check engine light SUBARU BRZ 2018 Owner's Manual

446 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Have the malfunction repaired immediately.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.
InteriorbuzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Once 
(Flashes)
(Flashes in yellow)
Indicates that the
access key is not
present when
attempting to
start the engine. Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
access
key.
Once
3 times
(Flashes)
(Flashes in yellow)
Indicates that a
door other than
the driver’s door
has been opened
and closed with
the push-button
ignition switch in
any mode other
than off and the
access key out-
side of the detec-
tion area. Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
access
key.

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Emergency start function (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the push-button ignition
switch is functioning normally:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission Set the parking brake.
Put the select lever in P.
Set the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Press and hold the push-button ignition switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 480)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a keyless access with push button start system)
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission Ensure that the select lever is in P and firmly depress the
brake pedal.
Touch the area behind the lock
button and unlock button on the
access key to the push-button
ignition switch.
When the access key is detected,
a buzzer sounds and the push-
button ignition switch will turn to
“ON” mode.
When the keyless access with push button start system is deacti-
vated in customization setting, the push-button ignition switch will
turn to “ACC” mode. Modes can be changed by pressing the push-
button ignition switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode
changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the keyless
access with push button start system indicator light (green)
turns on.
Press the push-button ignition switch.
In the event that the push-button ignition switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your SUBARU dealer.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem only: Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle
with the push-button ignition switch off.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start
system: Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle
and turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, then start
the vehicle's engine.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem: Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and
turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode, then
start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible.STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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Brightness controlInstrument panel light control .................................201
Care Alcantara
®............................. 346
Alloy wheels .......................... 337
Exterior.................................. 336
Interior ................................... 342
Seatbelts ............................... 343
Cargo capacity ......................... 272
Chains ....................................... 279
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ............................. 141
Booster seats, installation ........................... 145
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 141
Convertible seats, installation ........................... 145
Front passenger occupant detection system .................131
Infant seats,
definition ............................. 141
Infant seats, installation ........................... 145
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .................. 146
Installing CRS with
seatbelts ............................. 148
Installing CRS with top tether straps .................. 151 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 125
Battery precautions ....... 371, 483
Child restraint system ........... 141
How your child should wear the seatbelt .................. 62
Installing child restraints........ 145
Power window lock switch ...... 74
Power window precautions ........................... 77
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 395
Seat heater precautions ........ 319
Seatbelt guide ......................... 61
Seatbelt precautions ............... 64
Trunk precautions ................... 49
Cleaning Alcantara
®............................. 346
Alloy wheels .......................... 337
Exterior.................................. 336
Interior ................................... 342
Seatbelts ............................... 343
Clock ......................................... 315
Condenser ................................ 366
Console tray ............................. 311
Coolant Capacity ................................ 498
Checking ............................... 364
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 485
Cruise control .......................... 243
Cup holders .............................. 311
Curtain airbags .......................... 93
Customizable features ............ 522
Daytime running light
system .................................... 235
Defogger Rear window ......................... 302
Side mirror ............................ 302
Dimensions .............................. 492
Dinghy towing .......................... 283
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Display
Drive information .................. 221
Multi-information display ........................ 210, 218
Trip information .................... 211
Warning messages............... 440
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 355
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights.............. 306
Wattage ................................ 504
Doors Door lock .................... 25, 38, 43
Door windows ......................... 74
Side mirrors ............................ 71
Drive information .................... 221
Driver's seatbelt reminder light ........................ 432
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 159
Correct posture....................... 91
Procedures ........................... 156
Winter drive tips.................... 277
Electric power steering........... 257
Emergency, in case of If the access key does not operate properly........... 476
If the engine will not start...... 471
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 474
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 480
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 428
If the warning light turns on .............................. 428
If the warning message is displayed ........................ 440
If you have a flat tire ............ 457
If you lose your keys............. 475
If you think something is wrong ................................. 426 If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................488
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................419
If your vehicle overheats .......485
Engine
Compartment ........................360
Engine hood ..........................358
Engine switch ................172, 182
How to start the engine .........................172, 182
Identification number .............493
If the engine will not start ......471
Ignition switch................172, 182
Overheating...........................485
Engine coolant Capacity ................................498
Checking ...............................364
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........199, 223
Engine hood .............................358
Engine immobilizer system.......82
Engine oil Capacity ................................496
Checking ...............................361
Preparing and checking before winter .......................277
Engine switch ...................172, 182
Engine switch light ..................306
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat...................................320
Fluid Brake .....................................366
Washer ..................................372
Fog lights
Switch....................................239
Front fog lights Switch....................................239
Front passenger occupant detection system ...................131
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TachometerTachometer ........................... 199
Tail lights Switch.................................... 233
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................87
Engine immobilizer system .....82
Theft prevention labels..............86
Tire inflation pressure ............. 502
Tire information Glossary ................................ 515
Size ....................................... 512
Tire identification number...... 511
Uniform tire quality grading................................ 513
Tires Chains ................................... 279
Checking ............................... 374
Compact spare tire................ 457
If you have a flat tire..............457
Inflation pressure................... 382
Inflation pressure sensor ....... 374
Information ............................ 509
Replacing ..............................457
Rotating tires ......................... 374
Size ....................................... 502
Snow tires ............................. 277
Spare tire............................... 457
Tire pressure monitoring system ................................ 432
Tools ......................................... 457 Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 283
Emergency towing ................ 419
TRAC ......................................... 257
“TRACK” mode ........................ 259
Traction control ....................... 257
Transmission shift switches ......................... 188, 190
Transmitter Locking/Unlocking................... 38
Replacing the battery ............ 392
Transmitter.............................. 38
Trip meter ......................... 210, 230
Trunk lid Opener .................................... 46
Trunk light Wattage................................. 504
Turn signal lights
Switch ................................... 195
USB port ................................... 304
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 314
Wattage................................. 504
Vanity mirrors .......................... 314
Vehicle identification number ................................... 493
Vehicle stability control
(VSC)....................................... 257T
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Warning buzzers
Electric power steering ......... 430
Keyless access with push button start
system........................ 442, 446
Seatbelt reminder ................. 432
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system................................ 430
Automatic headlight leveling system .................. 430
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light ....................... 432
Brake assist system ............. 430
Brake system........................ 428
Charging system .................. 429
Cruise control indicator light ...................... 430
Electric power steering system warning light .......... 430
Electronic engine control system................................ 430
Engine oil pressure............... 429
High engine coolant temperature........................ 429
Keyless access with push button start
system........................ 442, 446
Low fuel level........................ 432 Low tire pressure...................432
Malfunction indicator
lamp ....................................430
Master warning light ..............432
Open door .............................432
Pretensioners ........................430
Seatbelt reminder light .....................................432
Slip indicator light ..................430
SRS airbags ..........................430
Tire pressure monitoring system ................................432
Warning messages ..................440
Washer Checking ...............................372
Preparing and checking before winter .......................277
Switch....................................240
Washing and waxing ...............336
Weight Cargo capacity ......................272
Load limits .............................276
Weight ...................................492
Welcome lighting function ..................................236
Wheels ......................................386
Window glasses ........................74
Window lock switch ...................74W