2016 SUBARU BRZ parking brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
SUBARU dealer.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your SUBARU dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Brake system warning light
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
●Set the parking brake.
●Shift the select lever to P (vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission) or shift lever to R (vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion).
●Stop the engine.
●Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
■Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
JackJack handle
Spare tire Towing eyelet
ScrewdriverWheel nut
wrench

394 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the push-button ignition
switch is functioning normally:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
Set the parking brake.
Put the select lever in P.
Set the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Press and hold the push-button ignition switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
■The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (oP. 402)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a keyless access with push button start system)
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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When trouble arises
395 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in neutral.
Turn the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Push and hold the push-button ignition switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal
firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
STEP 1
STEP2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
If the select lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the select lever). Have the vehicle inspected
by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the select lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start
system: Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem: Turn the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock release
button.
The select lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the select
lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift
lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear
wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) or shift lever to 1 or R position
(vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the park-
ing brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the
accelerator pedal.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off TRAC. (oP. 218)

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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50
kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N,
20.4 kgf).
■Brake disc
If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and
the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult
your SUBARU dealer.
Pedal clearance*1
2.16 in. (55 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.020  0.106 in. (0.5  2.7 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.06 in. (1.5 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.06 in. (1.5 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*27 8 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid
Brake pedal
Pedal
clearance
Carpet

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 238, 245
ABS........................................... 217
Access key
If the access key does
not operate properly........... 398
Air conditioning filter.............. 326
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 326
Automatic air conditioning
system................................ 245
Manual air conditioning
system................................ 238
Airbags
Airbag operating
conditions................... 104, 112
Airbag precautions for
your child............................ 118
Airbag warning light .............. 369
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 112
Curtain airbag
precautions ........................ 118
Front passenger occupant
detection system ................ 124
General airbag
precautions ........................ 118
Locations of airbags ............... 89
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............. 121
Proper driving
posture ......................... 87, 118
Side airbag operating
conditions........................... 112
Side airbag
precautions ........................ 118
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 112
Side and curtain airbags
precautions ........................ 118
SRS airbags ........................... 89
Alarm .......................................... 83Anti-lock brake system............217
Audio input ...............................256
Audio system
Audio input ............................256
AUX port................................256
iPod .......................................256
Portable music player............256
USB memory .........................256
USB port................................256
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................245
Automatic light
control system .......................202
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........174
If the select lever cannot be
shifted from P......................396
Manual mode ........................177
Mode select switch ................176
AUX port ...................................256
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .............342
Wattage .................................425
Battery
Checking ...............................306
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............402
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................229
Bottle holders ...........................262
Brake
Fluid ......................................304
Parking brake ........................185
Brake assist..............................217
Break-in tips .............................151
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control .................................191A
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