2013 SUBARU BRZ Owners Manual

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CAUTION
■Replacing tire inflation pressure warning valves and transmitters
(vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system)
●Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn-
ing valves and transmitters, make sure to have tires serviced by your
SUBARU dealer or other qualified service shop. In addition, make sure
to purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your
SUBARU dealer.
●Ensure that only genuine SUBARU wheels are used on your vehicle.
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work properly
with non-genuine wheels.

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■Removal methodVehicles without a keyless access with push button
start system
Turn the engine switch off.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start
system
Turn the push-button ignition switch off. Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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Pull out the glove box and dis-
connect the lower claws.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.The “ ↑UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
CAUTION
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system wit hout a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Transmitter/access key batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
■You will need the following items: ●Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2016 (vehicles without a keyless access
with push button start system), or CR1632 (vehicles with a
keyless access with push button start system)
■Replacing the battery (vehicles without a keyless access
with push button start system)
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
To prevent the buttons from
being disassembled, face the
button surface downward.
Remove the module.
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Open the case cover using a
coin protected with tape and
remove the depleted battery.Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
■Replacing the battery (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system) Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2

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■Use a CR2016 (vehicles without a keyless access with push button
start system) or CR1632 (vehicles with a keyless access with push but-
ton start system) lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your SUBARU dealer, local electrical
appliance shops or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The keyless access with push button start system (if equipped) and
remote keyless entry system will not function properly.
●The operational range will be reduced.
■When putting the module back (vehicles without a keyless access with
push button start system) Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP3
Insert the module from directly above.
Inserting it on an angle may prevent the
key buttons from operating properly.

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WARNING
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child,
they can cause choking. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
●Do not bend either of the battery terminals.