2020 SUBARU BRZ parking brake

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Emergency start function (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the push-button ignition
switch is functioning normally:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission Set the parking brake.
Put the select lever in P.
Set the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Press and hold the push-button ignition switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 476)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a keyless access with push button start system)
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Vehicles with a manual transmission
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in neutral.
Turn the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Push and hold the push-button ignition switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal
firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
STEP 1
STEP2
STEP 3
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If the select lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
If the select lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the select lever). Have the vehicle inspected
by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the select lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start
system: Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem: Turn the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Depress the brake pedal.Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock release
button.
The select lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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STEP 2
STEP 3
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the select
lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift
lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear
wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) or shift lever to 1 or R position
(vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the park-
ing brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the
accelerator pedal.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off TRAC. ( →P. 258)

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Vehicle specifications
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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50
kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: When pushing the brake pedal with the force less than 2.2 lbf (10 N, 1 kgf).
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N,20.4 kgf).
Pedal clearance*1
2.16 in. (55 mm) Min.
Pedal free play*20.020  0.106 in. (0.5  2.7 mm)
Brake pad wear
limit (vehicles with-
out Brembo
®
brake)
Front 0.059 in. (1.5 mm)
Rear 0.059 in. (1.5 mm)
Brake pad wear
limit (vehicles with
Brembo
® brake)
Front 0.047 in. (1.2 mm)
Rear 0.061 in. (1.55 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.059 in. (1.5 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*37  8 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake
fluid
CAUTION
■
Brake fluid
Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3
and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand.
Brake pedal
Pedal
clearance
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 282, 289
ABS........................................... 257
Access keyIf the access key does not operate properly........... 472
Air conditioning filter.............. 385
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 385
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 289
Manual air conditioning system................................ 282
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 108, 116
Airbag precautions for your child............................ 125
Airbag warning light .............. 426
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 116
Curtain airbag precautions ........................ 125
Front passenger occupant detection system ................ 131
General airbag precautions ........................ 125
Locations of airbags ............... 93
Modification and disposal of airbags ............. 128
Proper driving
posture ......................... 91, 125
Side airbag operating conditions........................... 116
Side airbag precautions ........................ 125
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 116
Side and curtain airbags precautions ........................ 125
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners .......... 526
SRS airbags ........................... 93 Alarm ...........................................87
Anti-lock brake system............257
Audio input ...............................300
Audio system
Audio input ............................300
AUX port................................300
iPod .......................................300
Portable music player............300
USB memory .........................300
USB port................................300
Auto dimmer cancel function ..................................201
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................289
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................237
Automatic light control system .......................233
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........185
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P......................470
Manual mode ........................188
Mode select switch ................187
Paddle shift levers .................188
AUX port ...................................300
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............401
Wattage .................................500
Battery Checking ...............................364
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............476
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................274
Bottle holders ...........................306
Brake Fluid ......................................362
Parking brake ........................197
Brake assist..............................257
Break-in tips .............................159A
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Light bulbs
Replacing ............................. 401
Wattage ................................ 500
Lights Door courtesy lights.............. 302
Engine switch light................ 302
Fog light switch..................... 239
Hazard light switch ............... 414
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................. 414
Headlights switch ................. 233
Interior light switch................ 303
Replacing light bulbs ............ 401
Trunk light............................... 48
Turn signal lever ................... 195
Vanity lights .......................... 310
Wattage ................................ 500
Welcome lighting function .... 236
Load capacity .......................... 273
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ...................... 351
General maintenance ........... 347
Maintenance data................. 488
Maintenance requirements ... 344
Manual air conditioning system ................................... 282
Manual transmission .............. 192
Meter Auto dimmer cancel function .............................. 201
Indicators.............................. 203
Instrument panel light control......................... 201
Meters .................................. 199
Multi-information
display ........................ 210, 218
Settings ........................ 210, 228
Warning lights....................... 424
Warning messages............... 436
Microphone .............................. 301 Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............69
Outside rear view mirror defogger..............................298
Outside rear view mirrors ........71
Side mirror heater .................298
Side mirrors .............................71
Vanity mirrors ........................310
Multi-information display Drive information ...................221
G-force display ......................224
Language ..............................228
Multi-information display.........................210, 218
Settings .................................228
Trip information .....................211
Warning messages ...............436
Noise from under vehicle ..........16
Odometer ..........................210, 230
Oil Engine oil ..............................357
Opener Engine hood ..........................354
Fuel filler lid .............................78
Trunk lid ..................................46
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............71
Outside temperature display ............................210, 230
Overheating, Engine ................481
Paddle shift levers ...................188
Parking brake ...........................197
Parking lights Switch....................................233
Power outlets ...........................312
Power windows ..........................74
Radiator ....................................362
Rear seats...................................56
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