engine SUBARU BRZ 2018 Owner's Manual

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1-6. Security system
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
Vehicles without a keyless
access with push button
start system
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.

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Before driving
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When the vehicle cannot be started with the registered key (vehicles
without a keyless access with push button start system)
Remove the key and try again.
■ System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
● If the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Vehicles with a keyless
access with push button
start system
The indicator light flashes after
the push-button ignition switch
has been turned off to indicate
that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the push-button igni-
tion switch has been turned to
“ACC” or “ON” mode to indi-
cate that the system has been
canceled.

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■Certification for engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB03 FCC ID: MOZRI-38BFH
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTE:
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux
deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appar eil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accept er tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
For vehicles sold in Mexico
Este equipo opera a título secundario, consecuentemente, debe aceptar
interferencias perjudiciales incluyendo equipos de la misma clase y puede
no causar interferencias a sistemas operando a título primario.

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Activating/deactivating the alarm systemCheck that both side doors and the trunk lid are closed.
Turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode. Open the driver’s door while
pressing and holding on
the power door lock switch and
continue to press for
approximately 10 seconds after
the driver’s door has opened.
The alarm system changes
between activated and deacti-
vated as follows.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Perform one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
● Unlock the doors using the “keyless access” entry function.
● Unlock the doors using the remote keyless entry system.
● Turn the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” or “ON” mode,
or start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Alarm statusHornMulti-information dis-
play
Deactivated Sounds twice AL oF
Activated Sounds once AL on

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The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators show
you the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. When
the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, (vehicles without a
keyless access with push button start system), or the push-button
ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless
access with push button start system), both the ON and OFF indi-
cators illuminate for 6 seconds during the system check. After the
system check, both the ON and OFF indicators turn off for 2 sec-
onds. Then, either the ON or OFF indicator illuminates depending
on the condition of the front passenger’s frontal airbag.
When the OFF indicator remains off and ON indicator illuminates,
the front passenger’s frontal airbag may deploy during a collision.
When the OFF indicator illuminates and ON indicator remains off,
the front passenger’s frontal airbag does not deploy during a colli-
sion.
If the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators
remain on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system)
or the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode (vehicles
with a keyless access with push button start system), or the indica-
tors remain off after the system check, the system may be malfunc-
tioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer
immediately.
After that, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status
of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the
SUBARU advanced frontal airbag monitoring system.

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If the passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator illuminates and the ON indicator
turns off even when the front passenger’s seat is occupied by an adult
This can be caused by an adult incorrectly sitting in the front passen-
ger’s seat. Perform the following.Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem:
The engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system:
Turn the push-button ignition switch off.
Ask the front passenger to set the seatback to the upright
position, sit up straight in the center of the seat cushion, cor-
rectly wear the seatbelt, position his/her legs out forward, and
adjust the seat to the rearmost position.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem:
The engine switch is turned to the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system:
The push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode.
If the OFF indicator remains illuminated while the ON indicator
remains off, perform the following.
• Vehicles without a keyless access with push button startsystem:
The engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem:
Turn the push-button ignition switch off.
• Make sure that the front passenger is not using a blanket, seat cushion, seat cover or seat heater, etc.
• If wearing excessive layers of clothing, the front passenger should remove any unnecessary items before sitting in the
front passenger seat, or should sit in a rear seat.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a
keyless access with push button start system), or the push-
button ignition switch to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless
access with push button start system). The ON and OFF indi-
cators illuminate for 6 seconds during the system check and
after the system check is performed, the ON and OFF indica-
tors turn off for 2 seconds. Then, the OFF indicator remains
off while the ON indicator is illuminated. If the ON indicator
remains off and the OFF indicator is illuminated, move the
occupant to the rear seat backwards and immediately contact
your SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected.
If the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator illuminates and the OFF indicator turns off
even when an infant or a small child is in a child restraint system (including booster seat)
This can be caused by the child restraint system being installed incor-
rectly. Perform the following.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem:
The engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system:
Turn the push-button ignition switch off.
Remove the child restraint system from the seat. By referring
to the child restraint manufacturer’s recommendations as well
as the child restraint system installation procedure in “child
restraint system”, correctly reinstall the child restraint system.
STEP 5
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BRZ_U (A4450BE-A)Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem:
The engine switch is turned to the “ON” position and make
sure that the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator
turns off and the OFF indicator illuminates.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system:
The push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode and
make sure that the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indica-
tor turns off and the OFF indicator illuminates.
If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indi-
cator turns off, perform the following.
• Ensure that no article is placed on the seat other than the
child restraint system and the child occupant.
• Ensure that the backward-forward position and seatback of front passenger seat are locked into place securely by mov-
ing the seat back and forth.
If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indi-
cator turns off after taking the relevant corrective actions
described above, relocate the child restraint system to the
rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for
an inspection.
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 156
Push-button ignition switch ............................. 172
Engine (ignition) switch .... 182
Automatic transmission .... 185
Manual Transmission ....... 192
Turn signal lever .............. 195
Parking brake ................... 197
Horn ................................. 198
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 199
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 203
Multi-information display (monochrome display) ... 210
Multi-information display (color display) ................ 218 2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............... 233
Fog light switch ................ 239
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 240
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 243
Rear view camera ............ 248
Driving assist systems ..... 257
Hill start assist .................. 264
Rear wing ......................... 269
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 272
Vehicle load limits ............ 276
Winter driving tips ............ 277
Trailer towing ................... 282
Dinghy towing .................. 283

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Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing:
■Starting the engine
→P. 172, 182
■ Driving
Vehicles with an automatic transmission With the brake pedal depressed, shift the select lever to D.
(→ P. 185)
Release the parking brake. ( →P. 197)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Vehicles with a manual transmission While depressing the clutch pedal, shift the shift lever to 1.
(→ P. 192)
Release the parking brake. ( →P. 197)
Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently
depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
Vehicles with an automatic transmission With the select lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the select lever to P or N. ( →P. 185)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake
pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to neutral. (
→P. 192)
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 1
STEP 2