2015 SUBARU BRZ oil level

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ............ 416
Fuel information .................. 428
Tire information ................... 432
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 445
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................. 450
Seatbelt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 451
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 454
Abbreviation list .........................476
Alphabetical index ......................477
What to do if... ............................489
6Vehicle specifications
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Index

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartmentNOTE
SUBARU does not endorse the use of non-SUBARU approved flushing sys-
tems and strongly advises against performing these services on a SUBARU
vehicle. Non-SUBARU approved flushing systems use chemicals and/or sol-
vents which have not been tested or approved by SUBARU.
SUBARU warranties do not cover any part of the vehicle which is damaged
by adding or applying chemicals and/or solvents other than those approved
or recommended by SUBARU.
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(→ P. 306)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( →P. 304)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( →P. 302)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( →P. 299)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter? (
→P. 304)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( →P. 310)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Maintenance
Booklet”. It is recommended that any problem you notice should be
brought to the attention of your SUBARU dealer or qualified service
shop for advice.

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Engine compartment
Battery (→P. 306)
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 299)
Brake fluid reservoir (→ P. 304)
Engine oil filler cap (→ P. 300)Washer fluid tank
(→ P. 310)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 304)
Radiator ( →P. 304)
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 302)
Fuse box ( →P. 335)

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Maintenance and care
Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than five minutes for the oil to
drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
When checking the oil, look at both sides of the dipstick and use the
lower measurement to determine the level of oil.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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■Adding engine oilIf the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection →
P. 420
Oil quantity
(Low → Full) 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
■Engine oil consumption
Some engine oil will be consumed while driving. Under the following condi-
tions, oil consumption can be increased and thus require refilling between
maintenance intervals:
●When the engine is new and within the break-in period
●When the engine oil is of lower quality
●When the incorrect oil viscosity is used
●When engine braking is employed
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Engine coolantThe coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
CAUTION
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you fill the oil.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap,
drain cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your SUBARU dealer pressure test the cap
and check for leaks in the cooling system.

Vehicle specifications6
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......... 416
Fuel information ............... 428
Tire information ................ 432
6-2. Customization Customizable features .......................... 445

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
* : Unladen vehicle
Overall length 166.7 in. (4235 mm)
Overall width 69.9 in. (1775 mm)
Overall height
* 52.0 in. (1320 mm)
Wheelbase 101.2 in. (2570 mm)
TreadFront 59.8 in. (1520 mm)
Rear 60.6 in. (1540 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) Details are described on the tire and load-
ing information label. (
→P. 320)