Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Subaru BRZ Limited, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Basic Inspection
CAUTION:
When it is impossible to locate the defective part after troubleshooting, perform the following basic inspection to determine the problem.
- Battery check
- Check the battery condition. (Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- Cranking operation inspection
- Check that the engine is cranked.NOTE: If not, refer to SYMPTOM TABLEΒ . (Refer to )
- Check that the engine is cranked.
- Engine starting inspection
- Check that the engine starts.NOTE: If not, refer to SYMPTOM TABLEΒ . (Refer to )
- Check that the engine starts.
- Air filter inspection
- Check the air filter.NOTE: When the air filter is dirty, clean or replace it.
- Check the air filter.
- Idle speed check
- Check the idle speed. (Refer to ENGINE (FA20) )
- Ignition timing inspection
- Check the ignition timing. (Refer to ENGINE (FA20) )
- Fuel pressure check
- Check the fuel pressure. (Refer to FUNCTION INSPECTION )
- Spark Inspection
- Check the spark. (Refer to CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY (FA20) )
- Compression inspection
- Check the compression. (Refer to ENGINE (FA20) )
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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