steering wheel SUBARU BRZ 2023 User Guide

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
89
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags1
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In the event that the SRS airbag is
deployed, replacement of the system
should be performed only by an autho-
rized SUBARU dealer. When the
components of the SRS airbag system
are replaced, use only genuine
SUBARU parts.
NOTEIn the following cases, contact your
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
 The front part of the vehicle was
involved in an accident in which only
the driver’s SRS fron tal airbag or both
driver’s and front passenger’s SRS
frontal airbags did not deploy.
 The pad of the steering wheel, the
cover over the front passenger’s SRS
frontal airbag, or ei ther roof side (from
the front pillar to a point over the rear
seat) is scratched, cracked, or other-
wise damaged.
 The center pillar, door, rear wheel
house or rear sub frame, or an area
near these parts, was involved in an
accident in which the SRS side airbag
and SRS curtain airbag did not deploy.
 The fabric or leather of either front
seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise
damaged.
 The rear part of the vehicle was
involved in an accident in which no
SRS airbag was deployed.
■ Precautions against Vehicle
Modification
Under the center of the instru-
ment panelOn both the righ t and left sides at
the front of the vehicle Steering wheel and column and
nearby areas Bottom of the steering column
and nearby areas Top of the dashboard on front
passenger’s side and nearby
areas Each front seat and nearby areaInside each center pillarInside each doorIn each roof side (from the front
pillar to a point over the rear seat) Between the rear seat cushion
and rear wheel house on each
side
WARNING
 To avoid accidental activation of
the system or rendering the
system inoperative, which may
result in serious injury, no modifi-
cations should be made to any
components or wiring of the SRS
airbag system. 
This includes following modifica-
tions.
- Installation of custom steering
wheels- Attachment of additional trim
materials to the dashboard- Installation of custom seats- Replacement of seat fabric or
leather- Installation of additional fabric
or leather on the front seat- Attachment of a hands-free
microphone or any other
accessory to a front pillar, a
center pillar, a rear pillar, the
windshield, a side window or
any other cabin surface that
would be near a deploying
SRS curtain airbag.
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SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
90
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if
you want to install any accessory parts on
your vehicle.
■ How to Contact the Vehicle
Manufacturer concerning
Modifications for Persons
with Disabilities That May
Affect the Advanced Airbag
SystemChanging or moving any parts of the front
seats, rear seat, se atbelts, front bumper,
front side frame, radiator panel, instru-
ment panel, combination meter, steering
wheel, steering colu mn, tire, suspension
or floor panel can affect the operation of
the SUBARU advanced airbag system. If
you have any questions, you may contact
the following SUBARU distributors.
of Columbia>
Subaru of America, Inc.
Customer Advocacy Department
One Subaru Drive
P.O. Box 9103
Camden, NJ 08101-9877
1-800-SUBARU3 (1-800-782-2783)

Subaru Hawaii
2850-A Pukoloa St., 
Honolulu, HI 96819
877-215-0338

- Installation of additional elec- trical/electronic equipment
such as a mobile two-way
radio on or near the SRS
airbag system components
and/or wiring is not advisable.
This could interfere with
proper operation of the SRS
airbag system.- Modifications on or inside the
door panels for the purpose of
a speaker replacement or
sound insulation
 The impact sensors, which detect
the pressure of an impact, are
located in the doors. Do not
modify any components of the
doors or door trims, such as the
addition of door speakers for
example. Any modifications to
the doors will create a risk of the
airbag system becoming inopera-
tive or unintended airbag deploy-
ment.
CAUTION
Do not perform any of the following
modifications. Such modifications
can interfere with proper operation
of the SRS airbag system.
 Attachment of any equipment
(bush bar, winches, snow plow,
skid plate, etc.) other than
genuine SUBARU accessory
parts to the front end. Modification of the suspension
system or front end structure. Installation of a tire of different
size and construction from the
tires specified on the vehicle
placard attached to the driver’s
center pillar or specified for indi-
vidual vehicle models in this
Owner’s Manual. Attachment of any equipment
(side steps or side sill protectors,
etc.) other than genuine SUBARU
accessory parts to the side body.
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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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Push-Button Ignition Switch
126
NOTEWhen operating the push-button
ignition switch, firmly press it all the
way.
 If the push-button ignition switch is
pressed quickly, the power may not
turn on or off.
 When the steering lock cannot be
released, the message appears on the
combination meter. When this occurs,
press the push-butto n ignition switch
while turning the steering wheel left
and right.
▼ Battery drainage prevention func -
tion
When the push-button ignition switch is
left in the “ACC” for more than 20 minutes
or “ON” position for approximately 1 hour,
the push-button ignition switch will be
automatically switched to “OFF” to
prevent the battery from going dead. (In
AT models, this function is activated when
the select lever is in the “P” position.)■ When Access Key Fob Does
Not Operate ProperlyRefer to "Access Key Fob – If Access Key
Fob Does Not Operate Properly" P325.
Power
status Combination
meter display Operation
OFF ―Power is turned
off.
ACC “ACCESSORY” The following
systems can be
used:
audio and
accessory power
outlet.
ON “IGNITION ON” All electrical
systems can be used.
CAUTION
To prevent the vehicle battery
from discharging, do not leave
the push-button ig nition switch in
the “ON” or “ACC” position for a
long time. If the vehicle was left in the hot
sun for a long time, the surface of
the push-button ignition switch
may get hot. Be careful not to
burn yourself. To avoid a malfunction, observe
the following precautions.
- Do not spill drinks or other
liquids on the push-button
ignition switch.
- Do not touch the push-button
ignition switch with a hand
that is soiled with oil or other
contaminants.
 If the push-button ignition switch
does not operate smoothly, stop
the operation. Contact a SUBARU
dealer immediately. If the vehicle was left in the hot
sun for a long time, the surface of
the push-button ignition switch
may get hot. Be careful not to
burn yourself.
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Warning and Indicator Lights
141
Instruments and Controls3
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If the brake system warning light should
illuminate while driving (with the parking
brake fully released and with the ignition
switch positioned in “ON”), it could be an
indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn
brake pads. If this occurs, immediately
stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place
and check the brake fluid level. If the fluid
level is below the “MIN” mark in the reser-
voir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the
vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU
dealer for repair.▼ Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD) system warning
If the warning light remains on even
though the parking brake is released, the
brake fluid level may be low or there could
be a problem with the EBD system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place immediately
and contact a SUBARU dealer.
▼ Vacuum pressure system warning
The brake system warning light will illumi-
nate when the vacuum pressure sensor is
malfunctioning or brake booster pressure
is decreasing. If the light continues to illu-
minate for several minutes after starting
the engine, there may be a malfunction in
the vacuum system. In this case, drive the
vehicle carefully and have the system
inspected by a SUBARU dealer.
■ Low Fuel Warning LightThe low fuel warning light illuminates
when the tank is nearly empty approxi-
mately 1.8 US gal (7.0 liters, or 1.5 Imp
gal). It only operates when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.■ Door Open IndicatorWhen any of the doors or the trunk lid is
not fully closed, the door open indicator
appears. This function is effective even if
the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or “ACC”
position.
The open door is indicated by the corre-
sponding part of the door open indicator.
Always make sure this indicator does not
appear before you start to drive.■ Power Steering
Warning LightWhile the engine is running, a warning
light illuminates and a buzzer sounds if a malfunction is detected in the electric

power steering system.
NOTEIf the steering wheel is operated in the
following ways, the power steering
control system may temporarily limit
the power assist in order to prevent
the system components, such as the
control computer and drive motor,
from overheating.
 The steering wheel is operated
frequently and turned sharply while the
vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low
speeds, such as while frequently
turning the steering wheel during
parallel parking.
 The steering wheel remains in the
fully turned position for a long period
of time.
At this time, there will be more resis-
tance when steering. However this is
not a malfunction. Normal steering
CAUTION
Promptly put fuel in the tank when-
ever the low fuel warning light illu-
minates. Engine misfires as a result
of an empty tank could cause dam-
age to the engine.
CAUTION
When the power steering warning
light is illuminated, there may be
more resistance when the steering
wheel is operated. Drive carefully to
the nearest SUBARU dealer and
have the vehicle inspected immedi-
ately.
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Warning and Indicator Lights
142force will be restored after the steering
wheel is not operated for a while and
the power steering control system has
an opportunity to cool down. However,
if the power steering is operated in a
non-standard way which causes
power assist limitation to occur too
frequently, that may result in a mal-
function of the power steering control
system.■ TRAC OFF Indicator
LightThis light illuminates when the TRAC
system is off. For detai ls, refer to "Vehicle
Stability Control ( VSC)/TRAC System"
 P247.
■ Vehicle Stability
Control (VSC)
Warning Light/Vehicle
Stability Control (VSC) Oper -
ation Indicator Light▼ Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
warning light
NOTEIf the electrical circuit of the Vehicle
Stability Control (VSC) system itself
malfunctions, the warning light only
illuminates. At this time, the ABS (Anti-
lock Brake System) remains fully oper-
ational.
 The warning light illuminates when
the electronic control system of the
ABS/Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
system malfunctions.
The Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
system is probably inoperative under any
of the following conditions. Have your
vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer
immediately.
 The warning light does not illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position.
 The warning light illuminates while the
vehicle is running.NOTEIf the warning light behavior is as
described in the following examples,
the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) sys-
tem may be considered normal.
 The warning light illuminates right
after the engine is started but turns off
immediately and remains off.
 The warning light illuminates after
the engine has started and turns off
CAUTION
The Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
system provides its ABS control
through the electrica l circuit of the
ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is
inoperative, the Vehicle Stability
Control (VSC) system becomes
unable to provide ABS control. As a
result, the Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) system becomes inoperative,
causing the warning light to illumi-
nate. Although both the Vehicle Sta-
bility Control (VSC) and ABS are
inoperative in this case, the ordi-
nary functions of the brake system
are still available. You will be safe
while driving in this condition, but
drive carefully and have your vehi-
cle checked at a SUBARU dealer as
soon as possible.
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Warning and Indicator Lights
146
Ding―Access key warning for engine start:
The push-button ignition switch is pressed while the
access key fob is not
inside the vehicle. Carry the access key fob, and press the push-but-
ton ignition switch.
Ding Beep, beep, beep
(3 times) Access key takeout warning:
The driver exits the vehicl
e with the access key fob
and closes the driver’s door while the push-button
ignition switch is in a position other than “OFF” and
the select lever is in the “P” position. Switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”,
and get out of the vehicle.
Ding Beep, beep, beep
(3 times) Passenger access key takeout warning:
A fellow passenger exits the vehicle with the
access key fob and closes a door other than the
driver’s door while the push
-button ignition switch is
in a position other than “OFF”. Return the access key fob
to inside the vehicle, or
switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”.
Long beep
(continuous) Long beep
(continuous) Access key takeout without “P” position warn-
ing (AT models):
The driver exits the vehicl
e with the access key fob
and closes the driver’s door while the push-button
ignition switch is in a position other than “OFF” and
the select lever is in a position other than the “P”
position. Shift the select lever to the “P” position, switch the
push-button ignition switch to “OFF” and exit the
vehicle.
Long beep
(continuous) ―Select lever position warning (AT models):

Case 1: The engine is turned off by pressing the
push-button ignition switch while the select lever
is in a position other than the “P” position.
 Case 2: The driver’s door is opened while the
push-button ignition switch is in a position other
than “OFF” and the select lever is in a position
other than the “P” position. 
Case 1: Start the engine, shift the select lever to
the “P” position, switch the push-button ignition
switch to “OFF” and exit the vehicle.
 Case 2: Shift the select lever to the “P” position,
switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”
and exit the vehicle.
Ding ―The battery of the access ke y fob is low.Replace the battery of the access key fob.
Ding ―Steering lock warning:
The engine start procedure is performed, but the
steering is still locked. While turning the steering wheel right and left
lightly, depress the brake pedal and press the push-
button ignition switch.
Inside warning
chime Outside warning
chime Status
Action
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Combination Meter Display (Color TFT)
157
Instruments and Controls3
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■Driving Support System
Settings DisplayThe setting adjustments to the following
systems can be changed to meet your
personal requirements.
 LDW (Lane Departure Warning)
*1*2
PCB (Pre-Collision Braking)
*1*2
BSD/RCTA
*1
RAB (Reverse Automatic Braking
system)
*1
 (Sonar Audible Alarm)
*1
SRH (Steering Responsive Head-
light)
*1
*1: If equipped
*2: For details about EyeSight system, refer to
the Owner’s Manual supplement for the
EyeSight system.■ Settings DisplayUse the meter control switches on the
steering wheel to change settings.
1. Press or to select .
2. Operate the switches to select a
desired item.
3. Press / or / to change
the setting and then press to confirm
the change.
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Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
195
Instruments and Controls3
3-17. Tilt/Telescopic SteeringWheel
1) Tilt adjustment
2) Telescopic adjustment
3) Tilt/telescopic lock lever1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to
"Front Seats" P30.
2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down.
3. Move the steering wheel to the desired
level.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering
wheel in place.
5. Make sure that the steering wheel is
securely locked by moving it up and down,
and forward and backward.
3-18. HornTo sound the horn, push the horn pad.
WARNING
 Do not adjust the steering wheel
tilt/telescopic position while
driving. This may cause loss of
vehicle control and result in
personal injury. If the lever cannot be raised to the
fixed position, adjust the steering
wheel again. It is dangerous to
drive without locking the steering
wheel. This may cause loss of
vehicle control and result in
personal injury.
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3
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Starting and Stopping Engine
230On rare occasions, it may be difficult
to start the engine depending on the
fuel and the usage condition (repeated
driving of a distance in which the
engine has not warmed up suffi-
ciently). In such a case, it is recom-
mended that you change to a different
brand of fuel.
 On rare occasions, transient
knocking may be heard from the
engine when the accelerator is oper-
ated rapidly such as a rapid start-up
and a rapid acceleration. This is not a
malfunction.
 The engine starts more easily when
the headlights, air conditioner and rear
window defogger are turned off.■ Starting Engine
NOTEWhen pressing the push-button
ignition switch while depressing the
clutch pedal (MT models) or the brake
pedal (AT models): - The engine starter operates for a
maximum of 10 seconds and after
starting the engine, the starter stops
automatically.
- The engine can be started
regardless of the power status.
 If the engine does not start, check
the security indicator light. Then press
the push-button ignition switch
without depressing the clutch pedal
(MT models) or the brake pedal (AT
models) to switch the power to “OFF”. - If the light had illuminated, try to
start the engine again.
- If the light had been off, press the
push-button ignition switch while
depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brake pedal (AT
models) more forcefully.
 The engine start procedures may
not function depending on the radio
wave conditions around the vehicle. In
such a case, refer to "Starting Engine"
 P326.
 If the vehicle battery is discharged,
the steering cannot be unlocked.
Charge the battery.
WARNING
 There are some general precau-
tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in "General Precau-
tions When Starting Engine"
 P229. If the steering lock cannot be
released after the engine has
started, never drive the vehicle.
The steering is still locked, and it
may result in an accident.
CAUTION
 If a system malfunction warning
message is displayed on the
combination meter, there may be
a malfunction with the vehicle.
Contact a SUBARU dealer imme-
diately. If a steering lock warning
message is displayed on the
combination me ter after the
engine has started, it means that
the steering is still locked. While
moving the steering wheel right
and left, depress the brake pedal,
and press the push-button igni-
tion switch. Do not continue pressing the
push-button ignition switch for
more than 10 seconds. Doing so
could cause a malfunction. If the
engine does not start, stop
pressing the push -button ignition
switch. Instead, press the push-
button ignition switch without
depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brake pedal (AT
models) to switch the power
status to “OFF”. Wait 10 seconds,
and then press the push-button
ignition switch to start the
engine.
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