Index SUBARU BRZ 2017 1.G User Guide

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
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
Also, make sure to use tire chains that match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.

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When driving
■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
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.
RON
This octane rating is the Research Octane Number.
AKI
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). 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 (pinging) from the 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
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Abbreviation list ...................... 524
Alphabetical index ................... 525
What to do if...
........................ 533

525
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 276, 283
ABS........................................... 251
Access key
If the access key does
not operate properly........... 449
Air conditioning filter.............. 364
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 364
Automatic air conditioning
system................................ 283
Manual air conditioning
system................................ 276
Airbags
Airbag operating
conditions................... 106, 114
Airbag precautions for
your child............................ 123
Airbag warning light .............. 404
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 114
Curtain airbag
precautions ........................ 123
Front passenger occupant
detection system ................ 129
General airbag
precautions ........................ 123
Locations of airbags ............... 91
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............. 126
Proper driving
posture ......................... 89, 123
Side airbag operating
conditions........................... 114
Side airbag
precautions ........................ 123
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 114
Side and curtain airbags
precautions ........................ 123
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners .......... 502
SRS airbags ........................... 91Alarm ...........................................85
Anti-lock brake system............251
Audio input ...............................294
Audio system
Audio input ............................294
AUX port................................294
iPod .......................................294
Portable music player............294
USB memory .........................294
USB port................................294
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................283
Automatic headlight
leveling system ......................231
Automatic light
control system .......................228
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........181
If the select lever cannot be
shifted from P......................447
Manual mode ........................184
Mode select switch ................183
Paddle shift levers .................184
AUX port ...................................294
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .............380
Wattage .................................475
Battery
Checking ...............................344
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............453
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................268
Bottle holders ...........................300
Brake
Fluid ......................................342
Parking brake ........................192
Brake assist..............................251
Break-in tips .............................157A
B

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Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control .................................196
Care
Alcantara
®............................. 322
Aluminum wheels .................. 315
Exterior.................................. 314
Interior ................................... 318
Seatbelts ............................... 319
Cargo capacity ......................... 263
Chains ....................................... 270
Child restraint system
Booster seats,
definition ............................. 139
Booster seats,
installation ........................... 143
Convertible seats,
definition ............................. 139
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 143
Front passenger occupant
detection system .................129
Infant seats,
definition ............................. 139
Infant seats,
installation ........................... 143
Installing CRS with
LATCH anchors .................. 144
Installing CRS with
seatbelts ............................. 146
Installing CRS with
top tether straps .................. 149Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 123
Battery precautions ....... 347, 456
Child restraint system ........... 139
How your child should
wear the seatbelt .................. 62
Installing child restraints........ 143
Power window lock switch ...... 72
Power window
precautions ........................... 75
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 370
Seat heater precautions ........ 309
Seatbelt guide ......................... 61
Seatbelt precautions ............... 64
Trunk precautions ................... 49
Cleaning
Alcantara
®............................. 322
Aluminum wheels.................. 315
Exterior.................................. 314
Interior ................................... 318
Seatbelts ............................... 319
Clock ......................................... 305
Condenser ................................ 342
Console tray ............................. 301
Coolant
Capacity ................................ 470
Checking ............................... 340
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 458
Cruise control .......................... 237
Cup holders .............................. 301
Curtain airbags .......................... 91
Customizable features ............ 493
Daytime running light
system .................................... 230
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 292
Side mirror ............................ 292
Dimensions .............................. 464
Dinghy towing .......................... 274
C
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Display
Drive information .................. 216
Multi-information
display ........................ 205, 213
Trip information .................... 206
Warning messages............... 414
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 331
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 296
Wattage ................................ 475
Doors
Door lock .................... 25, 38, 43
Door windows ......................... 72
Side mirrors ............................ 69
Drive information .................... 216
Driver's seatbelt
reminder light ........................ 406
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 157
Correct posture....................... 89
Procedures ........................... 154
Winter drive tips.................... 268
Electric power steering........... 251
Emergency, in case of
If the access key does
not operate properly........... 449
If the engine will not start...... 444
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 447
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 453
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 402
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 402
If the warning message
is displayed ........................ 414
If you have a flat tire ............ 431
If you lose your keys............. 448
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 400If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................461
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................393
If your vehicle overheats .......458
Engine
Compartment ........................336
Engine hood ..........................334
Engine switch ................169, 178
How to start the
engine .........................169, 178
Identification number .............465
If the engine will not start ......444
Ignition switch................169, 178
Overheating...........................458
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................470
Checking ...............................340
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ........194, 218
Engine hood .............................334
Engine immobilizer system.......80
Engine oil
Capacity ................................468
Checking ...............................337
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................268
Engine switch ...................169, 178
Engine switch light ..................296
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat...................................310
Fluid
Brake .....................................342
Washer ..................................348
Fog lights
Switch....................................233
Front fog lights
Switch....................................233
Front passenger occupant
detection system ...................129
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