warning light SUBARU BRZ 2018 Repair Manual

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If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with a color multi-infor mation display)
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
SUBARU dealer.
Warning messageDetails
(U.S.A.)
(Canada and Mexico)
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning light comes on again after the following
actions have been performed, contact your SUBARU dealer.

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Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that one or
more of the doors is
not fully closed The system also indi-
cates which doors are
not fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 3 mph (5
km/h),
flashes to indicate
that the door(s) are
not yet fully closed. Make sure that both
side doors are closed.
Indicates that the trunk
is not fully closed If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 3 mph (5
km/h),
flashes to indicate
that the trunk is not
yet fully closed. Close the trunk.

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*: This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a
result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.
(Vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission) Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too
high.
A buzzer also
sounds. Stop the vehicle in a
safe place and shift the
select lever to P.
If the message is
cleared after a little
while, the vehicle can
be driven. If the mes-
sage is not cleared,
contact your SUBARU
dealer.
(Flashes) Indicates that the push-
button ignition switch is
turned off and the
driver’s door is opened
while the lights are
turned on.
A buzzer also
sounds. Turn the lights off.
(Comes on in yellow)
Indicates that remain-
ing fuel is approxi-
mately 1.8 gal. (7.0 L,
1.5 Imp. gal.) or less
The estimated
remaining driving
range will be dis-
played under this
warning message.* Refuel the vehicle.
Roads may be icy due
to the low outside tem-
perature. Drive carefully avoiding
sudden acceleration,
sudden braking, sud-
den deceleration, and
sharp turns.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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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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
Power was
turned off due to
the automatic
power off func-
tion.Next time
when
starting
the
engine,
increase
the engine
speed
slightly
and main-
tain that
level for
approxi-
mately 5
minutes to
recharge
the bat-
tery.
Once 
(Flashes in yellow)
Indicates that the
access key bat-
tery is low. Replace
the bat-
tery.
(
→ P. 392)
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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■The compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare tire)
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire.
(→ P. 502)
■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure
monitoring system)
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
warned. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains on.
■If you have a flat rear tire (vehicles with a compact spare tire)
Install the compact spare tire on the front of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps.
Replace a front tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of
the vehicle.
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with a tire pressure mon-
itoring system)
The tire pressure monitoring system must be reset. ( →P. 375)
STEP 1
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WARNING
■
Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
● Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
● Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
● Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near
the battery.
■ Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
● When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.

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If your vehicle overheats
Correction proceduresStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam: Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your
SUBARU dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●Vehicles with a monochrome multi-information display: The
engine coolant temperature gauge ( →P. 199) enters the red
zone or a loss of engine power is experienced (for example, the
vehicle speed does not increase).
Vehicles with a color multi-information display: The high engine
coolant temperature warning light ( →P. 203) flashes or illumi-
nates or a loss of engine power is experienced (for example, the
vehicle speed does not increase).
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 286, 293
ABS........................................... 257
Access keyIf the access key does not operate properly........... 476
Air conditioning filter.............. 389
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 389
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 293
Manual air conditioning system................................ 286
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 108, 116
Airbag precautions for your child............................ 125
Airbag warning light .............. 430
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 116
Curtain airbag precautions ........................ 125
Front passenger occupant detection system ................ 131
General airbag precautions ........................ 125
Locations of airbags ............... 93
Modification and disposal of airbags ............. 128
Proper driving
posture ......................... 91, 125
Side airbag operating conditions........................... 116
Side airbag precautions ........................ 125
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 116
Side and curtain airbags precautions ........................ 125
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners .......... 532
SRS airbags ........................... 93 Alarm ...........................................87
Anti-lock brake system............257
Audio input ...............................304
Audio system
Audio input ............................304
AUX port................................304
iPod .......................................304
Portable music player............304
USB memory .........................304
USB port................................304
Auto dimmer cancel function ..................................201
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................293
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................237
Automatic light control system .......................233
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........185
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P......................474
Manual mode ........................188
Mode select switch ................187
Paddle shift levers .................188
AUX port ...................................304
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............405
Wattage .................................504
Battery Checking ...............................368
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............480
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................277
Bottle holders ...........................310
Brake Fluid ......................................366
Parking brake ........................197
Brake assist..............................257
Break-in tips .............................159A
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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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