2019 SUBARU BRZ Owners Manual

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How to use the rear view camera
Perform the following to display a rear view image on the rear view
camera. Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a
keyless access with push button start system) or turn the
push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode (vehicles with a key-
less access with push button start system).
Shift the select lever (vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion) or shift lever (vehicles with a manual transmission) to
“R”.
In the following situations, the screen will return to the image that
was displayed before the lever was shifted to “R”.
• Vehicles with an automatic transmission: When several secondshave passed since the select lever was shifted to a position other
than “P” or “R” (off delay function).
• Vehicles with an automatic transmission: When the select lever is
shifted to “P”.
• Vehicles with a manual transmission: When several seconds have passed since the shift lever was shifted to a position other than
“R” (off delay function).
• When the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or more.
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Displayed area■ Displayed area on the screen
●The area behind the rear
bumper can be displayed.
Areas on both the left and right
side of the rear bumper and
areas just under the rear
bumper cannot be displayed.
● The distance of the image dis-
played on the screen will look
shorter than the actual dis-
tance.
● Areas above where the rear
view camera is installed can-
not be displayed.
● If there is an object behind the
vehicle with a long protrusion
on its upper part, such as a
sign pole, the protruding part
will not be displayed on the
screen.

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Distance from the ground on the screen
The distance markers show the distance from an object on level
ground when the vehicle is unloaded. Depending on the loading
condition and road condition, the distance shown on the screen
may be different from the actual distance.
When there is an upward slope behind the vehicle “A”: 3 ft. (1 m)
The distance on the screen will
look farther than the actual dis-
tance.
When there is a downward slope behind the vehicle“A”: 3 ft. (1 m)
The distance on the screen will
look closer than the actual dis-
tance.
■Distance markers
3 ft. (1 m) line
10 ft. (3 m) line
The distance markers show the
distance from points on the road.
If there is a car or other object
close to the rear of the vehicle,
the distance will not be displayed
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Help linesThe help lines (distance markers and vehicle width lines) are a guide
to help you realize the actual distance of points on the screen. Vehicle width lines (oblique
vertical lines)
Approximately 10 ft. (3 m)
from the bumper (green hori-
zontal line)
Approximately 3 ft. (1 m) from
the bumper (yellow horizontal
line)
Approximately 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
from the bumper (red horizon-
tal line)
Vehicle centerline
When the select lever (vehi-
cles with an automatic trans-
mission) or shift lever
(vehicles with a manual trans-
mission) is shifted to “R”, the
screen will display the help
lines together with the rear
view image.

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Rear view camera display
● On vehicles with a genuine SUBARU navigation system, the rear view
camera display will be prioritized over other displays. To display another
display, shift the select lever (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or
shift lever (vehicles with a manual transmission) to a position other than
“R”.
● Images from the rear view camera will be displayed horizontally reversed
as is the case with the vehicle’s rear view mirror or a side view mirror.
● Images on the screen may look different depending on the number of
passengers and loading conditions.
● When the vehicle is on an incline or decline, distances displayed on the
screen may look different than the actual distance.
● When the vehicle is loaded, the distance on the screen will look farther
than the actual distance, as is the case when approaching an upward
incline.
● The color of objects on the screen may be different from the actual color
of the objects.
● Be sure to check your surroundings when “Check Surroundings Before
Backing Up” is displayed.
● If you shift to “R” shortly after turning the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) or
the push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless
access with push button start system), “Check Surroundings Before
Backing Up” may not be displayed. Wait several seconds or more after
turning the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a keyless
access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition switch
to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem) before shifting to the “R” range. The warning message can then be
displayed.

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●Strong light shined on the rear view camera lens may develop white light
stripes around the light source. This is not a malfunction.
● Under fluorescent lighting, the display may flicker. However, this is not a
malfunction.
● It may be difficult to see the image from the rear view camera in the fol-
lowing situations. This is not a malfunction.
• When the vehicle is in a dark area (at night, in a tunnel, etc.).
• When the vehicle is in an extremely hot or cold place.
• When foreign matter (such as raindrops, snow, dirt, etc.) that disturbs
the view of the rear view camera is stuck to the lens of the rear view
camera.
• When strong lights shine directly into the camera lens (in this case, ver- tical lines may be displayed on the screen).
■ Taking care of the rear view camera
●Do not clean the rear view camera with alcohol, benzine or paint thinner.
Otherwise, discoloration may occur. To remove contamination, wipe the
rear view camera with a cloth moistened with a diluted neutral detergent
and then wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
● When waxing the vehicle, be careful not to apply wax to the rear view
camera. If wax contacts the rear view camera, remove it with a clean
cloth moistened with a diluted neutral detergent.
● The camera lens has hard coating to help prevent scratches. However,
when washing the vehicle or cleaning the camera lens, be careful not to
scratch the camera lens. Do not use a washing brush directly on the
camera lens as the displayed image may be adversely affected.

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WARNING
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When using the rear view camera
● Since the rear view camera uses a wide-angle lens, the image on the
screen will be different from the actual view in terms of distance.
● Since the range of the image displayed on the screen is limited, you
should always check the area behind the vehicle and the surrounding area
with your eyes and mirrors, and move backward at a slow speed. Moving
backward only by checking the rear view image from the rear view camera
could lead to an accident.
● Do not disassemble or modify the rear view camera, switch or wiring. If
smoke comes from any of the parts or you smell a strange odor, stop using
the rear view camera immediately. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an
inspection. Continued use may result in accident, fire or electric shock.
● Do not expose the rear view camera or wiring to an open flame as damage
or a fire may occur.
● Do not use the system if the trunk is open.

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CAUTION
■How to use the rear view camera
●When washing your vehicle with a high-pressure washer, do not allow the
water to contact the rear view camera directly. Entry of water into the cam-
era lens may result in condensation on the lens, malfunction, fire or elec-
tric shock.
● Since the rear view camera is a precision device, do not subject it to
strong impacts. Otherwise, malfunction, fire or electric shock may occur.
● If mud or snow sticks to or is frozen on the rear view camera, very carefully
remove it. Otherwise, damage to the rear view camera may cause a fire or
electric shock. Pour water or lukewarm water over the rear view camera to
remove mud and ice, and wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
● When replacing a fuse, be sure to use a fuse with the specified rating. Use
of a fuse with a different rating may result in a malfunction.
● If the rear view camera is used for a long time while the engine is not run-
ning, the battery may become completely discharged.