2017 SUBARU BRZ Warning indicator

230 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
■Daytime running light system
●Vehicles with an automatic transmission: To make your vehicle more visi-
ble to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime running lights turn
on automatically whenever the engine is started, the select lever is
shifted out of P and the parking brake is released with the headlight
switch off or in the “AUTO” position. (Illuminate brighter than the parking
lights.) Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.
●Vehicles with a manual transmission: To make your vehicle more visible
to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime running lights turn on
automatically whenever the engine is started and the parking brake is
released with the headlight switch off or in the “AUTO” position. (Illumi-
nate brighter than the parking lights.) Daytime running lights are not
designed for use at night.
●When the turn signal indicators are flashing, the daytime running light on
the side that the turn signals are flashing will turn off.
●When the hazard warning flashers are flashing, both daytime running
lights will turn off.
●Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system
offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help
improve fuel economy.
■Headlight control sensor
Headlight control sensor is located on the
passenger's side.
The sensor may not function properly if
an object is placed on the sensor, or any-
thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to
the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys-
tem to malfunction.

257 2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
WARNING
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■When the Vehicle stability control (VSC) and/or brake LSD function is
activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRAC/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems off
unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems will not function
correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your SUBARU dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
Hill star t assist
The hill start assist system helps to maintain braking force to assist
starting off forward while facing uphill or starting off backward while
facing downhill. As the hill start assist system is initially disabled,
enable the system to make it operable. The enabled/disabled setting
will be maintained the next time the engine is started.
When the system is enabled,
the hill start assist ON indica-
tor will be illuminated.
■Enabling the hill start assist system
Park your vehicle in a flat, safe location.
Make sure that the parking brake is securely engaged.
Stop the engine by turning the engine switch to the “LOCK”
position (vehicles without a keyless access with push but-
ton start system) or turning the push-button ignition switch
off (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start
system).
Start the engine and check that the ABS warning light and
slip indicator are off.
Press and hold for
approximately 30 seconds.
Check that both the Vehicle
stability control (VSC) off indi-
cator and Traction Control Sys-
tem OFF indicator illuminate
and then turn off.
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STEP 2
STEP 3
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404 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 and
Mexico)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 and
Mexico)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.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Vehicle stability control (VSC) system;
• The TRAC system;
• The hill start assist system.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system.

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When trouble arises
405 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
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■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

412 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■Maintenance of the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring
system)
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure
telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is sig-
nificantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale
(tire pressure warning light) illuminates, you should stop and check your
tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driv-
ing on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and
tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning
light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator
to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS mal-
function indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pres-
sure warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale
will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illu-
minated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups
as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu-
minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.

528 Alphabetical index
Front passenger's seatbelt
reminder light......................... 406
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................53
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 380
Wattage.................................475
Front turn signal lights
Switch.................................... 191
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 467
Fuel gauge ............................ 194
Fuel pump shut off system .... 401
Gas station information ......... 536
Information ............................ 476
Refueling .................................76
Fuel door.....................................76
Fuel filler lid ................................76
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 401
Fuses......................................... 372
Gauges ...................................... 194
Glove box.................................. 299
Hazard lights
Switch.................................... 392
Hazard warning flashers
Switch.................................... 392
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................58
Headlights
Automatic headlight
leveling................................ 231
Switch.................................... 228
Heaters
Seat heaters.......................... 308
Side mirror............................. 292
Hill start assist ......................... 258
Horn...........................................193I/M test ...................................... 330
Identification
Engine................................... 465
Vehicle .................................. 465
Ignition switch.................. 169, 178
Ignition switch light
Ignition switch light ................ 296
Illuminated entry system......... 296
Immobilizer system ................... 80
Indicator lights ......................... 198
Inside rear view mirror .............. 68
Interior light
Interior light ........................... 297
Switch ................................... 297
Wattage................................. 475
Jack
Vehicle-equipped
jack ..................................... 431
Jack handle .............................. 431
Jam protection function
Power windows ....................... 73
Keyless access with
push button start system
Antenna location ..................... 27
“Keyless access” entry
function ................................. 25
Starting the engine................ 169
Keyless entry ............................. 38
Keys
Access key.............................. 22
Engine switch................ 169, 178
If you lose your keys ............. 448
If your access key
battery is discharged .......... 449
Key number............................. 22
Keyless entry .......................... 38
Keys ........................................ 22
Mechanical key ....................... 23
Transmitter.............................. 38
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Language (multi-information
display) .................................. 223
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 380
Wattage ................................ 475
Light bulbs
Replacing ............................. 380
Wattage ................................ 475
Lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 296
Engine switch light................ 296
Fog light switch..................... 233
Hazard light switch ............... 392
Hazard warning flasher
switch ................................. 392
Headlights switch ................. 228
Interior light switch................ 297
Replacing light bulbs ............ 380
Trunk light............................... 48
Turn signal lever ................... 191
Vanity lights .......................... 304
Wattage ................................ 475
Load capacity .......................... 267
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 331
General maintenance ........... 327
Maintenance data................. 464
Maintenance requirements ... 324
Manual air conditioning
system ................................... 276
Manual transmission .............. 188
Meter
Indicators.............................. 198
Instrument panel
light control......................... 196
Meters .................................. 194
Multi-information
display ........................ 205, 213
Settings ........................ 205, 223
Warning lights....................... 402
Warning messages............... 414Microphone...............................295
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............68
Side mirror heater .................292
Side mirrors .............................69
Vanity mirrors ........................304
Multi-information display
Drive information ...................216
G-force display ......................219
Language ..............................223
Multi-information
display.........................205, 213
Settings .................................223
Trip information .....................206
Warning messages ...............414
Noise from under vehicle ..........16
Odometer ..........................205, 225
Oil
Engine oil ..............................337
Opener
Engine hood ..........................334
Fuel filler lid .............................76
Trunk lid ..................................46
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............69
Outside temperature
display ............................205, 225
Overheating, Engine ................458
Paddle shift levers ...................184
Parking brake ...........................192
Parking lights
Switch....................................228
Power outlets ...........................306
Power windows ..........................72
Radiator ....................................342
Rear seats...................................56
Rear side marker lights
Switch....................................228L
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