
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for countermeasures when each warning light comes on.
If necessary, consult your authorized SUBARU dealer.
Malfunction indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:• The electronic engine control system;• The electronic throttle control system;• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
Brake system warning
• Low brake fluid• Malfunction in the brake system• The parking brake is not released.
Charging system warning
Indicates a malfunction in the
vehicle’s charging system.
ABS warning
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.
Low engine oil pressure warning
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Electric power steering warning
Indicates a malfunction in the electric power steering system.
Driver’s seatbelt reminder
Warns the driver to fasten his/
her seatbelt.
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder
Warns the front passenger
to fasten his or her seatbelt.
Location: On the center panel.
Open door warning
Indicates that a door or the trunk
lid is not fully closed.
Low fuel level warning
Fuel level is low.
SRS airbag system warning
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seatbelt pretensioner system;
• The front passenger occupant
detection system.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning (if equipped)
Indicates that the automatic
transmission fluid temperature is
too high.
u Some functions are available on certain models. u For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
er’s Manual.