2016 SUBARU BRZ engine overheat

222 2-4. Using other driving systems
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■Electric power steering operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may
be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Reduced effectiveness of the electric power steering system
The effectiveness of the electric power steering system is reduced to pre-
vent the system from overheating when there is frequent steering input over
an extended period of time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle
and turn the engine off. The electric power steering system should return to
normal after a little while.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●Tires with inadequate gripping ability are used (such as excessively worn
tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

272 3-5. Other interior features
WARNING
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
●Do not use the seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause
minor burns or overheating.
CAUTION
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters off when the engine is not running.

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential information
Hazard warning
flashers .......................... 358
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................ 359
If you think something
is wrong ......................... 366
Fuel pump shut off
system ........................... 3675-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................... 368
If you have a flat tire......... 382
If the engine will not
start ................................ 393
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P ............ 396
If you lose your keys ........ 397
If the access key does not
operate properly ............. 398
If the battery is
discharged ..................... 402
If your vehicle
overheats ....................... 407
If the vehicle becomes
stuck .............................. 410

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When trouble arises
407
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the engine
hood.
If you see steam:
Stop the engine. Carefully lift the engine hood after the
steam subsides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the engine running and carefully lift the engine hood.
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating:
Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown on the
instrument cluster) begins to fall and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine and call your SUBARU dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

408 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the engine hood.
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the engine
hood of your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the engine hood, do not open the
engine hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may
be very hot, causing serious injury such as burns.
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. (oP. 420)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest SUBARU dealer as soon
as possible.
STEP 5

476 Alphabetical index
Care
Alcantara®............................. 284
Exterior.................................. 276
Interior ................................... 280
Seatbelts ............................... 281
Cargo capacity ......................... 224
Chains ....................................... 231
Child restraint system
Booster seats,
definition ............................. 134
Booster seats,
installation ........................... 138
Convertible seats,
definition ............................. 134
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 138
Front passenger occupant
detection system .................124
Infant seats,
definition ............................. 134
Infant seats,
installation ........................... 138
Installing CRS with
LATCH anchors .................. 139
Installing CRS with
seatbelts ............................. 141
Installing CRS with
top tether straps .................. 144Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 118
Battery precautions ....... 309, 405
Child restraint system ........... 134
How your child should
wear the seatbelt .................. 60
Installing child restraints........ 138
Power window lock switch ...... 70
Power window
precautions ........................... 73
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 332
Seat heater precautions ........ 272
Seatbelt guide ......................... 59
Seatbelt precautions ............... 62
Trunk precautions ................... 48
Cleaning
Alcantara
®............................. 284
Exterior.................................. 276
Interior ................................... 280
Seatbelts ............................... 281
Clock ......................................... 267
Condenser ................................ 304
Console tray ............................. 263
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 407
Cruise control .......................... 212
Cup holders .............................. 263
Customizable features ............ 443
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477 Alphabetical index
Daytime running light
system ................................... 205
Defogger
Rear window......................... 254
Side mirror ............................ 254
Dimension ................................ 414
Dinghy towing ......................... 235
Display
Multi-information display....... 197
Trip information .................... 198
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 293
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 258
Wattage ................................ 425
Doors
Door lock .................... 23, 37, 42
Door windows ......................... 70
Side mirrors ............................ 67
Driver's seatbelt
reminder light ........................ 371
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 151
Correct posture....................... 87
Procedures ........................... 148
Winter drive tips.................... 229Electric power steering ...........217
Emergency, in case of
If the access key does
not operate properly............398
If the engine will not start ......393
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P.................396
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............402
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................368
If the warning light
turns on ...............................368
If you have a flat tire .............382
If you lose your keys .............397
If you think something is
wrong ..................................366
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................410
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................359
If your vehicle overheats ....... 407DE

478 Alphabetical index
Engine
Compartment ........................ 298
Engine hood .......................... 296
Engine switch ................162, 171
How to start the
engine .........................162, 171
Identification number............. 415
If the engine will not start ...... 393
Ignition switch................162, 171
Overheating........................... 407
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 420
Checking ............................... 302
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 187
Engine hood ............................. 296
Engine immobilizer system....... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 418
Checking ............................... 299
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 229
Engine switch ...................162, 171
Engine switch light .................. 258
Event data recorder ...................16Floor mat .................................. 273
Fluid
Brake..................................... 304
Washer.................................. 310
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Switch ................................... 208
Wattage................................. 425
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Switch ................................... 208
Wattage................................. 425
Front passenger occupant
detection system ................... 124
Front passenger's seatbelt
reminder light ........................ 371
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 51
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Wattage................................. 425
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 342
Switch ................................... 184
Wattage................................. 425
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 417
Fuel gauge ............................ 187
Fuel pump shut off system .... 367
Gas station information ......... 488
Information ............................ 426
Refueling................................. 74
Fuel door .................................... 74
Fuel filler lid................................ 74
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 367
Fuses ........................................ 334F