2016 SUBARU BRZ power steering

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

278 4-1. Maintenance and care
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
●Do not wash the engine compartment and area adjacent to it. If water
enters the engine air intake or electrical parts it will cause engine trouble or
a malfunction of the power steering.
●When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake
stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a
safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers to
become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes and diffusers
until they have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes and rear
bumper diffusers can cause burns.
CAUTION
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■Protective film for side sill plates
Make sure to remove the protective film. Failure to do so may cause rust,
depending on conditions.

338 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
16
SPARE See note. Spare fuse
17SPARE See note. Spare fuse
18SPARE See note. Spare fuse
19SPARE See note. Spare fuse
20SPARE See note. Spare fuse
21ST 7.5 A Starting system
22ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
23(STR LOCK) 7.5 A Steering lock system
24D/L 20 A Power door lock
25ETCS 15 A Engine control unit
26(AT+B) 7.5 A Transmission
27(AM2 NO. 2) 7.5 AKeyless access with push button
start system
28EFI (CTRL) 15 A Engine control unit
29EFI (HTR) 15 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
30EFI (IGN) 15 A Starting system
31EFI (+B) 7.5 A Engine control unit
32HAZ 15 ATurn signal lights, hazard warning
flashers
33MPX-B 7.5 AAutomatic air conditioning system,
gauge and meters
34F/PMP 20 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
35IG2 MAIN 30 ASRS airbag system, engine control
unit
36DCC 30 AInterior light, remote keyless entry
system, main body ECU
FuseAmpereCircuit

339 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Note
One of each of the following spare fuses are provided: 7.5 A, 10 A, 15
A, 20 A, 25 A, 30 A.
37HORN NO. 2 7.5 A Horn
38HORN NO. 1 7.5 A Horn
39H-LP LH LO 15 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)
40H-LP RH LO 15 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
41H-LP LH HI 10 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
42H-LP RH HI 10 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
43INJ 30 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
44H-LP WASHER 30 A
45AM2 NO. 1 40 A Starting system, engine control unit
46EPS 80 A Electric power steering
47A/B MAIN 15 A SRS airbag system
48ECU-B 7.5 ARemote keyless entry system,
main body ECU
49DOME 20 A Interior light
50IG2 7.5 A Engine control unit
FuseAmpereCircuit

340 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1ECU ACC 10 AMain body ECU, outside rear view
mirrors
2P/POINT No.2 15 A Power outlet
3PANEL 10 A Illumination
4TAIL 10 A Tail lights
5DRL 10 A Daytime running light system
6STOP 7.5 A Stop lights
7OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
8HEATER-S 7.5 A Air conditioning system
9HEATER 10 A Air conditioning system
10FR FOG LH 10 A Left-hand front fog light
11FR FOG RH 10 A Right-hand front fog light
12BK/UP LP 7.5 A Back-up lights
13ECU IG1 10 A ABS, electric power steering
14AM1 7.5 A Starting system
15AMP 15 A
16AT UNIT 15 A Transmission
17GAUGE 7.5 AGauge and meters, keyless access
with push button start system
18ECU IG2 10 A Engine control unit
19SEAT HTR LH 10 A Left-hand seat heater
20SEAT HTR RH 10 A Right-hand seat heater
21RADIO 7.5 A
22P/POINT No.1 15 A Power outlet

360 5-1. Essential information
■Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
Shift the select lever to N (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
or shift lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system:
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine
running) position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: Turn
the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” (engine off) or “ON”
(engine running) mode.
■If towing a vehicle
Do not tow another vehicle. If towing a vehicle that has broken down is
unavoidable, avoid towing a vehicle that is heavier than your vehicle. Also,
do not pull out a vehicle that has fallen into a ditch.
WARNING
■Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
●If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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When trouble arises
369 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS airbag system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seatbelt pretensioner system;
• The front passenger occupant detection system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the electric power steering sys-
tem.
(Flashes in
yellow for 15
seconds.)Keyless access with push button start system indicator
light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the keyless access with push
button start system.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Vehicle stability control (VSC) system;
• The TRAC system

370 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(Comes on in
yellow)Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
■SRS airbag system warning light
oP. 122
■Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
The electric power steering warning light may come on and the warning
buzzer may sound when the voltage is low or the voltage drops.
WARNING
■When the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
Warning lightWarning light/Details