2017 SUBARU BRZ steering

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When driving
CAUTION
Vehicles with a manual transmission
●If the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, driv-
ing torque may be restrained. This is not a malfunction.
●Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting,
do not release the clutch pedal abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch,
transmission and gears.
●Observe the following to prevent the clutch from being damaged.
• Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
• Do not use any gear other than the 1st gear when starting off and mov-
ing forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
• Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill
grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
●Do not shift the shift lever to R when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so
may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
●Do not release the clutch pedal too quickly. Doing so may damage the
transmission.
■When parking the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Always shift the select lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci-
dentally depressed. Also set the parking brake.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not race the engine for
more than 5 seconds in any position except the N or P position when the
brake is applied or when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause
the transmission fluid to overheat.

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CAUTION
■Replacement of brake pad and lining
If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audible brake
pad wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or
replacement.
■Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to
lock. To avoid this, be certain to pull the lever up slowly and gently.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (oP. 431)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your SUBARU dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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■Operation of the push-button ignition switch
If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the push-button ignition switch
mode may not change or the engine may not start.
■Access key battery depletion
oP. 3 5
■Conditions affecting operation
oP. 3 1
■Note for the “keyless access” entry function
oP. 3 2
■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (oP. 8 0 )
Contact your SUBARU dealer.
■Steering lock
After turning the push-button ignition switch off and opening and closing the
doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function.
Operating the push-button ignition switch again automatically cancels the
steering lock.Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
Check that the select lever is securely set
in P. The engine may not start if the select
lever is displaced out of P. The keyless
access with push button start system indi-
cator light (green) will flash quickly.

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When driving
■When the steering lock cannot be released
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■If the keyless access with push button start indicator flashes in yellow
and a message is displayed on the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
SUBARU dealer immediately.
■If the access key battery is depleted
oP. 367
■If the keyless access with push button start system has been deacti-
vated in a customized setting
oP. 450The keyless access with push button start
system indicator light (green) will flash
quickly and a message will be shown on
the multi-information display. (oP. 420)
Vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion
Check that the select lever is set in P.
Press the push-button ignition switch
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Press the push-button ignition switch
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.

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■Immediately after reconnecting the battery terminals due to replacing
the battery and so forth
The engine may not start. If this occurs, turn the push-button ignition switch
to “ON” mode, and start the engine after waiting at least 10 seconds. Idling
may be unstable immediately after the engine starts, however, this is not a
malfunction.
WARNING
■When starting the engine
●Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress
the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
●If the keyless access with push button start system indicator light flashes
in green after the engine has started, never drive the vehicle. The steering
wheel is still locked, and it may result in an accident.
■Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the
doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the
steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death
or serious injury.
■Stopping the engine
Do not touch the push-button ignition switch during driving.
When the push-button ignition switch is pressed for 2 seconds or longer or
pressed 3 times successively, the engine will stop. When the engine stops,
the brake booster will not function. A greater foot pressure will be required
on the brake pedal.
The power steering system will not operate either. A greater force will be
required to steer, and it may result in an accident.

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a keyless access with push button star t system)
■Starting the engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the select lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the
engine.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in neutral.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the
engine.
■Changing the engine switch positions
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the select
lever is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components
such as the power outlet can
be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can
be used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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When driving
■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the select lever to P.
(oP. 181)
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to neutral.
(oP. 188)
■If the engine does not start
Remove the key and try again. If the engine does not start, the engine immo-
bilizer system may not have been deactivated. (oP. 80)
Contact your SUBARU dealer.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
■Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
■Immediately after reconnecting the battery terminals due to replacing
the battery and so forth
The engine may not start. If this occurs, turn the engine switch to the “ON”
position, and start the engine after waiting at least 10 seconds. Idling may be
unstable immediately after the engine starts, however, this is not a malfunc-
tion.
STEP 1
Push in the key and turn to the “LOCK”
position.STEP 2
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly left and
right.

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Hor n
■After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.
(oP. 6 7 )
To sound the horn, press on or
close to the mark.