key SUBARU BRZ 2023 Owner's Guide

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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Keys and Doors2
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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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Push-Button Ignition Switch
125
Instruments and Controls3
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3-1. Push-Button Ignition Switch■Safety PrecautionsRefer to "Safety Precautions" P94.■ Operating Range for Push-
Button Start System1) Antenna
2) Operating rangeNOTEIf the access key fob is not detected
within the operating range of the
antennas inside the vehicle, the push-
button ignition switch and the engine
start cannot be operated.
 Even when the access key fob is
outside the vehicle, if it is placed too close to the glass, it may be possible to

switch the power or to start the engine.
 Do not leave the access key fob in
the following places. It may become
impossible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start. - On the instrument panel
- On the floor
- Inside the glove box
- Inside the door trim pocket
- On the rear seat
- On the rear shelf
 When operating the push-button
ignition switch or starting the engine, if
the access key fob battery is
discharged, perform the procedure
described in "Access Key Fob – If
Access Key Fob Does Not Operate
Properly" P325. In such a case,
replace the battery immediately. Refer
to "Replacing Battery of Access Key
Fob" P376.
■ Switching Power Status1) Push-button ignition switchThe power status is switched every time
the push-button ignition switch is pressed.
1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2. Shift the shift lever in neutral (MT
models) or the select lever in the “P” posi-
tion (AT models).
3. Press the push-button ignition switch
without depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brak e pedal (AT models).
Every time the button is pressed, the
power is switched in the sequence of
“OFF”, “ACC”, “ON” and “OFF”.
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Push-Button Ignition Switch
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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
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Instruments and Controls3
– CONTINUED –
while the vehicle is subsequently being
driven.
 The warning light illuminates during
driving, but turns off immediately and
remains off.▼ Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
operation indicator light
The indicator light flashes during activa-
tion of the skid suppression function and
during activation of the TRAC system.NOTE The light may remain illuminated for
a short period of time after the engine
has been started, especially in cold
weather. This does not indicate the
existence of a problem. The light
should turn off as soon as the engine
has warmed up.
 The indicator light illuminates when
the engine has developed a problem
and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/
malfunction indicator light is on.
The Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
system is probably malfunctioning under
the following condition. Have your vehicle
checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as
possible.
 The light does not turn off even after
the lapse of several minutes (the engine
has warmed up) after the engine has
started.
■ Vehicle Stability
Control (VSC) OFF
Indicator Light The light illuminates when “Vehicle
Stability Control (VSC)” is selected to
deactivate the Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) system.
The Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
system is probably malfunctioning under
any of the following conditions. Have your
vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer
immediately.
 The light does not illuminate while the
system check.
 The light does not turn off even after a
period of approximately 2 seconds after
the ignition switch has been turned to the
“ON” position.
■ Warning Chimes and
Warning Indicator of the
Keyless Access with Push-
Button Start SystemAccess key warning indicatorThe keyless access with push-button start
system is equipped wi th a warning chime
and the access key warning indicator in
order to minimize improper operations
and help protect your vehicle from theft.
When the warning chime sounds and/or
the warning indicator appears, take the
appropriate action.
You cannot turn the warning chimes off.
However, the volume setting of the
outside warning chime can be changed by
a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU
dealer for details.
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Warning and Indicator Lights
144NOTEEven when the access key fob is
within the operating ranges inside the
vehicle, the access key warning for
engine start may be provided
depending on the status of the access key fob and the environmental condi-
tions.

When the access key fob is taken
out of the vehicle through an open
window, the access key takeout
warning or passenger access key
takeout warning will not be provided.
▼ List of warnings
WARNING
Never drive the vehicle if a steering
lock warning message is displayed
on the combination meter when
starting the engine. This indicates
the status that the steering lock is
not released and could result in an
accident involving serious injury or
death.
CAUTION
 If a steering lock system malfunc-
tion warning message is
displayed on the combination
meter, there could be a steering
lock malfunction. Contact your
SUBARU dealer as soon as
possible. When the keyless access system
warning message is displayed on
the combination meter, contact a
SUBARU dealer immediately.
CAUTION
When any of the following warnings
occurs even if the access key warn-
ing indicator does not appear, take
the appropriate action.
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Warning and Indicator Lights
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Instruments and Controls3
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Inside warning
chime Outside warning
chime Status
Action
Ding, ding ...
(intermittent) ―The driver’s door is opened while the push-button
ignition switch is “ACC”. (in AT models, when the
select lever is in the “P” position.) Switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”, or
close the driver’s door.
When exiting the vehicle, be sure to switch the
push-button ignition switch to “OFF”.
The push-button ignition switch is switched to
“OFF” while the driver’s door is open. Close the driver’s door.
Ding Short beep
(2 seconds) Lockout warning:
The doors are locked by following methods when
an access key fob is left in the car.

The door is closed when the lock lever of the
door is in the lock position.
 The door is closed when the power door locking
switch is in the lock position. Take out the access key fob from the vehicle, and
lock the doors.
The doors cannot be locked while the access key
fob is inside the vehicle.
A chirp sound will be heard, and all doors will be
unlocked.
― Short beep
(2 seconds) Access key lock-in warning:
The door lock sensor is touched while the push-
button ignition switch is “OFF” and the access key
fob is inside the vehicle. Take out the access key fob from the vehicle, and
lock the doors.
If the access key fob is in
side the vehicle, the doors
cannot be locked.
― Short beep (5 sec-
onds) Door ajar warning:
The door lock sensor is touched while the ignition
switch is in the “OFF” position and one of the doors
is opened. Close the doors securely and lock them.
If one of the doors is opened, the doors cannot be
locked.
Ding Long beep (60 sec-
onds max.) Power warning:
For AT models, the door lock sensor is touched
while you are carrying t
he access key fob, the
push-button ignition switch is in a position other
than “OFF” and the select lever is in the “P” posi-
tion. Return the access key fob inside the vehicle, or
switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”.
If the push-button ignition switch is not switched to
“OFF”, the doors cannot be locked.
Ding, ding ... (7 seconds) ―Access key warning:
The vehicle is driven while
the access key fob is not
inside the vehicle. Carry the access key f
ob, and drive the vehicle.
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Warning and Indicator Lights
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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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