2023 SUBARU BRZ sport mode

Warning and Indicator Lights
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Illustrated Index
Sport mode indicator
light (if equipped)148
TRACK mode indica-
tor light 250
Icy road surface warn-
ing indicator 151
RAB warning indicator
(if equipped) 151
RAB OFF indicator (if
equipped) 151
Master warning light 151
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Warning and Indicator Lights
148■Security Indicator
LightThis indicator light shows the status of the
alarm system. It also indicates operation
of the immobilizer system.
In the event that an unauthorized key is
used (for example, the key is unregistered
or the ID code does not match), the power
is not switched to “ON” and the security
indicator light continues blinking.
If the indicator light does not blink in the
above conditions, it may indicate that
immobilizer system may be malfunc-
tioning. Contact your nearest SUBARU
dealer immediately.
▼ Alarm system
It blinks to show the driver the operational
status of the alarm system. For detailed
information, refer to "Alarm System"
 P114.
▼ Immobilizer system
The security indicator light starts blinking
in the following conditions.
 Immediately after the push-button igni-
tion switch is turned to the “OFF” position.
 Immediately after the driver’s door is
opened or closed when all of the following
conditions are met. - The push-button ignition switch is in

the “ON” or “ACC” position.
- The engine is not running.
In the event that an unauthorized key is
used (for example, the key is unregistered
or the ID code does not match), the power
is not switched to “ON” and the security
indicator light continues blinking.
If the indicator light does not blink in the
above conditions, it may indicate that
immobilizer system may be malfunc-
tioning. Contact your nearest SUBARU
dealer immediately.
In the event that an unauthorized key (for
example, an unauthorized duplicate) is
used, the security indicator light illumi-
nates. For details about the immobilizer
system, refer to "Immobilizer" P108.
NOTE The security indicator light remains
off in the followi ng conditions. It
means that the matching of the ID code
is completed and the immobilizer
system is deactivated, and it does not
indicate a malfunction. - While the engine is running
- The push-button ignition switch
has been turned to the “ON” or
“ACC” position and the driver’s
door has not been opened or closed
 Even if a malfunction occurs, such
as the security indicator light flashes irregularly, it will not affect the func-
tionality of the immobilizer system.
■
Drive Mode Indicator Light (If
Equipped)Drive mode indicator light
1) Sport mode
2) Snow modeThis light indicates the current drive mode.
For details of drive mode, refer to "Driving
Mode Select Switch (If Equipped)"
 P241.
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Starting and Operating7
Starting and Operating
7-1. Fuel.......................................................................223
Fuel Requirements .......................................................223
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap .................................................224
7-2. State Emission Testing (U.S. Only) ...................227
7-3. Preparing to Drive ...............................................228
7-4. Starting and Stopping Engine ...........................229
Safety Precautions ............................................ ...........229
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System .......229
General Precautions When St arting Engine ..............229
Starting Engine .............................................................230
Stopping Engine ...........................................................232
When Access Key Fob Does Not Operate 
Properly.......................................................................232
Steering Lock ................................................................232
7-5. Manual Transmission .........................................233
Shifting Speeds ............................................................234
Driving Tips ...................................................................235
7-6. Automatic Transmission ....................................235
Select Lever ..... .......................................... ...................236
Adaptive Control...........................................................237
Shift Lock Function ......................................................238
Selection of Manual Mode ...........................................239
Driving Tips ...................................................................240
7-7. Driving Mode Select Switch (If Equipped) ........241
Normal Mode .................................................................241
Sport Mode ....................................................................241
Snow Mode....................................................................241
Driving Mode Select Switch.........................................241
7-8. Active Sound Control .........................................242
7-9. Power Steering ....................................................242
7-10. Braking...............................................................243
Braking Tips ..................................................................243 Brake System ............................................................... 244
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators ................. 245
7-11. ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ........................245
ABS Self-Check............................................................ 245
ABS Warning Light ...................................................... 245
7-12. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
System ...............................................................246
EBD System Malfunctions .......................................... 246
7-13. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/TRAC 
System ...............................................................247
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) System ..................... 247
TRAC System ............................................................... 247
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) System Monitor....... 248
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF Switch .............. 248
7-14. TRACK Mode .....................................................250
TRACK Mode ................................................................ 250
Selecting TRAC Mode and Ve hicle Stability Control
(VSC) Mode ............................................................... 251
7-15. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 
(If Equipped) ......................................................251
Certification for the Transmitter ................................. 253
Certification for the Receiver...................................... 253
TPMS Screen ................................................................ 254
Initializing the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..... 254
How to Initialize the Tire Pressure Monitoring 
System (If Equipped) ................................................. 254
If You Press the Tire Pressure Monitoring Reset 
Switch Accidentally................................................... 254
Initialization Procedure ............................................... 254
When Initialization of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System has Failed ..................................................... 255
Registering ID Codes .................................................. 255
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Driving Mode Select Switch (If Equipped)
241
Starting and Operating7
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7-7. Driving Mode Select Switch (If Equipped)By pressing the driving mode select
switch the following modes can be
selected to suit driving and usage condi-
tions:■ Normal ModeProvides an optimal balance of fuel
economy, quietness, and dynamic perfor-
mance. Suitable for normal driving.■Sport ModeThe Sport mode indicator light comes on.
Use Sport mode for sporty driving or when
driving in mountainous regions with lots of
curves. If the mode is changed to Sport mode

while driving with the select lever in the “D”
position, the selected gear, from “D1” to
“D6”, will be displayed on the meter.
NOTE In Sport mode, lower gears are used
and gears change at a higher engine
speed.
 Sport mode cannot be changed to
when driving with adaptive cruise
control/cruise control activated.
 While the engine is cool, you cannot
change to Sport mode.
 If tire slip is detected on a slippery
road surface while in Sport mode,
Sport mode may be cancelled.■ Snow ModeThe Snow mode indicator light comes on. Use Snow mode for accelerating and

driving on slippery road surfaces such as
snow.
NOTETo prevent slipping, 1st gear cannot be
selected when in Snow mode.■ Driving Mode Select SwitchTo select the Sport mode, press the
SPORT switch.
 To select the Snow mode, press the
SNOW switch.
To cancel Sport mode or Snow mode,
press the same side of the switch again.
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Active Sound Control
242NOTEIn the following situations, the driving
mode will automatically change to nor-
mal mode:
 When the engine is turned off after
driving in Sport mode or Snow mode.
 When adaptive cruise control/cruise
control is activated while driving in
Sport mode.
 If a malfunction occurs in the engine
or automatic transmission electrical
control system while Sport mode or
Snow mode is selected.
 When in Sport mode and the idling
speed is high during warm-up or when
the road surface is slippery and stop-
ping/starting off is automatically
performed in second gear.
7-8. Active Sound ControlThe active sound control provides
dynamic engine sounds. When driving
with Sport mode selected, the engine
sounds will be particularly loud.NOTEThe operational/non-operational set-
ting of the Active Sound Control can
be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con-
tact your SUBARU dealer for details.
When the driving mode is changed,
the sound of the active sound control
will be stopped for approximately 1
second, this is not a malfunction.
7-9. Power SteeringPower steering warning lightThe vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering system. When the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, the
power steering warning light on the combi-
nation meter illuminates to inform the
driver that the warn ing system is func-
tioning properly. Then, if the engine
started, the warni ng light turns off to
inform the driver that the steering power
assist is operational.
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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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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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