sport mode SUBARU BRZ 2017 1.G Quick Reference Guide

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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)/TR AC
off switch for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
However, on vehicles with an automatic transmission, the brake
LSD function will remain 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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TR ACK switchD
Press the switch to activate the TR ACK mode.
The TR ACK indicator and Vehicle stability control (VSC)
off indicator come on when in TR ACK mode.
To change back to normal mode while in TR ACK mode,
press
or .
Your vehicle is equipped with two types of control modes to accommodate various driving
preferences. The control modes can be selected with the
TR ACK switch.
Normal mode allows secure and smooth normal driving.
When the switch is pressed and held for 1 second or more, TR ACK mode is activated.
Control characteristics such as the Vehicle stability control (VSC) and TR AC are adjusted
to afford maneuverability closer to what a driver may desire, while a sense of security is
retained.
Modes can be selected to suit your driving conditions as follows:
Driving conditions Indicator lights Switch operation
Rough roads
The Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC
off switch is pressed.
Sport driving
The TR ACK switch is pressed and held
for more than 1 second.

The Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC
off switch is pressed and held
for more than
3 seconds.
Press
0058 Some functions are available on certain models.
00030058 For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
er’s Manual.

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indicator lights
The following indicators show the current status of your car. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for
more information.
Turn signal
indicatorHeadlight high
beam indicatorFront fog light
indicator
(if equipped)
Security
indicatorAirbag on- off
indicatorVehicle stability
control (VSC)
off indicator
SPORT
indicator
(AT models)SNOW indicator
(AT models)SET indicator
Upshift/downshift indicator
(AT models)Shift position and shift range
indicator (AT models)
REV indicator Traction Control System OFF
indicator
Shift position indicator
(MT models)Shift-up indicator
(MT models)
Low engine coolant
temperature indicatorTRACK indicator
Hill start assist ON indicatorLow outside temperature
indicator (color display only)