2022 SUBARU BRZ wiper blades

Wiper and Washer
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Instruments and Controls3
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3-14. Wiper and Washer
NOTEThe windshield wiper motor is
protected against overloads by a
circuit breaker. If the motor operates
continuously under an unusually
heavy load, the circuit breaker may trip
to stop the motor temporarily. If this
happens, park your vehicle in a safe
location, turn off th e wiper switch, and
wait for approximately 10 minutes. The
circuit breaker will reset itself, and the
wipers will again operate normally.
 Clean your blade rubbers and
window glass periodically with a
washer solution to prevent streaking,
WARNING
In freezing weather, do not use the
windshield washer until the wind-
shield is sufficiently warmed by the
defroster.Otherwise the washer fluid can
freeze on the windshield, blocking
your view.
CAUTION
 Do not operate the washer contin-
uously for more than 10 seconds,
or when the washer fluid tank is
empty. This may cause over-
heating of the washer motor.
Check the washer fluid level
frequently, such as at fuel stops.Do not operate the wipers when
the windshield is dry. This may
scratch the glass, damage the
blade rubbers and cause the
wiper motor to bu rn out. Before
operating the wiper on a dry wind-
shield always use the windshield
washer.
 In freezing weather, be sure that
the blade rubbers are not frozen
to the windshield before
switching on the wipers.
Attempting to operate the wiper
with the blade rubbers frozen to
the window glass could cause not
only the blade rubbers to be
damaged but also might cause
the wiper motor to fail. If the blade
rubbers are frozen to the window
glass, be sure to operate the
defroster before turning on the
wiper. If the wipers stop during opera-
tion because of ice or some other
obstruction on the window, this
might cause the wiper motor to
fail even if the wiper switch is
turned off. If this occurs,
promptly stop the vehicle in a
safe location, turn the ignition
switch to the “OFF” position and
clean the window glass to allow
proper wiper operation.
Use clean water if windshield
washer fluid is unavailable. In
areas where water freezes in
winter, use SUBARU Windshield
Washer Fluid or the equivalent.
Refer to "Windshield Washer
Fluid" 
P366.
Also, when driving the vehicle
when there are freezing tempera-
tures, use non-freezing type
wiper blades.
 Do not clean the wiper blades
with gasoline or a solvent, such
as paint thinner or benzine. This
will cause deterioration of the
wiper blades.
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Wiper and Washer
184and to remove accumulations of road
salt or road film. Operate the wind-
shield washer for at least 1 second so
that washer solution will be sprinkled
all over the windshield or rear window.
Grease, wax, insects or other mate-
rial on the windshield or the blade
rubbers results in jerky wiper opera-
tion and streaking on the glass. If you
cannot remove those streaks after
operating the washer or if the wiper
operation is jerky, clean the outer
surface of the windshield or rear
window and the blade rubbers using a
sponge or soft cloth with a neutral
detergent or mild abrasive cleaner.
After cleaning, rinse the window glass
and blade rubbers with clean water.
The glass is clean if no beads form on
the glass when you rinse with water.
 If you cannot eliminate the streaking
even after followin g this procedure,
replace the wiper blades (or blade
rubbers) with new ones. For replace-
ment instructions, refer to "Replace-
ment of Wiper Blades" 
P367.
 If the wipers do not operate in the
following conditions, turn the wiper
switch to the “ ” position.
- The wiper switch is in the “ ”
position, however, it does not work.
- The wiper switch is in the “ ”
position, however, it does not work. In these cases, contact your SUBARU
dealer.
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Windshield Wiper and
Washer Switches
The wiper operates only when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
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Wi
ndshield wipers
To turn the wipers on, push the wiper
co ntrol lever down. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to
the “ ” position.
For a single wipe of the wipers, push the
lever up. The wipers operate until you
release the lever.
▼
Wiper intermittent
time control
When the wiper switch is in the “ ” posi-
tion, turn the dial to adjust the operating
interval of the wiper. The operating
interval can be adjusted in several steps
from the shortest inte rval to the longest.
: Mist (for a single wipe)
: Off
: Intermittent
: Low speed
: High speed
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Winter Driving
294the one used previously, purge the old
fluid from the piping between the wind-
shield washer tank and washer nozzles by
operating the washer for a certain period
of time. Otherwise, if the concentration of
the fluid remaining in the piping is too low
for the outside temperature, it may freeze
and block the nozzles.▼
Before driving your vehicle
Before entering the vehicle, remove any
snow or ice from your shoes because that
could make the pedals slippery and
driving dangerous.
While warming up the vehicle before
driving, check that the accelerator pedal,
brake pedal, and all other controls operate
smoothly.
Clear away ice and snow that has accu-
mulated under the fenders to avoid
making steering difficult. During severe
winter driving, stop when and where it is
safe to do so and check under the fenders
periodically.
▼Parking in cold weather
CAUTION
 Adjust the washer fluid concen-
tration appropriately for the
outside temperature. If the
concentration is inappropriate,
sprayed washer fluid may freeze
on the windshield and obstruct
your view, and the fluid may
freeze in the windshield washer
tank.State or local regulations on vola-
tile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a
common windshield washer anti-
freeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol anti-
freeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging
your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades
or washer system.
WARNING
Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep
snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around your vehicle if you
park the vehicle in snow with the
engine running.
CAUTION
Do not use the parking brake
when parking for long periods in
cold weather since it could freeze
in that position.When the vehicle is parked in
snow or when it snows, raise the
wiper blades off the glass to
prevent damage to them.Under either of the following
conditions, icing may develop on
the brake system, which could
cause poor braking action.
- When the vehicle has been left
parked after use on roads
heavily covered with snow- When the vehicle has been leftparked during a snowstormCheck for snow or ice buildup on
the suspension, disc brakes and
brake hoses underneath the vehi-
cle. If there is caked snow or ice,
remove it, being careful not to
damage the disc brakes and
brake hoses and ABS harness.
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Winter Driving
296warning flasher to alert other drivers.
Refer to "Hazard Warning Flasher"
P127.
We recommend use of non-freezing type
wiper blades (winter blades) during the
seasons you could have snow and
freezing temperatures. Blades of this type
give superior wiping performance in
snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades
that are suitable for your vehicle.NOTEWhen the season requiring non-freez-
ing type wiper blades is over, replace
them with standard wiper blades.■
Corrosion Protection
Refer to "Corrosion Protection" P334.
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Snow Tires
In winter, it may be possible to enhance
performance through use of tires
designed specifically for winter driving
conditions.
If you choose to install winter tires on your
vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire size
and type.
You must install four winter tires that are of
the same size, construction, brand and
load range and you should never mix
radial, belted bias or bias tires since this
may result in dangerous handling charac-
teristics. When you choose a tire, make
sure that there is enough clearance
between the tire and vehicle body.
CAUTION
During high-speed driving, non-
freezing type wiper blades may not
perform as well as standard wiper
blades. If this happens, reduce the
vehicle speed.
WARNING
 When replacing or installing
winter tire(s), all four tires must
be the same for the following
items.
(a) Size(b) Speed symbol(c) Load index(d) Circumference(e) Construction(f) Manufacturer(g) Brand (tread pattern)(h) Degrees of wearFor items (a) to (c), you must
obey the specification that is
printed on the tire inflation pres-
sure label. The ti re inflation pres-
sure label is located on the
driver’s center pillar.If all four tires are not the same in
items (a) to (h), serious mechani-
cal damage could be caused to
the drivetrain of the car, and
affect the followings.
- Ride- Handling- Braking- Speedometer/Odometer cali-
bration- Clearance between the bodyand the tires
It also may be dangerous and
lead to loss of vehicle control,
and it can lead to an accident.
 Do not use a combination of
radial, belted bias or bias tires
since it may cause dangerous
handling characteristics and lead
to an accident.
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Maintenance and Service11
Maintenance and Service
11-1. Maintenance Schedule .....................................339
11-2. Maintenance Precautions.................................339
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine
Compartment ..............................................................340
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment ..............................................................340
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running ............341
11-3. Maintenance Tips ..............................................341
Removing and Reinstalling Clips................................341
11-4. Engine Hood ......................................................343
11-5. Engine Compartment Overview.......................345
11-6. Engine Oil ..........................................................346
Engine Oil Consumption..............................................346
Checking the Oil Level .................................................346
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ....................................347
Recommended Grade and Viscosity ..........................347
Synthetic Oil..................................................................348
11-7. Cooling System .................................................348
Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections ..........................348
Engine Coolant .............................................................349
11-8. Air Cleaner Element ..........................................350
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element .............................350
11-9. Spark Plugs .......................................................352
Recommended Spark Plugs ........................................352
11-10. Drive Belt .........................................................352
11-11. Automatic Transmission Fluid ......................352
Recommended Grade and Viscosity ..........................352
11-12. Differential Gear Oil ........................................353
Recommended Grade and Viscosity ..........................353
11-13. Manual Transmission Oil ...............................353
Recommended Grade and Viscosity ..........................353
11-14. Brake Fluid ......................................................353
Checking the Fluid Level ............................................ 353
Recommended Brake Fluid ........................................ 354
11-15. Clutch Fluid (MT models) ...............................354
Checking the Fluid Level ............................................ 354
Recommended Clutch Fluid ....................................... 355
11-16. Brake Booster .................................................355
11-17. Brake Pedal .....................................................356
11-18. Clutch Pedal (MT models) ..............................356
11-19. Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining..........356
Breaking-in of New Brake Pads and Linings ............ 357
11-20. Parking Brake Stroke ......................................357
11-21. Tires and Wheels ............................................358
Types of Tires .............................................................. 358
Tire Pressure Monito ring System (TPMS)
(If Equipped)............................................................... 358
Tire Inspection ............................................................. 360
Tire Pressures and Wear............................................. 361
Wheel Balance ............................................................. 363
Wear Indicators ............................................................ 363
Rotational Direction of Tires....................................... 364
Tire Rotation................................................................. 364
Tire Replacement ...... ........................................... ........ 365
Wheel Replacement ..................................................... 365
11-22. Alloy Wheels ....................................................366
11-23. Windshield Washer Fluid ...............................366
11-24. Replacement of Wiper Blades........................367
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly ............................ 368
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 369
11-25. Battery ..............................................................370
11-26. Fuses ................................................................371
11-27. Installation of Acce ssories ............................373
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Engine Hood
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Maintenance and Service11
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Type C clips
Type D clips
Insert the clip without the center portion
first and then push the center portion of
the clip into the hole.
11-4. Engine Hood
To open the hood:
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the
windshield, return them
to their original
positions.
2. Pull the hood release knob under the
instrument panel.
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CAUTION
 Be extremely careful not to catch
fingers or other objects when
closing the engine hood.Do not push the hood forcibly to
close it. It could deform the metal.Be extremely careful opening the
engine hood when the wind is
strong. The engine hood could
close suddenly, possibly causing
injuries from slamming.Do not install accessories other
than genuine SUBARU parts to
the engine hood. If the engine
hood becomes too heavy, the
stay may not be able to support
holding it open.Check that the end of the hood
stay is inserted into the slot. If it is
not inserted properly, the hood
may drop and cause injury.
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Replacement of Wiper Blades
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Maintenance and Service11
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If you fill the windshield washer tank with
a fluid with a different concentration from
the one used previously, purge the old
fluid from the piping between the wind-
shield washer tank and washer nozzles by
operating the washer for a certain period
of time. Otherwise, if the concentration of
the fluid remaining in the piping is too low
for the outside temperature, it may freeze
and block the nozzles.
11-24. Replacement of Wiper BladesGrease, wax, insects, or other materials
on the windshield or the wiper blade
results in jerky wiper operation and
streaking on the glass. If you cannot
remove the streaks after operating the
windshield washer or if the wiper opera-
tion is jerky, clean the outer surface of the
windshield (or rear window) and the wiper
blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a
neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaner.
After cleaning, rinse the windshield and
wiper blades with clean water. The wind-
shield is clean if beads do not form when
you rinse the windshield with water.
CAUTION
Never use engine coolant as washer
fluid because it could cause paint
damage.
CAUTION
Adjust the washer fluid concen-
tration appropriately for the
outside temperature. If the
concentration is inappropriate,
sprayed washer fluid may freeze
on the windshield and obstruct
your view, and the fluid may
freeze in the windshield washer
tank.Be careful foreign matter does
not contaminate the washer fluid
when filling the tank. Contamina-
tion could cause malfunctions,
such as clogging the pump.
State or local regulations on vola-
tile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a
common windshield washer anti-
freeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol anti-
freeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging
your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades
or washer system.
CAUTION
Do not clean the wiper blades
with gasoline or a solvent, such
as paint thinner or benzine. This
will cause deterioration of the
wiper blades.When you wish to raise the
passenger-side wiper arm, first
raise the driver-side wiper arm.
Otherwise, the passenger-side
wiper assembly and driver-side
wiper assembly will touch each
other, possibly resulting in
scratches.
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Replacement of Wiper Blades
368If you cannot eliminate the streaking even
after following this method, replace the
wiper blades using the following proce-
dures.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Assembly
NOTE
Do not lower the wi per arm while the
wiper blade assembly is removed.
1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.
First raise the driver’s side wiper arm and
then raise the front passenger’s side wiper
arm.
1) Lock cover2. Hold the wiper blade connection by
hand, open the lock cover to release the
lock.
 Return the passenger-side wiper
arm to its original position before
returning the dr iver-side wiper
arm to its original position. Other-
wise, the passenger-side wiper
assembly and driver-side wiper
assembly will touch each other,
possibly resulting in scratches. When returning the raised wipers
to the original positions, return
the wipers slowly on the wind-
shield by hand. Returning the
wipers from the detached posi-
tions by the spring operation
might change the shape of the
wiper arm or scratch the wind-
shield. While removing the wiper blades
from the wiper arms, do not
return the wiper ar ms to the orig-
inal positions. Otherwise, the
windshield surface may be
scratched.
CAUTION
Hold the wiper arm when replacing
the wiper blade. Holding the wiper
blade, may result in blade deforma-
tion.
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