2023 SUBARU BRZ lights

Starting and Stopping Engine
230On rare occasions, it may be difficult
to start the engine depending on the
fuel and the usage condition (repeated
driving of a distance in which the
engine has not warmed up suffi-
ciently). In such a case, it is recom-
mended that you change to a different
brand of fuel.
 On rare occasions, transient
knocking may be heard from the
engine when the accelerator is oper-
ated rapidly such as a rapid start-up
and a rapid acceleration. This is not a
malfunction.
 The engine starts more easily when
the headlights, air conditioner and rear
window defogger are turned off.■ Starting Engine
NOTEWhen pressing the push-button
ignition switch while depressing the
clutch pedal (MT models) or the brake
pedal (AT models): - The engine starter operates for a
maximum of 10 seconds and after
starting the engine, the starter stops
automatically.
- The engine can be started
regardless of the power status.
 If the engine does not start, check
the security indicator light. Then press
the push-button ignition switch
without depressing the clutch pedal
(MT models) or the brake pedal (AT
models) to switch the power to “OFF”. - If the light had illuminated, try to
start the engine again.
- If the light had been off, press the
push-button ignition switch while
depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brake pedal (AT
models) more forcefully.
 The engine start procedures may
not function depending on the radio
wave conditions around the vehicle. In
such a case, refer to "Starting Engine"
 P326.
 If the vehicle battery is discharged,
the steering cannot be unlocked.
Charge the battery.
WARNING
 There are some general precau-
tions when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in "General Precau-
tions When Starting Engine"
 P229. If the steering lock cannot be
released after the engine has
started, never drive the vehicle.
The steering is still locked, and it
may result in an accident.
CAUTION
 If a system malfunction warning
message is displayed on the
combination meter, there may be
a malfunction with the vehicle.
Contact a SUBARU dealer imme-
diately. If a steering lock warning
message is displayed on the
combination me ter after the
engine has started, it means that
the steering is still locked. While
moving the steering wheel right
and left, depress the brake pedal,
and press the push-button igni-
tion switch. Do not continue pressing the
push-button ignition switch for
more than 10 seconds. Doing so
could cause a malfunction. If the
engine does not start, stop
pressing the push -button ignition
switch. Instead, press the push-
button ignition switch without
depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brake pedal (AT
models) to switch the power
status to “OFF”. Wait 10 seconds,
and then press the push-button
ignition switch to start the
engine.
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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
2467-12. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) SystemThe EBD system maximizes the effective-
ness of the brakes by allowing the rear
brakes to supply a greater proportion of
the braking force. It functions by adjusting
the distribution of braking force to the rear
wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s
loading condition and speed.
The EBD system is an in tegral part of the
ABS and uses some of the ABS compo-
nents to perform its function of optimizing
the distribution of braking force. If any of
the ABS components used by the EBD
function fails, the EBD system also stops
working.
When the EBD system is operating, you
may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight
vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
■ EBD System MalfunctionsIf a malfunction occurs in the EBD system,
the system stops working and the
following warning lights illuminate simulta-
neously.
 Brake system warning light
 ABS warning light
 Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
warning light
If all the warning lights remain on even
though the parking brake is released, the
brake fluid level may be low or there could
be a problem with the EBD system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place immediately
and contact an SUBARU dealer.
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WARNING
 Driving with the brake system
warning light on is dangerous.
This indicates your brake system
may not be working properly. If
the light remains on, have the
brakes inspected by a SUBARU
dealer immediately. If at all in doubt about whether the
brakes are operating properly, do
not drive the vehicle. Have your
vehicle towed to the nearest
SUBARU dealer for repair.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (If Equipped)
251
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Starting and Operating7
■Selecting TRAC Mode and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ModeModes can be selected to suit your driving conditions as follows:NOTEWhen the ignition switch is turned “OFF” position af ter driving in TRACK mode,
the mode is automa tically deactivated.Driving con-
ditions TRAC modes Vehicle Sta-
bility Control
(VSC) modes Brake LSD
function Indicator lights
Normal roads Normal mode Normal mode Normal mode ―
Rough roads Off Normal mode Normal mode
Sport driving TRACK mode TRACK mode TRACK mode

Off OffTRACK mode
(AT models)

Off (MT mod-
els)
7-15. Tire Pressure Moni -
toring System (TPMS) (If Equipped)Low tire pressure warning lightThe tire pressure monitoring system
provides the driver with a warning
message by sending a signal from a
sensor that is installed in each wheel
when tire pressure is severely low.
The tire pressure monitoring system will
activate only when the vehicle is driven at
speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). Also,
this system may not react immediately to
a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example, a blow-out caused by running
over a sharp object).
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BSD/RCTA (If Equipped)
272It is mounted on each side of the outside
mirrors.
The indicator light will illuminate
when a
vehicle approaching from behind is
detected.
The indicator light will flash
to warn the
driver of dangers under the following
conditions.
 While the indicator light is illuminating,
if the turn signal lever is operated toward
the side in which this light turned on
 When reversing the vehicle while the
system detects a vehicle approaching
from either side
▽ BSD/RCTA approach indicator
light dimming function
When the headlights are turned on, the
brightness of the BSD/RCTA approach
indicator light will be reduced.
NOTE You may have difficulty seeing the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
under the following conditions. - When sunlight shines directly on
it
- When the headlight beams from
a vehicle traveling behind shines
directly on it
 While the illumination brightness
control dial is in the fully upward posi- tion, even if the headlights are turned

on, the brightness of the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light will not be
reduced. For details about the illumina-
tion brightness control dial, refer to
"Illumination Brightness Control"
 P130.
▼ BSD/RCTA approach warning
buzzer (only when reversing)
A warning buzzer sounds along with
flashing of the BSD/RCTA approach indi-
cator light to warn the driver of dangers.
The setting of the warning buzzer volume
can be changed by operating the center
information display. For details, refer to
"Car settings"  P165.
▼ Safety tips regarding the BSD/
RCTA approach indicator light/
warning buzzer
 In the following cases, operation of the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and
the warning buzzer may be delayed or the
system may fail to issue these warnings.
- When a vehicle moves to the neigh-
boring lane from a lane next to the
neighboring lane
- When driving on a steep incline or
on repeated sharp uphill and downhill
grades
- When going beyond a pass - When both your vehicle and a

vehicle driving on a neighboring lane
are driving on the far side of each lane.
- When several narrowly-spaced
vehicles are approaching in a row
- In low radius bends (tight bends or
when making turns at an intersection)
- When there is a difference in height
between your lane and the neighboring
lane
- Immediately after the BSD/RCTA is
activated by touching “BSD/RCTA”
- Immediately after the shift lever/
select lever is shifted to the “R” position
- When extremely heavy cargo is
loaded in the trunk
 During reversing, operation of the BSD/
RCTA approach indicator light and the
warning buzzer may be delayed or the
system may fail to issue these warnings
under the following conditions.
- When backing out of an angled
parking space
- When a large-sized vehicle is
parked next to your vehicle (That
vehicle prevents the propagation of
radar waves.)
- When reversing on sloped roads
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Jump Starting
317
In Case of Emergency9
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■How to Jump Start1. Make sure the booster battery is 12
volts and the negative terminal is
grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch.
3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and
accessories.
4. Connect the jumper cables exactly in
the sequence illustrated.
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Towing
324holes, return the plugs to their original
places.■Using a Flat-Bed Truck
This is the best way to transport your
vehicle. Use the following procedures to
ensure safe transportation.
1. Shift the select lever into the “P” posi-
tion for AT models. Sh ift the shift lever into
the 1st position for MT models.
2. Apply the parking brake firmly.
3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier
properly with safety chains. Each safety
chain should be equally tightened and
care must be taken not to pull the chains
so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.
■ Towing with All Wheels on
the Ground
WARNING
Use the rear tie-down holes only for
downward anchoring. If they are
used to anchor the vehicle in any
other direction, cables may slip out
of the holes, possibly causing a
dangerous situation.
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CAUTION
Transport by flat -bed truck may
cause the headlights to become
misaligned. In such a case, have the
headlight alignment checked by a
SUBARU dealer after transporting
the vehicle by flat-bed truck.
WARNING
 Never turn the ignition switch to
the “OFF” position while the
vehicle is being towed because
the steering wheel and the direc-
tion of the wheels will be locked. Remember that the brake booster
and power steering do not func-
tion when the engine is not
running. Because the engine is
turned off, it w ill take greater
effort to operate the brake pedal
and steering wheel.
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Maintenance and Service11-28. Replacing Bulbs ..............................................373
Headlights ..................................................................... 373
Backup Light ................................................................ 373
Trunk Light ................................................................... 374Other Bulbs ................................................................... 374
Adjusting Headlight Aim.............................................. 374
11-29. Replacing Battery........................................... 375
Replacing Battery of Access Key Fob........................ 376
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Fuses
3721) Fuse pullerThe other one (main fuse box) is housed
in the engine compartment. Also, the fuse
puller are stored in the fuse box.
Pinch the upper part of the fuse puller
when removing it from the main fuse box.
1) Good
2) BlownIf any lights, accessories or other elec-
trical controls do not operate, inspect the
corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown,
replace it.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position and turn off all electrical accesso-
ries.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Determine which fuse may be blown.
Look at the back side of each fuse box
cover. 4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown,

replace it with a spare fuse of the same
rating.
6. If the same fuse blows again, this indi-
cates that its system has a problem.
Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs.
1B02118
B01008
12
B00975
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