ECO mode SUBARU BRZ 2020 Owner's Manual

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■Welcome lighting system
When entering the vehicle
When the headlight switch is in and the doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry system, the headlights, front position lights, etc. will
illuminate for approximately 30 seconds.
The lights are turned off in the following situations.
●The engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. (Vehicles without a key-
less access with push button start system)
● The push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode. (Vehicles with a
keyless access with push button start system)
● The doors are locked.
When exiting the vehicle
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system:
The light switch is in , the headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds
after a door is opened and closed if the key is removed from the engine
switch. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed after
all the doors are locked.)
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, or
turn the lights off and then back to or
.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system:
The light switch is in , the headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds
after a door is opened and closed if the push-button ignition switch is turned
off. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed or the
door lock sensor on the door handle is touched after all the doors are
locked.)
To turn the lights on again, turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON”
mode, or turn the light switch off and then back to or
.
■ Light reminder buzzer
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to “LOCK” position and
the driver's door is opened with the key removed from the engine switch
while the lights are turned on.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
A buzzer sounds when the lights are left on with the push-button ignition
switch off and the driver's door is opened.

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Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number
of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the
headlights do not interfere with other road users.
■ Windshield wiper-linked automatic headlights
When the headlight switch is in , if the windshield wipers operate for
approximately 10 seconds, the headlights will turn on automatically. (If the
windshield wipers are operated due to oper ation of the windshield washers,
the headlights will not turn on automatic ally.) In this case, the headlights will
automatically turn off approximately 60 seconds after the windshield wipers
stop operating.
■ Battery-saving function
In the following conditions, the headlights and the other remaining lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery
from being discharged:
● The headlights and/or tail lights are on.
● The key is removed from the engine switch (vehicles without a keyless
access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition switch
is turned off (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem).
● The light switch is in , or .
This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:
● 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).
● When the light switch is turned off.
● When the door is opened or closed.
■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 518)

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The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
The push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid tank.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the wi ndshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.

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How to use the rear view camera
Perform the following to display a rear view image on the rear view
camera. Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a
keyless access with push button start system) or turn the
push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode (vehicles with a key-
less access with push button start system).
Shift the select lever (vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion) or shift lever (vehicles with a manual transmission) to
“R”.
In the following situations, the screen will return to the image that
was displayed before the lever was shifted to “R”.
• Vehicles with an automatic transmission: When several secondshave passed since the select lever was shifted to a position other
than “P” or “R” (off delay function).
• Vehicles with an automatic transmission: When the select lever is
shifted to “P”.
• Vehicles with a manual transmission: When several seconds have passed since the shift lever was shifted to a position other than
“R” (off delay function).
• When the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or more.
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Rear view camera display
● On vehicles with a genuine SUBARU navigation system, the rear view
camera display will be prioritized over other displays. To display another
display, shift the select lever (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or
shift lever (vehicles with a manual transmission) to a position other than
“R”.
● Images from the rear view camera will be displayed horizontally reversed
as is the case with the vehicle’s rear view mirror or a side view mirror.
● Images on the screen may look different depending on the number of
passengers and loading conditions.
● When the vehicle is on an incline or decline, distances displayed on the
screen may look different than the actual distance.
● When the vehicle is loaded, the distance on the screen will look farther
than the actual distance, as is the case when approaching an upward
incline.
● The color of objects on the screen may be different from the actual color
of the objects.
● Be sure to check your surroundings when “Check Surroundings Before
Backing Up” is displayed.
● If you shift to “R” shortly after turning the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion (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), “Check Surroundings Before
Backing Up” may not be displayed. Wait several seconds or more after
turning 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 sys-
tem) before shifting to the “R” range. The warning message can then be
displayed.

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“TRACK” mode
Your vehicle is equipped with two types of control modes to accom-
modate various driving preferences. The control modes can be
selected with the “TRACK” switch. Normal mode allows secure and
smooth normal driving. When the switch is pressed and held for 1
second or more, “TRACK” mode is activated. Control characteristics
such as the Vehicle stability control (VSC) and TRAC are adjusted to
afford maneuverability closer to what a driver may desire, while a
sense of security is retained. “TRACK” mode/Normal mode
The “TRACK” indicator and Vehi-
cle stability control (VSC) off indi-
cator come on when in “TRACK”
mode.
To change back to normal mode
while in “TRACK” mode, press
or the “TRACK” switch.
Turning off both TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems
To turn the TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems off,
press and hold for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is
stopped.
The Traction Control System OFF indicator light and the Vehicle sta-
bility control (VSC) off indicator light will come on.
However, on vehicles with an automatic transmission, the brake LSD
function will remain on.
Press the button again to turn the systems back on.

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■When enabling the hill start assist system
●If the hill start assist ON indicator does not illuminate or if an incorrect
operation is performed, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position
(vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) or turn
the push-button ignition switch off (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system) and then restart the enabling procedure from
.
● If is pressed and held for approximately 30 seconds or more, the
Vehicle stability control (VSC) off indicator and Traction Control System
OFF indicator will turn off and subsequent operations of the switch will be
rejected. In this case, the Vehicle stability control (VSC) system will oper-
ate in normal mode. ( →P. 260) To enable , turn the engine switch to
the “ACC” or “LOCK” position (vehicles without a keyless access with
push button start system) or turn the push-button ignition switch off (vehi-
cles with a keyless access with push button start system) and then
restart the engine.
■ Operating conditions of the hill start assist system
When the following conditions are met, t he hill start assist system will oper-
ate:
● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The select lever is in D or M
(when starting off forward on while facing uphill) or in R (when starting off
backward while facing downhill).
● Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is in a position other
than R (when starting off forward while facing uphill) or in R (when start-
ing off backward while facing downhill).
● The vehicle is stopped.
● The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
● The parking brake is not engaged.
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The hill start assist system will not operate when
The hill start assist system will not operate when any of the following condi-
tions are met:
● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The select lever is in a position
other than D or M (when facing uphill) or in a position other than R (when
facing downhill).
● Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is in R (when facing
uphill) or in a position other than R (when facing downhill).
● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The accelerator pedal is
depressed.
● The parking brake is applied.
● Vehicles with a manual transmission: The clutch is engaged.
● Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the brake pedal was
released.
● The hill start assist ON indicator is not illuminated.
● Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system: The
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
● Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: The push-
button ignition switch is turned to “ACC” mode or turned off.
■ Notes for the hill start assist system
● A slight jolt may be felt when starting off backward with the select lever in
R (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or the shift lever in R (vehi-
cles with a manual transmission) and then moving forward.
● If the braking power of the hill start assist system is insufficient, depress
the brake pedal.
● While the vehicle is stopped, make sure to depress the brake pedal.
■ The system may be malfunctioning when
In the following situations, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your SUBARU dealer.
● The slip indicator is illuminated.
● The hill start assist ON indicator turns off and a buzzer sounds.

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For quick cooling
Turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the
recirculated air mode.
■ Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning
on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
● If you turn
off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from enter ing the vehicle interior. During cooling
operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior
effectively.
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is
pressed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
● To let fresh air in, set the air condi tioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
■ Air conditioning filter
→ P. 385

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Ventilation and air conditioning odors
● To let fresh air in, set the air condi tioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioni ng system is started in automatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
→ P. 385
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
CAUTION
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning sy stem on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.