SUBARU BRZ 2023 Owners Manual

Alarm System
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Security indicator light
NOTE
All doors, the trunk lid and fuel filler
lid will lock, an electronic chirp will
sound once, the hazard warning
flashers will flash once, and the secu-
rity indicator light will turn on.
 If any of the doors are not fully
closed, an electronic chirp sounds 5
seconds to alert you that the doors are
not properly closed. When you close
the door, doors will automatically lock
and the system will automatically arm
in 30 seconds.
5. Approximately 30 seconds later, the
system will enter surveillance state.
When the system is in surveillance state,
the security indicator light will then flash
slowly (once approximately every 3 seconds), indicating
that the system has
been armed for surveillance.
NOTE The system can be armed even if the
windows are open. Always make sure
that they are fully closed before arming
the system.
 If any of the following actions is
done during the standby period, the
system will not switch to the surveil-
lance state. - Doors (including the trunk lid)
are unlocked.
- Any door (including the engine
hood) is opened.
- Push-button ignition switch is
turned to the “ACC” position■Disarming the SystemPerform either of the following proce-
dures.
Briefly press a button (for less than 2
seconds) on the access key fob.
 Carry the access key fob and perform
either of the following procedures.
- Grip the door handle.
- Press the trunk opener button
- Unlock using the PIN code access.
The flashing of the security indicator light
will blinks slowly (once approximately every 3 seconds), indicating that the alarm

system has been disarmed.
▼ Emergency disarming
If you cannot disarm the system using the
access key fob, you can disarm the
system without using the access key fob.
The system can be disarmed if you turn
the ignition switch from the “OFF” position
to the “ON” position.
NOTEIf the access key fob battery is dis-
charged, perform the procedure
described in "Switching Power Status"
 P326. In such a case, replace the
battery immediately. Refer to "Replac-
ing Battery of Access Key Fob"
 P376.■ Alarm System SettingTo change the setting of your vehicle’s
alarm system for activa tion or deactiva-
tion, do the following.
1. Disarm the alarm system. Refer to
"Disarming the System" P115.
2. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all
doors, the trunk lid and engine hood.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
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Windows
1164. Hold down “ ” of the driver’s power
door locking switch, open the driver’s door
within the following 1 second, and wait 10
seconds without releasing the switch. The
setting will then be changed as follows.NOTEYou may have the above setting
change done by your SUBARU dealer.■ If You Have Accidentally
Triggered the Alarm System▼ To stop the alarmDo any of the following operations:
Press unlock button on the access key
fob.
 Turn the push-button ignition switch to
the “ACC” position.NOTEOnly registered keys will stop the
alarm. If the immobilizer transponder
is not registered, the alarm will not
stop.
2-6. WindowsNOTE In order to make opening and
closing the doors easier, completely
closed windows are linked to door
operations. Therefore, when a door is
opened, its window opens slightly. When a door is closed, its window

closes completely. However, if the
battery has discharged or is discon-
nected, this function will not operate.
 If the power window system detects
resistance, an impact or abnormality,
the window operation may be automat-
ically stopped to prevent further
jamming, entrapment or malfunction.
- The closing window slides down
slightly and stops.
- The opening window stops
sliding down.
 The power window system may
detect resistance, an impact or an
abnormality in the following cases. - A substantial sized object is
caught between the window and the
roof side (between the front pillar
and a point over the rear seat).
- A foreign object is caught
between the window and the roof
side (between the front pillar and a
point over the rear seat).
- The vehicle drives over a deep
pothole.
 The window cannot be closed for a
few seconds after th e window is auto-
matically stopped by the system.
Setting status Combination
meter display (color TFT) Horn
Activate AL ON Once
Deactivate AL OFF Twice
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury
caused by entrapment, always con-
form to the follo wing instructions
without exception. When operating the power
windows, be extremely careful to
prevent anyone’s fingers, arms,
neck, head or other objects from
being caught in the window. Always lock the passengers’
windows using the lock switch
when children are riding in the
vehicle. Always carry the key when you
leave the vehicle for safety
reasons and never allow an unat-
tended child to remain in the
vehicle. Failure to follow this
procedure could result in injury
to a child operating the power
window.
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Windows
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■Power Window Operation▼ Power window switches
 Driver’s side power window switches:1) For left window
2) For right window
3) Lock switchAll door windows can be controlled by the
power window switch cluster on the driver
side door. 
Passenger’s side power window
switches:
Passenger’s window can be controlled by
the power window switch located on the
door. ▼
Operating the window
With one-touch auto up and down
feature
1) Automatically close*
2) Close
3) Open
4) Automatically open*
*: To stop the window halfway, operate the
switch to the opposite side.NOTEAvoid the following.
 Continuously operating a switch in
the same direction after the window is
fully closed or fully opened.
 After the windows are fully opened
or closed, if both switches of the power
window switch on the driver’s side are
operated continuously, a fuse may
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Windows
118blow and the windows will not be able
to be opened or closed. If the windows
cannot be opened or closed, check the
fuses and replace them as necessary.
Refer to "Fuses" P371.
Also, after replacing a fuse, make sure
to initialize the power windows. Refer
to "Initialization of Power Window"
 P118.▼ Anti-entrapment function
While closing the window automatically, if
the window senses a substantial enough
object trapped between the window and
the roof side (between the front pillar and
a point over the rear seat), it automatically
moves down slightly and stops.
If a foreign object is caught while window
is opening automatical ly, the window will
stop.
NOTE If a window detects an impact
similar to that caused by trapping an
object (for example, when the vehicle
encounters a deep pothole), the anti-
entrapment func tion may operate.
 You cannot close the window for a
few seconds after the anti-entrapment
function operates.
▼ Off delay function
The windows can be operated for approx-
imately 40 seconds even after the ignition
switch is turned to the “ACC” or “OFF”
position. If a door is opened within 40
seconds, the off delay function is
canceled. ▼
Locking the passenger’s window
1) Lock
2) UnlockWhen the lock switch is in the lock posi-
tion, the passenger’s window cannot be
opened or closed.■ Initialization of Power
WindowIf the one-touch aut o up and down func-
tion or off delay function does not operate
properly, operate each window according
to the following procedure in order to
initialize the pow er window system.
1. Close the door.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
CAUTION
 Never attempt to test the power
window operation using body
parts fingers, hands or other
parts of your body. If an object is caught just before
the window fully closes, the
system may not operate properly.
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Trunk Lid
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3. Open the window completely and then
press and hold down the power window
switch for approximately 1 second.
4. Close the window completely and then
pull and hold the power window switch for
approximately 1 second.
2-7. Trunk Lid
WARNING
 To prevent dangerous exhaust
gas from entering the vehicle,
always keep the trunk lid closed
while the engine is running. Check that the trunk is
completely closed before driving.
If it is not, it may suddenly open,
which could lead to an accident. Help prevent children, adults or
animals from locking themselves
in the trunk. On hot or sunny
days, the temperature in the trunk
could quickly become high
enough to cause death or serious
heat-related injuries including
brain damage to anyone locked
inside, particularly for small chil-
dren. When leaving the vehicle, close
all windows and lock all doors.
Also make certain that the trunk
is closed.
CAUTION
 Be extremely careful not to catch
fingers or other objects when
closing the trunk lid.
 Before opening and closing the
trunk, carefully check your
surroundings to make sure it will
not strike any people or objects. When loading and unloading
cargo, be careful not to come in
contact with the hot engine
exhaust gas or the exhaust pipe,
because they could burn you. Be careful opening the trunk
when the wind is strong. The
trunk lid could close or open
suddenly, possibly causing inju-
ries. Make sure that the trunk is
completely open when using it. If
it is not, the trunk lid may
suddenly drop and cause serious
injury. Remove snow and ice from the
trunk lid before opening it. Not
doing so could cause the trunk lid
to fall after it is opened. Under the following conditions,
the trunk lid may close unexpect-
edly, striking people or objects in
its path:
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Trunk Lid
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■To Open and Close the Trunk
Lid from OutsideThe trunk lid can be opened using the
keyless access function or remote keyless
entry system. For details, refer to the
following section.
Refer to "Opening trunk" P100.
To close the trunk lid, lightly press the
trunk lid down until the latch engages.NOTE Do not leave your valuables in the
trunk when you leave your vehicle.
 Under the following conditions, the
trunk can be opened without the
access key fob. - The trunk lock/unlock setting is
set to on.
- All doors are unlocked.
The trunk lock/unlock setting can be
changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact
your SUBARU dealer to change the
setting.
- Parking on a slope, with the
rear of the vehicle lower than
its front. In this case, make
sure the trunk lid is fully open
and secure before loading or
unloading cargo.- Installing parts or accessories
that place excess weight on
the trunk lid. Install only
genuine SUBARU parts and
accessories.- Loading baggage or other
heavy items by throwing or
otherwise forcefully loading
them into the trunk. Always
load cargo with care.
 Do not push the trunk lid forcibly
to close it. It could deform the
metal. The trunk lid is equipped with
damper stays that hold the trunk
lid in place. Observe the following
precautions. 
Failure to do so may cause
damage to trunk lid damper
stays, resulting in a malfunction.
- Do not attach any foreign
objects such as stickers,
plastic sheets and adhesives
to damper stay rods.
- Do not touch damper stay
rods with gloves or other
fabric items.- Do not attach any accessories
other than genuine parts to
the trunk lid.- Do not apply la teral force to
damper stays or place your
hand on it.
 Do not pull on or disassemble the
trunk lid damper stays, or
dispose of them in a fire. Illustra-
tions on the trunk lid damper
stays indicate the following:
- : Do not pull- : Do not disassemble- : Do not dispose of in fire
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Trunk Lid
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■To Open the Trunk Lid from
InsidePress and hold the trunk lid opener button
for more than 1 second.■ Internal Trunk Lid Release
HandleThe internal trunk lid release handle is a
device designed to open the trunk lid from
inside the trunk. In the event children or
adults become locked inside the trunk, the
handle allows them to open the lid. The
handle is located on the inside of the trunk
lid. To open the trunk lid from inside the trunk,

pull the yellow handle as indicated by the
arrow on the handle. This operation
unlocks the trunk lid. Then, push up the
lid.
The handle is made of material that
remains luminescent for approximately an
hour in the dark trunk space after it is
exposed to ambient light even for a short
time.
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WARNING
Never allow any child to get in the
trunk and play with the release han-
dle. If the driver starts the vehicle
without knowing that a child is
inside the trunk and the child opens
the lid using the release handle, the
child could fall out and be killed or
seriously injured.
CAUTION
 Do not close the lid while gripping
the release handle. The handle
may be damaged. Do not use the handle as a hook
to fasten straps or ropes to
secure your cargo in the trunk.
Such use may result in damage of
the handle. Load the trunk so that cargo
cannot strike the release handle.
If the cargo hits the handle while
the vehicle is being driven, the
handle may be pulled and the
trunk lid may open. That may
cause cargo to fall out of the
trunk, which could create a traffic
safety hazard.
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Trunk Lid
122▼InspectionPerform the following steps at least twice
a year to check the release handle for
correct operation.
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. To lock it, press the latch with the
screwdriver shaft until it clicks. This places the latch in the locked posi-
tion.
3. Move the release handle, from outside

the vehicle, in the direction of the arrow to
check if the latch is released.
If the latch is not released, contact your
SUBARU dealer. In that case, use the key to release the

latch, then close the trunk lid.
Also, if the movement of the release
handle feels restricted or not entirely
smooth during operation, or the handle
and/or handle base is cracked, contact
your SUBARU dealer.
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Instruments and Controls3
Instruments and Controls
3-1. Push-Button Ignition Switch ..............................125
Safety Precautions ............................................ ...........125
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System .......125
Switching Power Status ...............................................125
When Access Key Fob Does Not Operate 
Properly.......................................................................126
3-2. Hazard Warning Flasher .....................................127
3-3. Meters and Gauges .............................................127
Speedometer .................................................................127
Tachometer ...................................................................127
Odometer and Double Trip Meter................................128
Fuel Gauge ....................................................................129
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ..........................129
Outside Temperature ...................................................129
Combination Meter Settings ........................................130
3-4. REV indicator light and buzzer ..........................130
3-5. Illumination Brightness Control ........................130
Auto Dimmer Cancel Function ....................................131
3-6. Warning and Indicator Lights ............................131
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime .............................131
SRS Airbag System Warning Light .............................135
Front Passenger’s Frontal Airbag ON and OFF Indicators ....................................................................135
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction 
Indicator Light ............................................................136
Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant Temperature High Warning Light .............................136
Charge Warning Light ..................................................137
Oil Pressure Warning Light .........................................137
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (AT Models) .................138
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (If Equipped) ........138
ABS Warning Light .......................................................140
Brake System Warning Light... ....................................140Low Fuel Warning Light .............................................. 141
Door Open Indicator .................................................... 141
Power Steering Warning Light ................................... 141
TRAC OFF Indicator Light........................................... 142
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Warning Light/

Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Operation 
Indicator Light............................................................ 142
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF Indicator 
Light ........................................................................... 143
Warning Chimes and Warning Indicator of the 
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System.... 143
Security Indicator Light............................................... 148
Drive Mode Indicator Light (If Equipped) .................. 148
Select Lever (AT Models Only)/Gear Position 
Indicator ..................................................................... 149
Cruise Control Indicator Light (White/Green)/ 
Cruise Control Warning Light (Yellow) (Models 
without the EyeSight System) .................................. 149
Turn Signal Indicator Lights ....................................... 149
High Beam Indicator Light .......................................... 150
High Beam Assist Indicator (If Equipped) ................. 150
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning 
Light ............................................................................ 150
LED Headlight Warning Light ..................................... 150
Steering Responsive Headlight OFF Indicator 
Light (If Equipped) ..................................................... 150
Steering Responsive Headlight Warning Light 
(If Equipped)............................................................... 150
Headlight Indicator Light ............................................ 150
Hill Start Assist Indicator Light .................................. 150
BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator (If Equipped).............. 150
BSD/RCTA OFF Indicator (If Equipped) ..................... 150
Icy Road Surface Warning Indicator .......................... 151
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Instruments and Controls
RAB Warning Indicator (If Equipped) ......................... 151
RAB OFF Indicator (If Equipped) ................................ 151
Master Warning Light .................................................. 151
3-7. Combination Meter Display (Color TFT) ...........151
Basic Operation............................................................ 152
Meter Information Screen ........ .................................... 152
Drive Information ......................................................... 153
Exclusive Content for SUBARU BRZ ......................... 154
Navigation System-Linked Disp lay ............................ 156
Audio System-Linked Display..................................... 156
Driving Support System Settings Display ................. 157
Settings Display ........................................................... 157
Warning Message Display ....... .................................... 159
Telltale Screen .............................................................. 159
3-8. Center Information Display (CID).......................160
Features ........................................................................ 160
Touch Screen Operations ........................................... 160
Main Screen .................................................................. 161
3-9. Clock ....................................................................172
Setting the Clock Manually ......................................... 172
Setting the Clock Automatically ................................. 173
3-10. Light Control Switch ........................................ 174
Headlights ..................................................................... 174
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer) ............................. 176
Headlight Flasher ......................................................... 176
High Beam Assist Function (If Equipped).................. 177
Daytime Running Light System .................................. 180
3-11. Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH) 
(If Equipped) ..................................................... 180
3-12. Headlight Beam Leveler .................................. 182
3-13. Turn Signal Le ver ............................................. 182
One-Touch Lane Changer ........................................... 182
3-14. Wiper and Washer ............................................ 183
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches ................... 184
3-15. Defogger ........................................................... 185
3-16. Mirrors ............................................................... 186
Inside Mirror.................................................................. 186
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass with HomeLink
®
(Dealer Option) ........................................................... 186
Outside Mirrors............................................................. 194
3-17. Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel ....................... 195
3-18. Horn ................................................................... 195
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