Subaru BRZ 2020 Owner's Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
2
When driving
Interior fea-
3
tures
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
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For owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for US owners, and seatbelt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Before driving
1-4. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows..................... 74
1-1. Key information
Keys ..................................... 22
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk lid
Keyless access with push
button start system............. 25
Remote keyless entry
system................................ 38
Doors.................................... 43
Trunk lid ............................... 46
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................... 53
Rear seats............................ 56
Head restraints..................... 58
Seatbelts .............................. 60
Steering wheel ..................... 67
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror.................................. 69
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 71
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap...................................... 78
1-6. Security system
Engine immobilizer
system ................................ 82
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................... 86
Alarm .................................... 87
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ......... 91
SRS airbag (Supplemental
Restraint System airbag).... 93
Front passenger occupant
detection system .............. 131
Child restraint systems ....... 141
Installing child restraints ..... 146
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............... 156
Push-button ignition switch
(vehicles with a keyless
access with push button
start system) ..................... 172
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without
a keyless access with
push button start
system) ............................. 182
Automatic transmission....... 185
Manual Transmission.......... 192
Turn signal lever ................. 195
Parking brake...................... 197
Horn .................................... 198
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 199
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 203
Multi-information display
(monochrome display)
Multi-information display
(color display) ................... 218
........ 210
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ................. 233
Fog light switch................... 239
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 240
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control ..................... 243
Rear view camera .............. 248
Driving assist systems........ 257
Hill start assist .................... 264
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 269
Vehicle load limits............... 273
Winter driving tips............... 274
Trailer towing...................... 279
Dinghy towing..................... 280
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system.............................. 282
Automatic air
conditioning system.......... 289
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 298
3-2. Using the audio system
AUX port/USB port ............. 300
Using the microphone ........ 301
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 302
• Interior light ...................... 303
3-4. Using the storage
features
List of storage features....... 304
• Glove box......................... 305
• Bottle holders ................... 306
• Cup holders/
console tray...................... 307
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 309
Vanity mirrors ..................... 310
Clock .................................. 311
Power outlets ..................... 312
Seat heaters....................... 314
Floor mat ............................ 316
HomeLink
®
......................... 318
Compass ............................ 329
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4
Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 332
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 338
Cleaning and protecting
the Alcantara
®
area .......... 342
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 344
General maintenance ......... 347
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 350
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 351
Engine hood ....................... 354
Engine compartment .......... 356
Tires.................................... 370
Tire inflation pressure ......... 378
Wheels................................ 382
Air conditioning filter ........... 385
Transmitter/access key
battery .............................. 388
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 393
Light bulbs .......................... 401
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When trouble arises
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 484
5-1. Essential information
Hazard warning flashers ..... 414
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 415
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 422
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 423
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 424
If a warning message is
displayed (vehicles with
a color multi-information
display) ............................. 436
If you have a flat tire............ 453
If the engine will not
start................................... 467
If the select lever cannot be
shifted from P
(vehicles with an
automatic
transmission) .................... 470
If you lose your keys ........... 471
If the access key does not
operate properly
(vehicles with a keyless
access with push button
start system) ..................... 472
If the battery is
discharged ........................ 476
If your vehicle overheats..... 481
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Vehicle specifications
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 488
Fuel information.................. 501
Tire information .................. 505
6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 518
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For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 522
Seatbelt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 523
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 526
Index
Abbreviation list......................... 548
Alphabetical index ..................... 549
What to do if... ........................... 557
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Pictorial index
Exterior
Windshield wipers
Engine hood
Towing eyelet
P. 354
P. 415
P. 240
Headlights
Parking lights/daytime running
lights
Outside rear view
mirrors
Front fog lights *1
Turn signal lights
P. 233
P. 233
P. 71
Front side marker
lights
P. 239
P. 195
P. 233
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Tail lights/stop lights
Rear window defogger
P. 298
P. 233
Stop lights
Rear side marker lights
Fuel filler lid
P. 233
P. 78
Trunk lid
Towing eyelet
P. 415
Rear view camera
P. 46
Turn signal lights
Towing eyelet
License plate lights
P. 248
P. 195
P. 415
P. 233
Doors
P. 43
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
P. 370
P. 453
P. 378
P. 505
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*
: If equipped
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Pictorial index
Interior
Head restraints
Seatbelts
Child restraint
anchor brackets
P. 146
P. 60
P. 58
Display Audio system *
Navigation system *
SRS curtain airbags
P. 93
1, *2
1, *3
SRS front
passenger airbag
P. 93
Cup holders
Console tray
SRS side airbags
P. 307
P. 307
P. 93
Front seats
Glove box
P. 53
Power outlet
P. 312
P. 305
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A
A
Sun visors
P. 309
B
Vanity mirrors
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Lock levers
Outside rear view mirror switch
P. 71
Interior light
Microphone
P. 310
P. 69
P. 44
P. 303
P. 301
Window lock switch
Power door lock switch
P. 44
Power window switches
P. 74
1
*
: If equipped
2
*
: Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the audio system.
3
*
: Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system.
P. 74
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Pictorial index
C
Interior
Shift lock release button *1
Parking brake lever
Seat heater switches *1
Power outlet
Select lever *1
Shift lever *
P. 314
P. 312
1
P. 197
P. 185
P. 192
P. 470
10
“TRACK” switch
Driving pattern selector switch *1
P. 259
P. 187
Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC off switch
P. 258, 259
1
: If equipped
*
Pictorial index
Instrument panel
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
1
P. 233
P. 195
P. 239
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch *
P. 199
P. 210, 218
Windshield wiper and washer switch
P. 240
P. 311
Clock
Hazard warning
flasher switch
P. 414
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever
Floor mat *1
Engine hood lock release lever
Fuel filler lid opener
P. 78
Push-button ignition switch (vehicles with a keyless
access with push button start system)
P. 316
P. 67
P. 354
AUX port *1
USB port
1
*
: If equipped
P. 300
P. 300
P. 172
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Pictorial index
Instrument panel
A
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
Air conditioning
system
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning
system
P. 282
P. 289
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
1
switch*
/rear window defogger switch *1
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
P. 298
P. 298
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B
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a keyless access
with push button start system)
Talk switch *2, *
P. 182
3
Meter control switches *1
Paddle shift levers *1
P. 198
Horn
SRS driver airbag
P. 188, 190
P. 93
Type A Type B
P. 219
Cruise control
switch
P. 243
Telephone switches *2, *
2
3
Audio remote control switches *
1
*
: If equipped
2
*
: Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the audio system.
3
*
: Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system.
, *
3
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Pictorial index
C
Instrument panel
Instrument panel light control dial
P. 201
Trunk lid opener
P. 46
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For your information
Warranties
■ Warranties for U.S.A.
SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by
an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following
warranties:
● SUBARU Limited Warranties
● Federal Emission Control Systems Warranties
● California Emissions Control Systems Warranties
All warranty information, including applicability, details of coverage and
exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Read these warranties carefully.
■ Warranties for Canada
All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by
an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following warranties:
● SUBARU Limited Warranty
● Emission Control System Warranty
All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in
the “Warranty and Service Booklet”. Read these warranties carefully.
■ Warranties except for U.S.A. and Canada
All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in
the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Read these warranties carefully.
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Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for
equipment not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the SUBARU policy of continual product improvement,
we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation to make changes on vehicles previously sold.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ
from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five to ten hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound
of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your SUBARU
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for SUBARU
vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that
SUBARU does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their
performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to,
or adverse effect they may have on, your SUBARU vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine SUBARU products.
Modification with non-genuine SUBARU products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations.
In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seatbelt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your SUBARU dealer for precautionary measures or
special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
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Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access
to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,
other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
● Disclosure of the EDR data
SUBARU will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party
except when:
• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle)
is obtained
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency
• For use by SUBARU in a law suit
However, if necessary, SUBARU may:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing
information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
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Scrapping of your SUBARU
The SRS airbag and seatbelt pretensioner devices in your SUBARU contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seatbelt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seatbelt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your SUBARU
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These
components may include airbag, seatbelt pretensioners, and transmitter
batteries.
WARNING
■ General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
Warnings & Cautions
WARNING
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause death or
serious injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others.
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to
the vehicle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your SUBARU and its
equipment.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
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The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do
not do this”, or “Do not let this happen.”
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turning,
etc.) used to operate switches and
other devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation
(e.g. a lid opens).
Before driving
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1-1. Key information
Keys ................................... 22
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk lid
Keyless access with push
button start system .......... 25
Remote keyless entry
system ............................. 38
Doors ................................. 43
Trunk lid ............................. 46
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ......................... 53
Rear seats.......................... 56
Head restraints................... 58
Seatbelts............................ 60
Steering wheel ................... 67
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror ....................... 69
Outside rear view
mirrors.............................. 71
1-4. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows .................. 74
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 78
1-6. Security system
Engine immobilizer
system ............................. 82
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.) ............................ 86
Alarm.................................. 87
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture....... 91
SRS airbag
(Supplemental Restraint
System airbag)................. 93
Front passenger occupant
detection system............ 131
Child restraint systems..... 141
Installing child
restraints ........................ 146
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1-1. Key information
Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
Master keys
Operating the remote keyless
entry system (→P. 38)
Valet key
Key number plate
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
Access keys
• Operating the keyless
access with push button
start system (→P. 25)
• Operating the remote key-
less entry system
(→P. 3 8 )
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
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1-1. Key information
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release knob and take
the key out.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the access key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the access key. If the access key
battery is depleted or the “keyless
access” entry function does not
operate properly, you will need
the mechanical key.
■ When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk lid opener main switch off as circumstances demand.
(→P. 47)
On vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system, provide
the attendant with the valet key.
On vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system, remove the
mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the access
key only.
■ Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key
(without a keyless access with push button start system) or mechanical key
(with a keyless access with push button start system) is lost, a new key can
be made at your SUBARU dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 471)
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a key with remote keyless entry system onto an aircraft,
make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons
are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the
key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
(→P. 472)
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Before driving
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1-1. Key information
CAUTION
■ To prevent key damage
Observe the following:
● Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
● Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for a long period of time.
● Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
● Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
● Do not disassemble the keys.
● Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the key.
● Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: Do not place
the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, audio
systems, glass top ranges, or medical electrical equipment, such as lowfrequency therapy equipment.
■ Carrying the access key on your person (vehicles with a keyless
access with push button start system)
Carry the access key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appliances
that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances within 3.9
in. (10 cm) of the access key may interfere with the key, causing the key to
not function properly.
■ In case of a keyless access with push button start system malfunction
or other key-related problems (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)
Take your vehicle with all the access keys provided with your vehicle to your
SUBARU dealer.
■ When a vehicle key is lost
If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit
your SUBARU dealer immediately with all remaining access keys that were
provided with your vehicle.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid
Keyless access with push button start system
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
access key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the access key.)
Access key
∗
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Before driving
Access key
Unlocks and locks the doors (→P. 2 6 )
Unlocks the trunk lid (
Starts the engine (
→P. 2 6 )
→P. 172)
Access key
∗: If equipped
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid
Unlocking and locking the doors
Grip the driver’s door handle to
unlock the door. Grip the passenger’s door handle to unlock all
the doors.
Make sure to touch the sensor on
the back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the door is
locked.
Touch the lock sensor (the
indentation on the side of the
door handle) to lock the doors.
Check that the door is securely
locked.
Unlocking the trunk lid
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Press the button to unlock the
trunk lid.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid
Antenna location and effective range
■ Antenna location
Antennas outside the cabin
Antennas inside the cabin
Antenna outside the trunk
Antenna inside the trunk
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Before driving
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid
■ Effective range (areas within which the access key is
detected)
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the access key is
within about 1.3 - 2.6 ft. (0.4 -
0.8 m) of either of the outside
door handles. (Only the
doors detecting the key can
be operated.)
When unlocking the trunk
lid
The system can be operated
when the access key is
within about 1.3 - 2.6 ft. (0.4 -
0.8 m) of the trunk lid release
button.
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When starting the engine
or changing push-button
ignition switch modes
The system can be operated
when the access key is
inside the vehicle.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid
■ Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the hazard warning flashers flash to indicate that the
doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
■ When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor
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Use your palm to touch the lock sensor.
■ Door lock buzzer
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock
the vehicle once more.
■ Alarms and warning indicators
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning messages
shown on the multi-information display are used to prevent theft of the vehicle and accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures in response to any warning message on the multi-information display.
(→P. 438, 442)
The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures
when only alarms are sounded.
Before driving
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid
Alarm Situation Correction procedure
Exterior alarm
sounds once for
5 seconds
An attempt was made to
lock the vehicle while a
door was open.
Close all of the doors
and lock the doors
again.
The push-button ignition
switch was turned to
Interior alarm
sounds continuously
“ACC” mode while the
driver’s door was open (or
the driver’s door was
opened while the push-
Turn the push-button
ignition switch off and
close the driver’s
door.
button ignition switch was
in “ACC” mode).
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again. (However, depending on the location of the access key, the key may be detected
as being in the vehicle. In this case, the vehicle may be unlocked.)
■ Battery-saving function
The battery-saving function will be activated in order to prevent the access
key battery and the vehicle battery from being discharged while the vehicle
is not in operation for a long time.
● In the following situations, the keyless access with push button start sys-
tem may take some time to unlock the doors.
• The access key has been left in an area of approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of
the outside of the vehicle for 10 minutes or longer.
• The keyless access with push button start system has not been used
for 5 days or longer.
● If the keyless access with push button start system has not been used for
14 days or longer, the doors cannot be unlocked at any door except the
driver’s door.
In this case, take hold of the driver’s door handle, or use the remote keyless entry system or the mechanical key, to unlock the doors*.
*: If the alarm is set, using the mechanical key to unlock the doors will trigger
the alarm.
(To cancel or stop the alarm: →P. 88)
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