2017 SUBARU BRZ engine overheat

256 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

309 3-5. Other interior features
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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 .......................... 392
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................ 393
If you think something is
wrong ............................. 400
Fuel pump shut off
system ........................... 4015-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................... 402
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 414
If you have a flat tire......... 431
If the engine will
not start .......................... 444
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P ............ 447
If you lose your keys ........ 448
If the access key does not
operate properly ............. 449
If the battery is
discharged ..................... 453
If your vehicle
overheats ....................... 458
If the vehicle becomes
stuck .............................. 461

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When trouble arises
403 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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
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.
(Flashes or illu-
minates in red)High engine coolant temperature warning light (if
equipped)
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (oP. 458)
As the engine coolant temperature increases, this warning
light will change from flashing to constantly illuminated.

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When trouble arises
415 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 messageDetails
(Comes on in red)
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating.
(oP. 458)
A buzzer also sounds.

458
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your
SUBARU dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●Vehicles with a monochrome multi-information display: The
engine coolant temperature gauge (oP. 194) enters the red
zone or a loss of engine power is experienced (for example, the
vehicle speed does not increase).
Vehicles with a color multi-information display: The high engine
coolant temperature warning light (oP. 198) flashes or illumi-
nates or a loss of engine power is experienced (for example, the
vehicle speed does not increase).
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
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526 Alphabetical index
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control .................................196
Care
Alcantara
®............................. 322
Aluminum wheels .................. 315
Exterior.................................. 314
Interior ................................... 318
Seatbelts ............................... 319
Cargo capacity ......................... 263
Chains ....................................... 270
Child restraint system
Booster seats,
definition ............................. 139
Booster seats,
installation ........................... 143
Convertible seats,
definition ............................. 139
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 143
Front passenger occupant
detection system .................129
Infant seats,
definition ............................. 139
Infant seats,
installation ........................... 143
Installing CRS with
LATCH anchors .................. 144
Installing CRS with
seatbelts ............................. 146
Installing CRS with
top tether straps .................. 149Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 123
Battery precautions ....... 347, 456
Child restraint system ........... 139
How your child should
wear the seatbelt .................. 62
Installing child restraints........ 143
Power window lock switch ...... 72
Power window
precautions ........................... 75
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 370
Seat heater precautions ........ 309
Seatbelt guide ......................... 61
Seatbelt precautions ............... 64
Trunk precautions ................... 49
Cleaning
Alcantara
®............................. 322
Aluminum wheels.................. 315
Exterior.................................. 314
Interior ................................... 318
Seatbelts ............................... 319
Clock ......................................... 305
Condenser ................................ 342
Console tray ............................. 301
Coolant
Capacity ................................ 470
Checking ............................... 340
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 458
Cruise control .......................... 237
Cup holders .............................. 301
Curtain airbags .......................... 91
Customizable features ............ 493
Daytime running light
system .................................... 230
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 292
Side mirror ............................ 292
Dimensions .............................. 464
Dinghy towing .......................... 274
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Display
Drive information .................. 216
Multi-information
display ........................ 205, 213
Trip information .................... 206
Warning messages............... 414
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 331
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 296
Wattage ................................ 475
Doors
Door lock .................... 25, 38, 43
Door windows ......................... 72
Side mirrors ............................ 69
Drive information .................... 216
Driver's seatbelt
reminder light ........................ 406
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 157
Correct posture....................... 89
Procedures ........................... 154
Winter drive tips.................... 268
Electric power steering........... 251
Emergency, in case of
If the access key does
not operate properly........... 449
If the engine will not start...... 444
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 447
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 453
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 402
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 402
If the warning message
is displayed ........................ 414
If you have a flat tire ............ 431
If you lose your keys............. 448
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 400If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................461
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................393
If your vehicle overheats .......458
Engine
Compartment ........................336
Engine hood ..........................334
Engine switch ................169, 178
How to start the
engine .........................169, 178
Identification number .............465
If the engine will not start ......444
Ignition switch................169, 178
Overheating...........................458
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................470
Checking ...............................340
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ........194, 218
Engine hood .............................334
Engine immobilizer system.......80
Engine oil
Capacity ................................468
Checking ...............................337
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................268
Engine switch ...................169, 178
Engine switch light ..................296
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat...................................310
Fluid
Brake .....................................342
Washer ..................................348
Fog lights
Switch....................................233
Front fog lights
Switch....................................233
Front passenger occupant
detection system ...................129
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