2023 SUBARU BRZ dashboard

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
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Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags1
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■General Precautions
regarding SRS Airbag
System for Accessories and
Any Objects
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WARNING
Do not put any objects (including
straps or cord) over the steering
wheel pad, column cover, or
dashboard.
- These objects could be entan- gled with the steering wheel,
preventing the SRS frontal
airbag, etc. from operating
properly.- If the SRS frontal airbag
deploys, these objects could
be propelled inside the
vehicle, causing injury.
 Do not put any objects under the
driver’s side of the instrument
panel. If the SRS knee airbag
deploys, those objects could
interfere with its proper operation
and could be propelled inside the
vehicle, causing injury.
WARNING
Do not attach accessories to the
windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir-
ror over the inside rear view mirror.
If the SRS airbag deploys, those
objects could become projectiles
that could seriously injure vehicle
occupants.
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SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
68■Components1) Driver’s SRS frontal airbag
2) Front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
3) SRS side airbag
4) SRS curtain airbag
5) SRS knee airbag
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The SRS airbags are stowed in the
following locations.
Driver’s SRS frontal airbag: in the
center portion of the steering wheel
An “SRS AIRBAG” mark is located on the
pad of the airbag.
Front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag:
near the top of the right side of dashboard
An “SRS AIRBAG” mark is located on the
right corner of the dashboard.
SRS side airbag: in the door side of each
front seat seatback
“SRS AIRBAG” marks are located on the
door side of each front seat cushion.
SRS curtain airbag: in the roof side
(between the front pillar and a point over
the rear seat)
“SRS AIRBAG” marks are located at the
top of each center pillar.
SRS knee airbag: under the steering
column
An “SRS AIRBAG” mark is located at the
door of the airbag.
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SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
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Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags1
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The front impact sensors
 The impact sensors in the airbag
control module
On the driver’s side, the SRS knee airbag
also inflates with the SRS frontal airbag.
The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS
frontal airbags use dual stage inflators.
The two inflators of each airbag are trig-
gered either sequentially or simultane-
ously, depending on the severity of
impact, in the case of the driver’s SRS
frontal airbag and depending on the
severity of impact and the characteristic of
item(s) or person on the seat in the case
of the front passenger’s SRS frontal
airbag.▼ After deployment
After deployment, the SRS airbag immedi-
ately starts to deflate so that the driver’s
vision is not obstructed and the driver’s
ability to maintain control of the vehicle is
not impaired. The time required from
detecting impact to the deflation of the
SRS airbag after deployment is shorter
than the blink of an eye.
Both when only the driver’s SRS frontal
airbag deploys and the driver’s and front
passenger’s SRS frontal airbags deploy,
the driver’s and front passenger’s seatbelt
pretensioners operate at the same time. When the SRS airbag deploys, a sudden,

fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and
some smoke will be released. These
occurrences are a normal result of the
deployment. This smoke does not indicate
a fire in the vehicle.
▼ Example of the type of accident
The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front
passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are
designed as follows.
 To deploy in the event of an accident
involving a moderate to severe frontal
collision
 To function on a one-time-only basis
The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front
passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are not
designed as follows.
 To deploy in most lesser frontal
impacts
*1
 To deploy in most side or rear impacts
or in most rollover accidents
*2
*1: Because the necessary protection can be
achieved by the seatbelt alone.
*2: Because deployment of only the driver’s
SRS frontal airbag or both the driver’s and
front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags would
not protect the occupant in those situations.SRS airbag deployment depends on the
level of force experienced in the
passenger compartment during a colli-
sion. That level differs from one type of
collision to another, and it may have no
bearing on the visible damage done to the
vehicle itself.
CAUTION
Do not touch the SRS airbag system
components around the steering
wheel and dashboard with bare
hands right after deployment. Doing
so can cause burns because the
components can be very hot as a
result of deployment.
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SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
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Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags1
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In the event that the SRS airbag is
deployed, replacement of the system
should be performed only by an autho-
rized SUBARU dealer. When the
components of the SRS airbag system
are replaced, use only genuine
SUBARU parts.
NOTEIn the following cases, contact your
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
 The front part of the vehicle was
involved in an accident in which only
the driver’s SRS fron tal airbag or both
driver’s and front passenger’s SRS
frontal airbags did not deploy.
 The pad of the steering wheel, the
cover over the front passenger’s SRS
frontal airbag, or ei ther roof side (from
the front pillar to a point over the rear
seat) is scratched, cracked, or other-
wise damaged.
 The center pillar, door, rear wheel
house or rear sub frame, or an area
near these parts, was involved in an
accident in which the SRS side airbag
and SRS curtain airbag did not deploy.
 The fabric or leather of either front
seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise
damaged.
 The rear part of the vehicle was
involved in an accident in which no
SRS airbag was deployed.
■ Precautions against Vehicle
Modification
Under the center of the instru-
ment panelOn both the righ t and left sides at
the front of the vehicle Steering wheel and column and
nearby areas Bottom of the steering column
and nearby areas Top of the dashboard on front
passenger’s side and nearby
areas Each front seat and nearby areaInside each center pillarInside each doorIn each roof side (from the front
pillar to a point over the rear seat) Between the rear seat cushion
and rear wheel house on each
side
WARNING
 To avoid accidental activation of
the system or rendering the
system inoperative, which may
result in serious injury, no modifi-
cations should be made to any
components or wiring of the SRS
airbag system. 
This includes following modifica-
tions.
- Installation of custom steering
wheels- Attachment of additional trim
materials to the dashboard- Installation of custom seats- Replacement of seat fabric or
leather- Installation of additional fabric
or leather on the front seat- Attachment of a hands-free
microphone or any other
accessory to a front pillar, a
center pillar, a rear pillar, the
windshield, a side window or
any other cabin surface that
would be near a deploying
SRS curtain airbag.
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Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
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Keys and Doors2
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- When operating near a facility
where strong radio waves are trans-
mitted, such as a broadcast station
and power transmission lines.
- When products that transmit
radio waves are used, such as an
access key fob or a remote trans-
mitter key of another vehicle.
- When carrying the access key
fob of your vehicle together with the
access key fob or the remote trans-
mitter of another vehicle.
- When the access key fob is
placed near wireless communica-
tion equipment such as a cell phone.
- When the access key fob is
placed near a metallic object.
- When metallic accessories are
attached to the access key fob.
- When carrying the access key
fob with an elec tronic appliance
such as a laptop computer.
- When the battery of the access
key fob is discharged.
 The access key fob is always
communicating with the vehicle and is
continuously using the battery.
Although the life of the battery varies
depending on the operating condi-
tions, it is approximately 1 to 2 years. If
the battery becomes fully discharged,
replace it with a new one. 
If an access key fob is lost, it is
recommended that all of the remaining
access key fobs be reregistered. For
reregistration of an access key fob,
contact a SUBARU dealer.
 For a spare access key fob, contact
a SUBARU dealer.
 Up to 7 access key fobs can be
registered for one vehicle.
 Do not leave the access key fob in
the storage spaces inside the vehicle,
such as the door pocket, dashboard or
inside the corner of the trunk. Vibra-
tions may damage the access key fob
or turn on the switch, possibly
resulting in a lockout.
 After the vehicle battery is
discharged or replaced, initialization of
the steering lock system may be
required to start the engine. In this
case, perform the following procedure
to initialize the steering lock. (1) Turn the push -button ignition
switch to the “OFF” position. For
details, refer to "Switching Power
Status" P125.
(2) Open and close the driver’s door.
(3) Wait for approximately 10
seconds.
When the steering is locked, the initial-
ization is completed.
 Do not leave the access key fob in
the following places. - On the instrument panel
- On the floor
- Inside the glove box
- Inside the door trim pocket
- On the rear seat
- On the rear shelf
- Inside the trunk
 If you do, the following situations
may occur. - The access key fob is mistakenly
locked inside the vehicle.
- A false warning issues although
no malfunction actually occurs.
- No warning issues even when a
malfunction occurs.
■ Locking and Unlocking with
“Keyless Access” Entry
FunctionWhen the access key fob is carried within
the operating range, the doors, the fuel
filler lid can be locked/unlocked just by
touching the door handle.NOTEThe vehicle can also be locked/
unlocked with the remote keyless
entry system. For details, refer to
"Remote Keyless Entry System"
 P109.
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Loading Your Vehicle
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NOTEFor better fuel economy, do not carry
unneeded cargo.
■ Vehicle Capacity WeightThe load capacity of your vehicle is deter-
mined by weight, not by available cargo
space. The maximum load you can carry
in your vehicle is shown on the tire infla-
tion pressure label attached to the driver’s
side center pillar. It includes the total
 Stow cargo and luggage in the
trunk whenever possible. To prevent cargo and luggage
from sliding forward during
braking, do not stack anything in
the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo
and luggage low, as close to the
floor as possible. When you carry something inside
the vehicle, secure it whenever
you can to prevent it from being
thrown around inside the vehicle
during sudden stops, sharp turns
or in an accident. Secure long items properly to
prevent them from shooting
forward and causing serious
injury during a sudden stop. Never exceed the maximum load
limit. If you do, some parts on
your vehicle can break, or it can
change the way your vehicle
handles. This could result in loss
of control and cause personal
injury. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.
 Do not place cargo or luggage in
or on the following locations as
the item may get under the clutch,
brake, or accelerator pedal and
prevent the pedals from being
depressed properly, block the
driver’s vision, or hit the driver or
passengers, causing an accident:
- At the feet of the driver- On the front passenger or rear
seats (when stacking items)- On the rear shelf- On the instrument panel- On the dashboard
CAUTION
Do not carry spray cans, containers
with flammable or corrosive liquids
or any other dangerous items inside
the vehicle.
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