steering wheel SUBARU BRZ 2018 Workshop Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
BRZ_U (A4450BE-A)
CAUTION
■If tire inflation pressures become low while driving
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.
■
Wheel balance
Although the wheels are correctly balanced when the vehicle is first deliv-
ered, they will become imbalanced as the tires wear. An imbalanced wheel
may cause the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at certain vehicle speeds
and may affect the vehicle’s straight-line stability. If you notice abnormal tire
wear or vibration in the steering wheel, contact your SUBARU dealer.
■ Wheel alignment
Incorrect wheel alignment can result in uneven tire wear reducing the stabil-
ity of the vehicle. If you notice uneven tire wear, contact a SUBARU dealer to
have the wheel alignment inspected.

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Maintenance and care
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Replacing light bulbs
■ Front side marker lights
Turn the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the light to
be replaced.
Turn the steering wheel to a point
that allows your hand to easily fit
between the tire and fender liner.
Remove the clips and partly
remove the fender liner.
To prevent damage to the vehicle,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Release the light's claw.
Insert the screwdriver into the
hole. While firmly pushing the
screwdriver forward, move it
towards the inside of the vehicle.
To prevent damage to the vehicle,
wrap the tip of the screwdriver
with a tape.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
BRZ_U (A4450BE-A)
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Emergency towingIf a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet to move the vehicle to a safe location or to free a stuck
vehicle from sand or snow. This should only be attempted on hard
surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle's wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, only the front towing
eyelet may be used. Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your SUBARU dealer or a comme rcial towing service, using a flat
bed truck.
The vehicle must be secured properly with safety chains. Each
safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not
to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.

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CAUTION
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■ Towing with a wheel lift-type truck is not recommended
If a flat bed truck is not available, ob serve the following precautions to pre-
vent damage to the drive train or body.
From the front
From the rear
Never tow a vehicle from the front with
the rear wheels on the ground.Use a tow-
ing dolly under the rear wheels.
Ensure that the front lower body compo-
nents have adequate clearance to pre-
vent contact with the road surface under
all conditions.
Vehicles without a keyless access with
push button start system: Turn the engine
switch to the “ACC” position so that the
steering wheel is unlocked.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push
button start system: Turn the push-button
ignition switch to “ACC” mode so that the
steering wheel is unlocked.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
BRZ_U (A4450BE-A)
(Comes on in
yellow) Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
■ SRS airbag system warning light
→ P. 129
■ Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
The electric power steering warning light may come on and the warning
buzzer may sound when the voltage is low or the voltage drops.
WARNING
■When the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
BRZ_U (A4450BE-A)
WARNING
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest SUBARU dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with a tire
pressure monitoring system)
The tire pressure monitoring system may not activate immediately.

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WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare
tire)
●Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.
●Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
●Install the compact spare tire on a front wheel.
■When storing the compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact
spare tire)
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact
spare tire and the body of the vehicle.
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing
to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.

502 6-1. Specifications
BRZ_U (A4450BE-A)
Steering
Tires and wheels (for vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Canada)Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tire size 215/45R17 87W, T135/80D16 101M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 17 × 7 J, 16 × 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)
Tire size 215/45R17 87W, T145/70D17 106M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 17 × 7 1/2 J, 17 × 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)

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Alphabetical index
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Shift lever
Automatic transmission ........ 185
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 474
Manual transmission ............ 192
Shift lock system..................... 474
Side airbags............................... 93
Side maker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 405
Switch ................................... 233
Wattage ................................ 504
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding .............. 71
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 502
Storage location ................... 457
Spark plug................................ 498
Specifications .......................... 492
Speedometer ........................... 199
Steering Column lock release ............... 67
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................. 67
Meter control switches.......... 219
Storage feature........................ 308
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 488
Sun visors ................................ 313 Switch
“DISP” switch ........................213
Driving pattern selector switch ..................................187
Engine switch ................172, 182
Fog light switch .....................239
Hazard light switch ................418
Hazard warning flasher switch ..................................418
Ignition switch................172, 182
“km/h MPH” switch ................199
Light switches........................233
Meter control switches ..........219
“ODO/TRIP” switch .......212, 219
Power door lock switch ....................................44
Power window switch ..............74
“TRACK” switch.....................259
Transmission shift switches ......................188, 190
Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC off
switch ..........................258, 259
Window lock switch .................74
Wiper and washer switch ..................................240

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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