Subaru BRZ (2019 year). Manual

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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weight

: Unladen vehicle

Overall length

166.7 in. (4235 mm)

Overall width

69.9 in. (1775 mm)

Overall height

52.0 in. (1320 mm)

Wheelbase

101.2 in. (2570 mm)

Tread

Front

59.8 in. (1520 mm)

Rear

60.6 in. (1540 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)

Details are described on the tire and load-
ing information label. (

→P. 377)

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Vehicle identification

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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
SUBARU. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

This number is stamped under
the floor carpet of the right-hand
front seat.

This number is located on the
top left of the body panel.

This number is also on the Certi-
fication Label.

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Engine

Fuel

: If unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 RON) is not avail-

able, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) may be
used with no detriment to engine durability or driveability.

Model

FA20

Type

Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-
stroke gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.4

× 3.4 in. (86 × 86 mm)

Displacement

122 cu.in. (1998 cm

)

Drive belt tension

Automatic adjustment

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane rating

93 AKI (98 RON) or higher*

Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)

13.2 gal. (50 L, 11.0 Imp. gal.)

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Lubrication system

: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing

the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.

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Engine oil selection

Always use SUBARU approved engine oil. For details, we recom-
mend that you contact your SUBARU dealer.
If approved engine oil is unavailable, another motor oil of matching
quality can also be used.

Oil grade:
ILSAC GF5 multigrade engine oil

API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”

Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20

SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.

Oil capacity
(Drain and refill



reference*)
• Without filter
• With filter

5.5 qt. (5.2 L, 4.6 Imp. qt.)
5.7 qt. (5.4 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)

Outside temperature

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Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):

• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows

cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold weather.

• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when

the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load conditions.

How to read oil container labels:

Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you should use.

API Service Symbol

Top portion: The oil quality desig-
nation by API (American Petro-
leum Institute) (SN)

Center portion: The SAE viscosity
grade (SAE 0W-20)

Lower portion: “RESOURCE
CONSERVING” means that the
oil has fuel saving and environ-
mental protection capabilities.

ILSAC Certification Mark

The ILSAC (International Lubri-
cant Specification Advisory Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is
displayed on the front of the con-
tainer.

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Cooling system

Ignition system

Capacity

Vehicles with an automatic transmission

7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)

Vehicles with a manual transmission

7.6 qt. (7.2 L, 6.3 Imp. qt.)

Coolant type

Use either of the following.

• SUBARU Super Coolant
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-

silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy

Do not use plain water alone.

Spark plug

Make
Gap

DENSO ZXE27HBR8
0.031 in. (0.8 mm)

CAUTION

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Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.

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Electrical system

Differential

Battery

Specific gravity reading at
68

°F (20°C):

1.250

 1.290 Fully charged

1.160

 1.200 Half charged

1.060

 1.100 Discharged

Charging rates

Quick charge
Slow charge

15 A max.
5 A max.

Oil capacity (Refer-
ence)

1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 Imp. qt.)

Oil type and viscosity

• Differential Gear Oil LX
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-5 and SAE

75W-85 or GL-5 and SAE 75W-90 specifications

CAUTION

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Differential gear oil

Using a differential gear oil other than Differential Gear Oil LX may cause
occurrences of noises, vibrations and poor fuel consumption.
Never use different brands together.

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Automatic transmission

*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary,

contact your SUBARU dealer.

Manual transmission

Clutch

Fluid capac-
ity*

7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)

Fluid type

ATF WS

Gear oil capacity (Reference)

2.3 qt. (2.2 L, 1.9 Imp. qt.)

Gear oil type and viscosity

Use either of the following:

• “MG Gear Oil special II”
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-3, GL-

4, or GL-5 and SAE 75W-90 specifica-
tions

CAUTION

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Manual transmission gear oil

If oil other than “MG Gear Oil special II” is used, the following may be experi-
enced:

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The overall performance and function of the transmission may be
adversely affected.

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Rattling noises may occur during idling and fuel consumption may
increase.

Never use different brands together.

Pedal free play

0.2

 0.6 in. (5  15 mm)

Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake
fluid

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Brakes

: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50

kgf) while the engine is running.

: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N,

20.4 kgf).

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Brake disc
If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and
the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult
your SUBARU dealer.

Pedal clearance

2.16 in. (55 mm) Min.

Pedal free play

0.020

 0.106 in. (0.5  2.7 mm)

Brake pad wear
limit (vehicles with-
out brembo brake)

Front

0.059 in. (1.5 mm)

Rear

0.059 in. (1.5 mm)

Brake pad wear
limit (vehicles with
brembo brake)

Front

0.047 in. (1.2 mm)

Rear

0.061 in. (1.55 mm)

Parking brake lining wear limit

0.059 in. (1.5 mm)

Parking brake lever travel

 8 clicks

Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake
fluid

Brake pedal

Pedal
clearance

Carpet

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Steering

Tires and wheels (for vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Canada)

Type A

Type B

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

Tire size

215/45R17 87W, T135/80D16 101M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)

Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Rear

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

or bar)

Wheel size

× 7 J, 16 × 4T (spare)

Wheel nut torque

89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)

Tire size

215/45R17 87W, T145/70D17 106M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)

Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Rear

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

or bar)

Wheel size

× 7 1/2 J, 17 × 4T (spare)

Wheel nut torque

89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)

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Tires and wheels (for vehicles sold in Mexico)

Light bulbs

A: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
B: Double end bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)

Tire size

215/45R17 87W

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)

Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Rear

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Spare

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

or bar)

Wheel size

× 7 J

Wheel nut torque

89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)

Light Bulbs

Bulb No.

Type

Exterior

Front side marker lights

W3.8W

3.8

License plate lights

W5W

Back-up lights

W16W

Interior

Vanity lights (if equipped)



Trunk light

W5W

Interior light



Door courtesy lights
(if equipped)

T10

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Fuel information

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Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To help prevent incorrect fueling, your SUBARU has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

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If your engine knocks

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Consult your SUBARU dealer.

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You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

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Gasoline quality

In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas-
oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your SUBARU dealer.

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Fuel octane rating

Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy
knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehi-
cle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you acceler-
ate. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the specified octane
rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently.

RON
This octane rating is the Research Octane Number.

AKI
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane
numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI).

The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance using
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 RON) or
higher. If 93 AKI (98 RON) fuel is not readily available in your area,
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) may be
used with no detriment to engine durability or driveability. However,
you may notice a slight decrease in maximum engine performance
and you may hear some knocking (pinging) from the engine while
using 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel. Use of 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel will not affect
your warranty coverage.

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Reformulated Gasoline

SUBARU supports the use of reformulated gasoline when available.

Reformulated gasoline has been blended to burn more cleanly and reduce
vehicle emissions.

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SUBARU recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent addi-
tives

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SUBARU recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent addi-
tives to avoid build-up of engine deposits.

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All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems.

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SUBARU does not recommend blended gasoline

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If you use gasohol in your SUBARU, be sure that it has an octane rating
no lower than 93 AKI (98 RON).

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SUBARU DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline containing metha-
nol.

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SUBARU does not recommend gasoline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).

SUBARU DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If
fuel containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be
adversely affected.

The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your SUBARU dealer for service.

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Use only gasoline containing a maxi-
mum of 10% ethanol.

DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 10% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E15, E30, E50, E85 (which are only
some examples of fuel containing more
than 10% ethanol).

DO NOT use gasoline
containing more than 10%
ethanol.

(15% ethanol)

(50% ethanol)

(85% ethanol)

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CAUTION

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Notice on fuel quality

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Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine and/or
fuel system will be damaged.

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Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.

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Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.

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Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.

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Fuel-related poor driveability

If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.

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When refueling with gasohol

Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.

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