Positioning:
        
        
            Lightweight, rear-wheel-drive sports coupe co-developed with Toyota (86/GT86).
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors:
        
        
            Mazda MX-5 Miata, Nissan 370Z, Ford Mustang (entry-level trims).
        
     
    
    
        
            Driving Dynamics:
        
        
            Low center of gravity, excellent weight distribution (53/47 front/rear), responsive handling, driver-focused cockpit.
        
     
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Affordable sports car, emphasis on driver engagement and agility over raw power.
        
     
    
    
        
            Value:
        
        
            Provides dealership-level repair and maintenance information for DIY enthusiasts, saving significant costs on professional servicing.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            2.0L FA20 DOHC Boxer Engine (engine mechanical, lubrication, cooling, fuel, ignition, emissions, engine control system - ECU, ECM).
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            6-speed Manual Transmission (transmission overhaul, gearshift linkage, clutch system).
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) system, differential, driveshaft, axles.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front and Rear Suspension Systems (MacPherson struts, double wishbone, shock absorbers, springs, sway bars, alignment specifications).
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Hydraulic Brake System (front and rear disc brakes, ABS, EBD, brake fluid specifications, bleeding procedures, parking brake).
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Electric Power Steering (EPS) system (components, adjustments, diagnostics).
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Full Electrical System (wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, starter, lighting, instruments, power windows, mirrors, audio system).
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Body and Exterior (body panels, doors, hood, trunk, bumpers, glass, mirrors, weatherstripping, exterior trim).
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Interior Trim and Appointments (seats, dashboard, center console, door panels, headliner, airbags, seatbelts).
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System (components, refrigerant, operation, troubleshooting).
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), OBD-II information, diagnostic procedures, special tools required.
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement, brake pad replacement, tire rotation, air filter replacement.
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Step-by-step diagnostic flowcharts for common and complex issues.
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Complete disassembly and reassembly procedures for all major components and systems.
        
     
    
        
            Overhaul:
        
        
            Engine and transmission overhaul procedures with torque specifications.
        
     
    
        
            Installation:
        
        
            Procedures for replacing or installing various parts and accessories.
        
     
    
        
            Adjustment:
        
        
            Clutch pedal adjustment, throttle cable adjustment (if applicable), alignment adjustments.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive; covers basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical schematics and diagnostic information.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Compatibility:
        
        
            Windows (95, 98, ME, XP, Vista, 7), Linux, MAC.
        
     
    
    
        
            Quality:
        
        
            High-resolution, clear diagrams and text, suitable for printing.
        
     
    
    
        
            Binding:
        
        
            N/A (Digital PDF download)
        
     
    
    
        
            Paper Type:
        
        
            N/A (Digital PDF download)
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Naturally Aspirated Boxer-4
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            1998 cc (2.0 Liters)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            86 mm x 86 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            12.5:1
        
     
    
        
            Valve Train:
        
        
            DOHC, 16 Valves, Subaru Dual Active Valve Control System (AVCS).
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            200 hp @ 7000 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            151 lb-ft (205 Nm) @ 6400 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Direct Injection (D-4S – Toyota's combined direct and port injection).
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended).
        
     
    
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Subaru Super Coolant (Blue) or equivalent.
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil.
        
     
    
        
            Oil Capacity:
        
        
            Approximately 5.7 US quarts (5.4 liters) with filter change.
        
     
    
    
        
            ECU Part Number Example:
        
        
            Examples vary, specific part numbers available within manual.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            6-Speed Manual Transmission (TY75)
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            N/A for 2013-2014 Model Years (Only Manual Available)
        
     
    
    
        
            Gear Ratios Manual:
        
        
            1st: 3.677, 2nd: 2.147, 3rd: 1.551, 4th: 1.179, 5th: 0.971, 6th: 0.770, Reverse: 3.417, Final Drive: 4.100
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch Type:
        
        
            Hydraulically operated, single dry plate clutch.
        
     
    
    
        
            Fluid Type:
        
        
            Subaru Hypoid Gear Oil API GL-5 75W-90 (manual transmission and rear differential).
        
     
    
        
            Capacity Manual:
        
        
            Manual Transmission: 2.0 L (2.1 US qt); Rear Differential: 1.0 L (1.1 US qt)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Overall Rating 2013:
        
        
            5-Star (Overall, Frontal, Side, Rollover)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Top Safety Pick 2013:
        
        
            Good (Head Restraints & Seats, Moderate overlap front, Side, Roof strength, Headlight ratings).
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard Traction Control System (TCS) and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC).
        
     
    
        
            Electronic Stability:
        
        
            Standard Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Sport Mode.
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver and front passenger airbags, front side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags (first generation).
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            3-point seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters for front seats.
        
     
    
        
            Child Anchors:
        
        
            LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system for rear seats.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 6,000 miles (9,600 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (under normal driving conditions).
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) for iridium-tipped spark plugs.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Flush:
        
        
            First at 105,000 miles (168,000 km), then every 52,500 miles (84,000 km) or 4 years.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Change:
        
        
            Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) for manual transmission fluid.
        
     
    
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4.
        
     
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            For Electric Power Steering (EPS), no fluid replacement typically required, but diagnostics are covered in the manual.
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Consumption:
        
        
            Some early FA20 engines were known to consume oil; ensuring correct oil level and type is crucial. The manual provides correct oil consumption guidelines.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Grinding:
        
        
            Some owners reported notchy or grinding shifts, particularly into second gear. Proper fluid and maintenance are key, as detailed in the manual.
        
     
    
        
            Clutch Wear:
        
        
            As with any manual sports car, clutch wear is dependent on driving style. The manual details clutch inspection and replacement.
        
     
    
        
            Exhaust Manifold Cracks:
        
        
            Some early models reported exhaust manifold cracks. The manual covers removal and installation of exhaust components.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Subaru Motorsports:
        
        
            Subaru has a strong heritage in motorsports, particularly in rally racing (WRC), which informs the engineering of their performance vehicles.
        
     
    
    
        
            Development Collaboration:
        
        
            The BRZ was developed in partnership with Toyota, sharing the platform and powertrain with the Toyota 86 (and Scion FR-S in North America).
        
     
    
        
            First Generation Launch:
        
        
            The first generation (first model years 2013/2014) marked Subaru's return to rear-wheel-drive vehicles after many years, focusing on a pure sports car experience.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Plant:
        
        
            Gunma Manufacturing Plant, Japan.