Subaru BRZ (2022 year). Manual in english — page 12
Driving Mode Select Switch (If Equipped)
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gravel covered road), you can start off
7-7. Driving Mode Select
If the mode is changed to Sport mode
from a standstill safely and easily by first
while driving with the select lever in the “D”
Switch (If Equipped)
selecting Snow mode.
position, the selected gear, from “D1” to
Always apply the foot or parking brake
By pressing the driving mode select
“D6”, will be displayed on the meter.
when the vehicle is stopped in the “D” or
switch the following modes can be
“R” position.
selected to suit driving and usage condi-
NOTE
Make sure to apply the parking brake
tions:
In Sport mode, lower gears are used
and gears change at a higher engine
when parking your vehicle. Do not hold
speed.
the vehicle with only the transmission.
■ Normal Mode
Sport mode cannot be changed to
Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary
Provides an optimal balance of fuel
when driving with adaptive cruise
position on an uphill grade by using the
economy, quietness, and dynamic perfor-
control/cruise control activated.
“D” position. Use the brake instead.
mance. Suitable for normal driving.
While the engine is cool, you cannot
The engine may, on rare occasions,
change to Sport mode.
knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler-
■ Sport Mode
If tire slip is detected on a slippery
ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.
road surface while in Sport mode,
This phenomenon does not indicate a
Sport mode may be cancelled.
malfunction.
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■ Snow Mode
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The Sport mode indicator light comes on.
Use Sport mode for sporty driving or when
driving in mountainous regions with lots of
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curves.
The Snow mode indicator light comes on.
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Active Sound Control
Use Snow mode for accelerating and
When the engine is turned off after
7-8. Active Sound Control
driving on slippery road surfaces such as
driving in Sport mode or Snow mode.
snow.
When adaptive cruise control/cruise
The active sound control provides
control is activated while driving in
dynamic engine sounds. When driving
NOTE
Sport mode.
with Sport mode selected, the engine
To prevent slipping, 1st gear cannot be
If a malfunction occurs in the engine
sounds will be particularly loud.
selected when in Snow mode.
or automatic transmission electrical
control system while Sport mode or
NOTE
■ Driving Mode Select Switch
Snow mode is selected
The operational/non-operational set-
When the idling speed is high during
ting of the Active Sound Control can
warm-up or when the road surface is
be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con-
slippery and stopping/starting off is
tact your SUBARU dealer for details.
automatically performed in second
gear
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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.
NOTE
In the following situations, the driving
mode is automatically deactivated:
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Power Steering
7-9. Power Steering
the power steering control system has
CAUTION
an opportunity to cool down. However,
if the power steering is operated in a
While the power steering warning
non-standard way which causes
light is illuminated, there may be
power assist limitation to occur too
more resistance when the steering
frequently, this may result in a mal-
wheel is operated. Drive carefully to
function of the power steering control
the nearest SUBARU dealer and
system.
have the vehicle inspected immedi-
ately.
NOTE
If the steering wheel is operated in the
following ways, the power steering
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control system may temporarily limit
Power steering warning light
the power assist in order to prevent
the system components, such as the
The vehicle is equipped with an electric
control computer and drive motor,
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power steering system. When the ignition
from overheating.
switch is turned to the “ON” position, the
power steering warning light on the combi-
The steering wheel is operated
nation meter illuminates to inform the
frequently and turned sharply while the
driver that the warning system is func-
vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low
tioning properly. Then, if the engine
speeds, such as while frequently
started, the warning light turns off to
turning the steering wheel during
inform the driver that the steering power
parallel parking.
assist is operational.
The steering wheel remains in the
fully turned position for a long period
of time.
At this time, there will be more resis-
tance when steering. However this is
not a malfunction. Normal steering
force will be restored after the steering
wheel is not operated for a while and
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Braking
7-10. Braking
▼ Braking when a tire is punctured
harder than normal and the braking
distance will increase.
Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly
■ Braking Tips
when a tire is punctured. This could cause
▼ Supplemental booster function
a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep
when vacuum pressure fails
WARNING
driving straight ahead while gradually
reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the
While the ignition switch is turned “ON”
Never rest your foot on the brake
road to a safe place.
and the engine is running, the supple-
pedal while driving. This can cause
mental booster function operates when
dangerous overheating of the
the brake booster performance is
■ Brake System
brakes and needless wear on the
decreased due to insufficient vacuum
brake pads.
▼ Two separate circuits
boost.
Your vehicle has a dual circuit brake
When the brake pedal is depressed while
▼ When the brakes get wet
system. Each circuit works diagonally
the supplemental booster function is oper-
across the vehicle. If one circuit of the
ating, an operation sound and brake pedal
When driving in rain or after washing the
brake system should fail, the other half of
vibration may be generated. This is not a
vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a
the system still works. If one circuit fails,
malfunction.
result, brake stopping distance will be
the brake pedal will go down much closer
longer. To dry the brakes, drive the
to the floor than usual and you will need to
▼ Brake assist system
vehicle at a safe speed while lightly
press it down much harder. And a much
depressing the brake pedal to heat up the
longer distance will be needed to stop the
WARNING
brakes.
vehicle.
Do not be overconfident about the
▼ Use of engine braking
▼ Brake booster
brake assist. It is not a system that
Remember to make use of engine braking
brings more braking ability to the
The brake booster uses vacuum pump
in addition to foot braking. When
vehicle beyond its braking capabil-
system to assist braking force. Do not turn
descending a grade, if only the foot brake
ity. Always use the utmost care
off the engine while driving because that
is used, the brakes may start working
when driving regarding vehicle
will turn off the brake booster, resulting in
improperly because of brake fluid over-
speed and safe distance.
poor braking power.
heating, caused by overheated brake
The brakes will continue to work even
pads. To help prevent this, shift into a
when the brake booster completely stops
lower gear to get stronger engine braking.
functioning. If this happens, however, you
will have to depress the pedal much
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
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■ Disc Brake Pad Wear
7-11. ABS (Anti-Lock Brake
CAUTION
Warning Indicators
System)
When you need to brake suddenly,
continue depressing the brake
WARNING
pedal strongly to bring the effect of
the brake assist.
Always use the utmost care in driv-
ing - overconfidence because you
Brake assist is a driver assistance system.
are driving with an ABS equipped
It assists the brake power when the driver
vehicle could easily lead to a seri-
cannot depress the brake pedal strongly
ous accident.
and the brake power is insufficient.
Brake assist generates the brake power
according to the speed at which the driver
CAUTION
depresses the brake pedal.
The ABS does not always
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decrease stopping distance. You
NOTE
The disc brake pad wear warning indica-
should always maintain a safe
When you depress the brake pedal
tors on the disc brakes give a warning
following distance from other
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strongly or suddenly, the following
noise when the brake pads are worn.
vehicles.
phenomena occur. However, even
If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard
When driving on badly surfaced
though these occur, they do not indi-
from the disc brakes while braking, imme-
roads, gravel roads, icy road, or
cate any malfunctions, and the brake
diately have your vehicle inspected by the
over newly fallen snow, stopping
assist system is operating properly.
nearest SUBARU dealer.
distances may be longer for a
You might feel that the brake pedal
vehicle with the ABS than one
is applied by lighter force and gener-
without. When driving under
ates a greater braking force.
these conditions, therefore,
You might hear the sound of ABS
reduce your speed and leave
operating from the engine compart-
ample distance from other vehi-
ment.
cles.
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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
When you feel the ABS operating,
7-12. Electronic Brake Force
■ EBD System Malfunctions
you should maintain constant
Distribution (EBD) System
brake pedal pressure. Do not
pump the brake pedal since doing
The EBD system maximizes the effective-
so may defeat the operation of the
ness of the brakes by allowing the rear
ABS.
brakes to supply a greater proportion of
the braking force. It functions by adjusting
the distribution of braking force to the rear
The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels
wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s
which may occur during sudden braking or
loading condition and speed.
braking on slippery road surfaces. This
The EBD system is an integral part of the
helps prevent the loss of steering control
ABS and uses some of the ABS compo-
and directional stability caused by wheel
nents to perform its function of optimizing
lock-up.
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the distribution of braking force. If any of
When the ABS is operating, you may hear
the ABS components used by the EBD
If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system,
a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration
function fails, the EBD system also stops
the system stops working and the brake
in the brake pedal. This is normal when
working.
system warning light and ABS warning
the ABS operates.
When the EBD system is operating, you
light illuminate simultaneously.
may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight
Brake system warning light
■ ABS Self-Check
vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal
ABS warning light
You may feel a slight shock in the brake
and does not indicate a malfunction.
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC)
pedal and hear the operating noise of the
ABS from the engine compartment just
warning light
after the vehicle is started. This is caused
If the both warning light remains on even
by an automatic functional test of the ABS
though the parking brake is released, the
being carried out and does not indicate
brake fluid level may be low or there could
any abnormal condition.
be a problem with the EBD system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place immediately
■ ABS Warning Light
and contact an SUBARU dealer.
Refer to "ABS Warning Light" ) P140.
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/TRAC System
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7-13. Vehicle Stability
-
When the vehicle is fitted with
WARNING
snow tires or winter tires
Control (VSC)/TRAC System
Driving with the brake system
Activation of the Vehicle Stability
warning light on is dangerous.
Control (VSC) system will cause opera-
■ Vehicle Stability Control
This indicates your brake system
tion of the steering wheel to feel
may not be working properly. If
(VSC) System
slightly different compared to that for
the light remains on, have the
In the event of wheelspin and/or skidding
normal conditions.
brakes inspected by a SUBARU
on a slippery road surface and/or during
It is always important to reduce
dealer immediately.
cornering and/or an evasive maneuver,
speed when approaching a corner,
the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system
even if the vehicle is equipped with
If at all in doubt about whether the
brakes are operating properly, do
adjusts the engine’s output and the
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system.
not drive the vehicle. Have your
wheels’ respective braking forces to help
Always turn off the engine before
maintain traction and directional control.
replacing a tire as failure to do so may
vehicle towed to the nearest
The skid suppression function is designed
render the Vehicle Stability Control
SUBARU dealer for repair.
to help maintain directional stability by
(VSC) system unable to operate
suppressing the wheels’ tendency to slide
correctly.
sideways during steering operations. Acti-
vation of this function is indicated by
■ TRAC System
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flashing of the Vehicle Stability Control
The TRAC system is designed to prevent
(VSC) operation indicator light.
spinning of the driving wheels on slippery
road surfaces, thereby helping to maintain
NOTE
traction and directional control. Activation
In the following circumstances, the
of this function is indicated by flashing of
vehicle may be less stable than it feels
the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) opera-
to the driver. The Vehicle Stability
tion indicator light. The TRAC system is
Control (VSC) system may therefore
also equipped with the brake LSD func-
operate. Such operation does not indi-
tion.
cate a system malfunction.
-
On gravel-covered or rutted
roads
-
On unfinished roads
-
When the vehicle is towing a
trailer
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Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/TRAC System
Activation of the Vehicle Stability
-
All four wheels should be
WARNING
Control (VSC) system and TRAC
fitted with tires of the same
Directional control and power
system is an indication that the
size, type, and brand. Further-
may not be achievable while
road being travelled on has a slip-
more, the amount of wear
driving on slippery road surfaces,
pery surface; since having
should be the same for all four
even if the TRAC system is oper-
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC)
tires.
ating. Do not drive the vehicle in
and TRAC is no guarantee that
-
Keep the tire pressure at the
conditions where stability and
full vehicle control will be main-
proper level as shown on the
power may be lost.
tained at all times and under all
label attached to the driver’s
Always use the utmost care in
conditions, its activation should
side center pillar.
driving
-
overconfidence
be seen as a sign that the speed
-
When replacing a flat tire, use
because you are driving with a
of the vehicle should be reduced
only the specified temporary
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC)
considerably.
spare tire. However, even with
system and TRAC system
Whenever suspension compo-
the specified temporary spare
equipped vehicle could easily
nents, steering components, or
tire, the effectiveness of the
lead to a serious accident.
an axle are removed from a
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
vehicle equipped with the Vehicle
system and TRAC system will
Stability Control
(VSC) system
be reduced.
CAUTION
and TRAC system, have an
If non-matching tires are used,
Even if your vehicle is equipped
inspection of that system
the Vehicle Stability Control
with Vehicle Stability Control
performed by an authorized
(VSC) system and TRAC system
(VSC) system and TRAC system,
SUBARU dealer.
may not operate correctly.
winter tires should be used when
The following precautions should
driving on snow-covered or icy
be observed in order to ensure
roads; in addition, vehicle speed
that the Vehicle Stability Control
NOTE
should be reduced considerably.
(VSC) system and TRAC system
The Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC)
Simply having a Vehicle Stability
is operating properly.
system and TRAC system may be con-
Control (VSC) system and TRAC
sidered normal when the following
system does not guarantee that
conditions occur.
the vehicle will be able to avoid
Slight twitching of the brake pedal is
accidents in any situation.
felt.
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249
The vehicle or steering wheel
shakes to a small degree.
An operating noise from the engine
compartment is heard briefly when
starting the engine and when driving
off after starting the engine.
The brake pedal seems to jolt when
driving off after starting the engine.
■ Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) System Monitor
Refer to "Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
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Warning Light/Vehicle Stability Control
Press the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
(VSC) Operation Indicator Light" ) P142
▼ Turning Off both Vehicle Stability
OFF switch to deactivate the TRAC
and "Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF
Control (VSC) and TRAC Systems
system. Creating adequate driving wheel
Indicator Light" ) P143.
slip by deactivating the TRAC system may
To turn the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
help to recover from the loss of traction.
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systems and TRAC system off, press and
■ Vehicle Stability Control
Use the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
(VSC) OFF Switch
OFF switch as necessary.
hold “
” for more than 3 seconds
▼ Disabling the TRAC System
A standing start on a steeply sloping
while the vehicle is stopped. The TRAC
road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or
OFF indicator light and the Vehicle
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or
otherwise slippery surface
Stability Control (VSC) OFF indicator light
snow, the TRAC system may reduce
will come on. However, on vehicles with
power from the engine to the wheels.
Extrication of the vehicle when its
an automatic transmission, the brake LSD
wheels are stuck in mud or deep snow
function will remain on. Press the button
Pressing “
” to turn the system off
again to turn the systems back on. With
may make it easier for you to rock the
the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system
vehicle in order to free it. In this case, the
and TRAC system deactivated, traction
brake LSD function remains on. To turn
and stability enhancement offered by
the TRAC system off, quickly press and
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) system
release the button. The TRAC OFF indi-
and TRAC system is unavailable. There-
cator light will come on. Press the button
fore you should not deactivate the Vehicle
again to turn the system back on.
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TRACK Mode
Stability Control (VSC) system and TRAC
Even when the TRAC system is
7-14. TRACK Mode
system except under above-mentioned
deactivated, components of the brake
situations.
control system may still activate. When
■ TRACK Mode
the brake control system is activated,
Your vehicle is equipped with two types of
NOTE
the Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC)
control modes to accommodate various
When the switch has been pressed
operation indicator light flashes.
driving preferences. The control modes
to deactivate the Vehicle Stability
can be selected with the TRACK switch.
Control
(VSC) system and TRAC
Normal mode allows secure and smooth
system, the Vehicle Stability Control
normal driving. When the switch is
(VSC) system and TRAC system auto-
pressed and held for 1 second or more,
matically reactivates itself the next
TRACK mode is activated. Control char-
time the ignition switch is turned to the
acteristics such as the Vehicle Stability
“OFF” position and the engine is
Control (VSC) and TRAC are adjusted to
restarted.
afford maneuverability closer to what a
If the switch is held down for 30
driver may desire, while a sense of secu-
seconds or longer, the indicator light
rity is retained.
turns off, the Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) system is activated, and the
▼ TRACK mode/Normal mode
system ignores any further pressing of
the switch. To make the switch usable
again, turn the ignition switch to the
“OFF” position and restart the engine.
When the switch is pressed to deac-
tivate the Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) system and TRAC system, the
vehicle’s running performance is
comparable with that of a vehicle that
does not have a Vehicle Stability
Control
(VSC) system and TRAC
system. Do not deactivate the Vehicle
Stability Control
(VSC) system and
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TRAC system except when absolutely
necessary.
TRACK Mode
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The TRACK indicator and Vehicle Stability
■ Selecting TRAC Mode and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Mode
Control
(VSC) OFF indicator come on
Modes can be selected to suit your driving conditions as follows:
when in TRACK mode.
To change back to normal mode while in
Vehicle Sta-
TRACK mode, press Vehicle Stability
Driving con-
Brake LSD
TRAC modes
bility Control
Indicator lights
Control (VSC) OFF switch or the TRACK
ditions
function
(VSC) modes
switch.
Normal roads
Normal mode
Normal mode
Normal mode
ʊ
Rough roads
Off
Normal mode
Normal mode
TRACK mode
TRACK mode
TRACK mode
TRACK mode
Sport driving
(AT models)
Off
Off
Off (MT mod-
els)
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NOTE
When the ignition switch is turned “OFF” position after driving in TRACK mode,
the mode is automatically deactivated.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (If Equipped)
7-15. Tire Pressure Moni-
Even when the vehicle is driven a
WARNING
very short distance, the tires get
toring System (TPMS) (If
If the low tire pressure warning
warm and their pressures
Equipped)
light illuminates while driving,
increase accordingly. Be sure to
never brake suddenly. Instead,
let the tires cool thoroughly
perform the following procedure.
before adjusting their pressures
Otherwise an accident involving
to the standard values shown on
serious vehicle damage and
the tire inflation pressure label.
serious personal injury could
Refer to "Tires and Wheels"
occur.
) P358. The tire pressure moni-
(1) Keep driving straight ahead
toring system does not function
while gradually reducing
when the vehicle is stationary.
speed.
After adjusting the tire pressures,
increase the vehicle speed to at
(2) Slowly pull off the road to a
least 25 mph (40 km/h) to start the
safe place.
TPMS rechecking of the tire infla-
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tion pressures. If the tire pres-
(3) Check the pressure for all
sures are now above the severe
Low tire pressure warning light
four tires and adjust the pres-
low pressure threshold, the low
The tire pressure monitoring
system
sure to the COLD tire pres-
tire pressure warning light should
provides the driver with a warning
sure shown on the tire
turn off a few minutes later.
message by sending a signal from a
inflation pressure label on the
sensor that is installed in each wheel
center pillar on the driver’s
If this light still illuminates while
when tire pressure is severely low.
side.
driving after adjusting the tire
pressure, a tire may have signifi-
The tire pressure monitoring system will
cant damage and a fast leak that
activate only when the vehicle is driven at
causes the tire to lose air rapidly.
speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). Also,
If you have a flat tire, replace it
this system may not react immediately to
with a spare tire as soon as pos-
a sudden drop in tire pressure
(for
sible.
example, a blow-out caused by running
over a sharp object).
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253
When a spare tire is mounted or a
When a tire is repaired with liquid
CAUTION
wheel rim is replaced without the
sealant, the tire pressure warning
original pressure sensor/trans-
valve and transmitter may not
Do not place metal film or any metal
mitter being transferred, the low
operate properly. If a liquid
parts under the driver’s seat. This
tire pressure warning light will
sealant is used, contact your
may cause poor reception of the
illuminate steadily after blinking
nearest SUBARU dealer or other
signals from the tire pressure sen-
for approximately one minute.
qualified service shop as soon as
sors, and the tire pressure monitor-
This indicates the TPMS is unable
possible. Make sure to replace
ing system will not function
to monitor all four road wheels.
the tire pressure warning valve
properly.
Contact your SUBARU dealer as
and transmitter when replacing
soon as possible for
tire and
the tire. You may reuse the wheel
■ Certification for the Trans-
sensor replacement
and/or
if there is no damage to it and if
system resetting.
the sealant residue is properly
mitter
cleaned off. Do not inject any tire
FCC ID: HYQ23ABG
liquid or aerosol tire sealant into
the tires, as this may cause a
NOTE
malfunction of the tire pressure
This device complies with part 15 of
7
sensors. If the light illuminates
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
steadily after blinking for approx-
the following two conditions: (1) This
imately one minute, promptly
device may not cause harmful interfer-
contact a SUBARU dealer to have
ence, and (2) this device must accept
the system inspected.
any interference received, including
interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (If Equipped)
■ Certification for the Receiver
■ TPMS Screen
■ How to Initialize the Tire
U.S.-spec. models
Pressure Monitoring System
FCC ID: PAXPMVE000
(If Equipped)
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place and
NOTE
turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” posi-
This device complies with part 15 of
tion.
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
Initialization cannot be performed while
the following two conditions: (1) This
the vehicle is moving.
device may not cause harmful interfer-
2. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the
ence, and (2) this device must accept
specified cold tire inflation pressure level.
any interference received, including
Refer to "Tires" ) P385.
interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to
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the specified cold tire inflation pressure
FCC WARNING
This screen displays each tire pressure.
level. The tire pressure monitoring system
Changes or modifications not
Refer to "Drive Information" ) P153.
will operate based on this pressure level.
expressly approved by the party
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
responsible for compliance could void
■ Initializing the Tire Pressure
position.
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Monitoring System
Mexico-spec. models
When setting the tire inflation pressure
above the specified level, initialize the tire
MEX: RLVPAPM17-1337
pressure monitoring system.
When the tire pressure monitoring system
is initialized, the current tire inflation pres-
sure is set as the standard pressure.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (If Equipped)
255
4. Press and hold the TPMS set switch
■ When Initialization of the Tire
■ Registering ID Codes
until the low tire pressure warning light
Pressure Monitoring System
Every tire pressure warning valve and
blinks slowly 3 times.
has Failed
transmitter has a unique ID code. In addi-
tion to the set of tire pressure warning
■ If You Press the Tire Pres-
Initialization can be completed in a few
system sensor ID codes initially registered
minutes. However, in the following case,
sure Monitoring Reset
to the vehicle, a second set of ID codes
the settings have not been recorded and
Switch Accidentally
can be registered.
the system will not operate properly. If
A second set of tire pressure warning
If initialization is performed, adjust the tire
repeated attempts to record tire inflation
system sensor ID codes can be registered
inflation pressure to the specified level
pressure settings are unsuccessful, have
at your SUBARU dealer. When 2 sets of
and initialize the tire pressure monitoring
the vehicle checked at your SUBARU
ID codes have been registered, either ID
system again.
dealer.
code set can be selected.
When operating the TPMS set switch,
■ Initialization Procedure
low tire pressure warning light does not
■ Changing the ID code set
Make sure to carry out initialization
blink 3 times.
after adjusting the tire inflation pressure.
After carrying out the initialization
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place and
Also, make sure the tires are cold before
procedure, the low tire pressure warning
turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-
carrying out initialization or tire inflation
light blinks for 1 minute then stays on after
tion.
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pressure adjustment.
driving for 20 minutes.
2. Press the TPMS set switch 3 times
If you have accidentally turned the igni-
within 3 seconds.
tion switch to the “OFF” position during
WARNING
3. The low tire pressure warning light will
initialization, it is not necessary to press
illuminate for 3 seconds and then blink 3
the TPMS set switch again as initialization
Do not operate the TPMS set switch
times.
will restart automatically when the engine
without first adjusting the tire infla-
4. The low tire pressure warning light will
is restarted.
tion pressure to the specified level.
blink for 1 minute and then illuminate.
If you accidentally press the TPMS set
Otherwise, the low tire pressure
5. When the ID code change has
switch when initialization is not necessary,
warning light may not come on even
completed, the tire pressure monitoring
adjust the tire inflation pressure to the
if the tire inflation pressure is low,
light will turn off.
specified level when the tires are cold, and
or it may come on when the tire
conduct initialization again.
inflation pressure is actually nor-
Check that tire pressures are displayed on
mal.
the TPMS screen.
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Parking Your Vehicle
7-16. Parking Your Vehicle
The braking power of the parking
brake may not be sufficient when
stronger braking power is needed
WARNING
(e.g., when parking on a steep
Never leave unattended children
slope while towing a trailer).
or pets in the vehicle. They could
accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent oper-
■ Parking Tips
ation of the vehicle. Also, on hot
When parking your vehicle, always
or sunny days, the temperature in
perform the following items.
a closed vehicle could quickly
become high enough to cause
Apply the parking brake firmly.
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severe or possibly fatal injuries to
For MT models, put the shift lever in the
people.
To release the parking brake, pull the
“1” (1st) for upgrade or “R” (Reverse) for a
Do not park the vehicle over flam-
lever up slightly, press the release button,
downgrade.
mable materials such as dry
then lower the lever while keeping the
For AT models, put the select lever in
grass, waste paper or rags, as
button pressed.
the “P” (Park) position.
they may burn easily if they come
When the parking brake is set while the
Never rely on the mechanical friction of
near hot engine or exhaust
engine is running, the parking brake
the transmission alone to hold the vehicle.
system parts.
warning light illuminates. After starting the
Be sure to stop the engine if you
vehicle, be sure that the warning light has
take a nap in the vehicle. If engine
turned off before the vehicle is driven.
exhaust gas enters the passenger
Refer to "Brake System Warning Light"
compartment, occupants in the
) P140.
vehicle could die from carbon
monoxide (CO) contained in the
CAUTION
exhaust gas.
Never drive while the parking
brake is set because this will
cause unnecessary wear on the
■ Parking Brake
brake linings. Before starting to
To set the parking brake, depress the
drive, always make sure that the
brake pedal firmly and hold it down until
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parking brake has been fully
the parking brake lever is fully pulled up.
released.
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When parking on a hill, always turn the
7-17. Hill Start Assist System
steering wheel. When the vehicle is
1
headed up the hill, the front wheels should
WARNING
be turned away from the curb.
The Hill start assist system is a
device only for helping the driver
to START the vehicle on an uphill
grade. To prevent accidents when
the vehicle is parked on a slope,
be sure to firmly set the parking
brake. When setting the parking
A
B
brake, make sure that the vehicle
remains stationary when the
clutch pedal
(MT models) and
brake pedal
(both MT and AT
2
models) are released.
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Do not turn the ignition switch to
7
When facing downhill, the front wheels
the “OFF” position while the Hill
should be turned into the curb.
start assist system is operating.
The Hill start assist system will be
CAUTION
deactivated and may lead to an
accident.
If your vehicle has a front under-
spoiler and rear underspoiler (both
The Hill start assist system is a device to
optional), pay attention to blocks
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make the following vehicle operations
and other obstructions on the
easier.
1)
Starting forward facing uphill
ground when parking. The under-
2)
Starting backward facing downhill
spoilers could be damaged by con-
tact with them.
A)
Brake pedal (both MT models and AT
models)
B)
Clutch pedal (MT models only)
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Hill Start Assist System
In both these cases, the Hill start assist
While the Hill start assist indicator light
system operates under the following
is illuminated. Refer to "Hill Start Assist
conditions.
Indicator Light" ) P150.
The clutch pedal is depressed while the
When using the Hill start assist system, a
brake pedal is also depressed
(MT
braking effect may be felt even after the
models).
brake pedal has been released. However,
The vehicle has stopped with the brake
for MT models, this braking effect should
pedal depressed (AT models).
disappear once the clutch pedal is
released.
Braking power is maintained temporarily
(for approximately 2 seconds) by the Hill
CAUTION
start assist system after the brake pedal is
released. The driver is therefore able to
The braking power of the Hill start
start the vehicle in the same way as on a
assist system may not be sufficient
level grade, just using the clutch pedal
when strong braking power is
(MT models only) and accelerator pedal
needed (e.g., when towing a trailer).
(all models).
If the braking power of the Hill start assist
NOTE
system is insufficient after the brake pedal
A slight jolt may be felt when the vehi-
is released, apply more braking power by
cle begins to move forward after being
depressing the brake pedal again.
reversed.
The Hill start assist system may not
operate on slight grades. Also, the Hill
start assist system does not operate in the
following cases.
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When starting backward facing uphill
When starting forward facing downhill
While the parking brake is applied
While the ignition switch is in the “ACC”
or “OFF” position
Hill Start Assist System
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■ To Activate/Deactivate the
NOTE
4.
Confirm the following items.
Hill Start Assist System
If you make an error when performing
(1) The ABS warning light turns off.
any steps in the following procedure,
(2) The brake system warning light
place the ignition switch in the “OFF”
illuminates.
position once and then start over
(3) The Vehicle Stability Control
again.
(VSC) OFF indicator light turns off.
(4) TRAC OFF indicator light turns off.
▼ To deactivate
1. Park your vehicle in a flat and safe
location and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position.
3. Restart the engine.
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3
Hill start assist indicator light
7
CAUTION
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When starting on an up hill grade,
make sure the Hill start assist indi-
5.
Press and hold the Vehicle Stability
cator light is on.
Control (VSC) OFF switch for 30 seconds
until the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
If the Hill start assist indicator light
4
is off, make sure the parking brake
1
OFF indicator light
on the combi-
is applied.
nation meter turns on and off.
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6. Within 5 seconds, release the Vehicle
To activate or deactivate the Hill start
Stability Control (VSC) OFF switch.
assist system, perform the following
7. Within
2 seconds, press back the
steps.
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) OFF
switch.
The Hill start assist indicator light turns on
and off.
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Cruise Control (Models without the EyeSight system)
8. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
7-18. Cruise Control (Models
When using the cruise control,
position. Hill start assist is deactivated.
always set the speed appropri-
without the EyeSight system)
ately according to the speed limit,
NOTE
traffic flow, road conditions, and
NOTE
When the Hill start assist system is
other conditions.
deactivated, the Hill start assist indica-
For models with the EyeSight system:
tor light turns off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual supple-
ment for the EyeSight system.
NOTE
▼ To reactivate
Cruise control enables you to maintain a
Make sure the cruise control system is
constant vehicle speed without holding
turned off when the cruise control is
To reactivate Hill start assist system,
your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is
not in use to avoid unintentionally set-
repeat steps 1 to 8. When the Hill start
operative when the vehicle speed is 20
ting of the cruise control.
assist system is activated, the Hill start
mph (30 km/h) or more.
assist indicator light illuminates.
WARNING
■ Hill Start Assist Indicator
■ To Set Cruise Control
Light
Do not use the cruise control
under any of the following condi-
Refer to "Hill Start Assist Indicator Light"
tions. These may cause loss of
) P150.
vehicle control.
-
In heavy traffic
-
On roads with sharp bends
-
On winding roads
-
On slippery roads, such as
those covered with rain, ice or
snow
-
On steep hills
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Vehicle speed may exceed the
set speed when driving down
a steep hill.
-
During emergency towing
Cruise Control (Models without the EyeSight system)
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Cruise control main button
1. After the engine has started, press the
“ON-OFF” switch of the cruise control
switch.
1
2
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3. Press the Cruise control switch to the
Cruise control indicator light
“-SET” side and release it.
1) When setting the displayed unit as
“MPH”
NOTE
2) When setting the displayed unit as
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“km/h”
7
When setting a cruise speed for the
Cruise control indicator light
first time during a drive, both “-SET”
At this time, the cruise control indicator
The cruise control indicator light (white) on
and “+RES” may be used to set the ini-
light (green) is illuminated in the combina-
the combination meter will illuminate.
tial cruise speed.
tion meter. The set speed will be shown on
2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the
the combination meter. You can change
vehicle reaches the desired speed.
the displayed units by operating the
combination meter display. For details,
refer to "Combination Meter Settings"
) P130.
The vehicle will maintain the desired
speed.
Vehicle speed can be temporarily
increased while driving with the cruise
control activated. Simply depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the
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