2017 SUBARU BRZ flat tire

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior fea-
turesAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for US owners, and seatbelt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 314
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 318
Cleaning and protecting
the Alcantara
® area.......... 322
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 324
General maintenance ......... 327
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 330
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 331
Engine hood ....................... 334
Engine compartment .......... 336
Tires ................................... 350
Tire inflation pressure......... 357
Wheels ............................... 361
Air conditioning filter ........... 364
Transmitter/access key
battery .............................. 367
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 372
Light bulbs .......................... 3805-1. 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 .............................. 401
5-2. 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
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
P. 350
P. 431
P. 357
P. 480
Rear window defogger P. 292
Trunk lid P. 46
Doors P. 43
Fuel filler lid P. 76
Turn signal lights
P. 191
Rear side marker lights P. 228

: If equipped
License plate lights P. 228
Tail lights/stop lights P. 228
Towing eyelet
P. 393
Towing eyelet
P. 393
Rear view camera P. 242
Stop lights

168 2-1. Driving procedures
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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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.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior......... 314
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior.......... 318
Cleaning and protecting
the Alcantara
® area ....... 3224-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 324
General maintenance....... 327
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ........................ 330
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................... 331
Engine hood ..................... 334
Engine compartment ........ 336
Tires ................................. 350
Tire inflation pressure ...... 357
Wheels ............................. 361
Air conditioning filter......... 364
Transmitter/access key
battery ............................ 367
Checking and replacing
fuses .............................. 372
Light bulbs........................ 380

329 4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Door/trunk lid • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Ti re• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
Windshield wipers
•The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
•The wiper blades should clear the
windshield without streaking or
skipping.
WARNING
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

332 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs (oP. 380)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
Radiator and condenser
(oP. 342)

Tire inflation pressure (oP. 357)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (oP. 348)• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
• Funnel