emergency towing HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G Owners Manual

Contents
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument Panel P. 67
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 135
DrivingP. 191
MaintenanceP. 237
Handling the UnexpectedP. 285
InformationP. 311
IndexP. 323
Child Safety P. 56 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 104 Security System P. 105 Opening and Clos ing the Windows P. 107
Adjusting the Mirror P. 118 Adjusting the Seats P. 119
Climate Control System P. 131
Audio with Navigation System P. 151 Audio Error Messages P. 167 Audio Rem ote Controls P. 169
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
P. 173
When Driving P. 197 Braking P. 219 Parking Your Vehicle P. 223 Accessories and Modifications P. 235
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 245 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 258
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 269 12 Volt Battery P. 278 Remote Trans mitter Care P. 279
Cleaning P. 281
Engine Does Not Start P. 293 Jump Starting P. 294 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 296 Fuses P. 304 Emergency Towing P. 308 When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 310
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 315 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) P. 316
Customer Service Information P. 320 Warranty Coverages P. 321

Quick Reference Guide
23
Handling the Unexpected

P. 2 8 5
Flat Tire P. 2 8 7
Park in a safe location and replace the flat

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tire with the compact spare tire located under the cargo area. Engine Won't Start

P. 2 9 3
If the 12 volt battery is dead, jump start it

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using a booster battery. Overheating

P. 2 9 7
Park in a safe location. If there is no steam

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coming out, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.
Indicators Come On P. 2 9 9
Identify the indicator and consult the

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owner's manual. Blown Fuse

P. 3 0 4
Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

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device does not operate. Emergency Towing

P. 3 0 8
Call a professional towing service if you

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need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
Emergency Towing P.308
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
285
Tools
Types of Tools ........................................ 286
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ............................... 287
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine .............................. 293
Jump Starting .......................................... 294
Shift Lever Does Not Move .................... 296
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ................... 297 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On ............................................. 299If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On ............................................. 300If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks ............................... 301If the Brake System Indicator
Comes On ............................................. 302
If the EPS Indicator Comes On ................ 302
If the IMA Indicator Comes On ............... 303If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ................................ 303 Fuses
Fuse Locations ........................................ 304
Inspecting and Changing Fuses .............. 307
Emergency Towing ................................. 308
When You Cannot Open the Hatch ....... 310
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START
and check the
starter. Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle to jump start it.
Jump Starting P.294
Starter Condition Check List
Starter will not start at all. Starter turns over very slowly.The 12 volt battery may be dead. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly. Check brightness of the interior light.Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
•
12 Volt Battery Inspection and Maintenance P. 2 7 8
If the interior lights come on normally
•
Fuse Inspection and Replacement P. 3 0 4
The starter turns over normally but...There may be a problem with the fuse. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
Staring the Engine
P.1 9 7
Check the immobilizer system indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
Immobilizer System P.1 0 5
Check the fuel level. There should be enough fuel in the tank.
Fuel Gauge P.1 4
Check the fuse. Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 3 0 4
If the problem continues:
Emergency Towing P. 3 0 8
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.Flat Bed Equipment
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The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel Lift Equipment
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The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle. Emergency Towing
NOTICE Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the transmission. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift from side to side or break.
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
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Call a professional towing service if your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow. You can use the detachable towing hook to free the vehicle for very short distances.
1. Push the right edge of the cover with your finger, then remove it.Take the towing hook and the wheel nut
2.
wrench out of the cargo area.
3. Screw the towing hook into the hole, and tighten it securely with the wheel nut wrench.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
NOTICE To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook for straight, lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. This hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a lat bed. Do not use it as a tie down. Make sure to use the properly-designed and attached towing equipment.
NOTICE Do not slip the clutch for a long time to get unstuck. This may overheat and damage the transmission.
Cover
Wheel Nut Wrench
Towing Hook
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Index
Index C to D
Belts (Seat)
.......................................................................34
Beverage Holders
......................................................126
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
.............................17 3
Booster Seats
..................................................................63
Brake System
................................................................219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...........................
221
Brake Assist System ................................................
222
Fluid .................................................................................
256
Foot Brake ....................................................................
220
Indicator ................................................................
68,302
Parking Brake .............................................................
219
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
.....115
Bulb Replacement
....................................................258
Back-Up, Turn Signal and Rear Side Marker Lights ............................................................................
263
Brake/ Taillights ..........................................................
264
Fog Lights .....................................................................
260
Front Turn/Parking/Side Marker Lights ........
262
Headlights ....................................................................
258
High-Mount Brake Light .....................................
265
License Plate ...............................................................
265
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights ............................................................................
262
Bulb Specifications
...................................................312
C
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ....................................64
Carrying Cargo
..................................................192,19 4
Certification Label
...................................................314
CD Player
...............................................................14 5 ,15 6
Changing Bulbs
...........................................................258
Charging System Indicator
.........................69,300
Child Safety
.....................................................................56
Child Seat
..........................................................................56
Booster Seats ...............................................................
63
Child Seat for Infants ...............................................
58
Child Seat for Small Children ...............................
59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................................
60
Larger Children ...........................................................
62
Rear Facing Child Seat ............................................
58
Selecting a Child Seat ..............................................
59
Using Tether ...................................................................
61
CHRG (Battery Charge in Progress) Indicator
..........................................................................82
Cleaning the Exterior
.............................................283
Cleaning the Interior
..............................................281
Climate Control System
........................................131
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .
132
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................................
280
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ...........................
131
Sensors ...........................................................................
133
Using Automatic Climate Control Changing ..................................................................
131
Clock .....................................................................................98
Clutch Fluid
....................................................................256
Compact Spare Tire
........................................2 8 7, 3 13
Controls
...............................................................................97
Coolant (Engine)
........................................................252
Adding to the Radiator .........................................
253
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..............................
252
Overheating ................................................................
297
Temperature Indicators ....................................
73,74
Creeping (Automatic Transmission– CV T)
...................201
Cruise Control
..............................................................2 11
Indicator ...........................................................................
76
Cup Holder
.....................................................................126
Customer Service Information
........................320
Customized Features
................................................90
D
Daytime Running Lights ......................................112
Dead Battery
...............................................................294
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
.......................................................................132
Detachable Towing Hook
..................................309
Dimming Headlights ....................................................................
11 0
Dipstick (Engine Oil)
...............................................24 8
Directional Signals (Turn Signals)
.................11 0
Door Mirrors
.................................................................11 8
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330
Index
Index T
Security System
.........................................................105
Immobilizer System Indicator ...............................
75
Indicator ...........................................................................
76
SEL /RESET Button
........................................................83
Select Lever
...................................................20,202,207
Operation ....................................................
20,202,207
Releasing ......................................................................
296
Won’t Move ...............................................................
296
Selecting a Child Seat
...............................................59
Selector Knob (Audio)
...........................................141
Setting the Clock
.........................................................98
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode
..........20,204,205
Speed Position Indicator/M (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode) Indicator ................
20,203
Shift Lever
.............................................................202,207
Shift Lever Positions
.......................................20,203
Automatic Transmission (CV T) .................
20,203
Shift Up/Down Indicators
...........................76,20 8
Shifting (Transmission)
...............................202,207
Side Airbag
......................................................................48
Cutoff System ..............................................................
50
Off Indicator .................................................................
50
Side Curtain Airbag
....................................................51
Snow Tires
......................................................................277
Spare Tire
...............................................................2 8 7, 3 13
Spark Plugs
.....................................................................312
Specifications ......................................................312, 313
Specified Fuel
.....................................................231,312
Speedometer
...................................................................81
SPORT Mode Button
...........................................7, 21 0
SPORT Mode Indicator
.............................................76
SRS Airbags (Airbags)
..............................................44
Starting the Engine
.................................................197
Does Not Start ...........................................................
293
Jump Starting ............................................................
294
Steering Wheel
...........................................................117
Adjusting ......................................................................
117
Stopping
...........................................................................223
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel)
....2,3
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
..........44
System Message Indicator
....................................73
T
Tachometer .......................................................................81
Te m p e ra t u r e
.....................................................73,74 , 8 4
Indicators ..................................................................
73,74
Outside Temperature Display ..............................
84
Temperature Sensor
................................................133
3-Mode Drive System
.........................................7, 21 0
Mode Buttons ........................................................
7, 21 0
Time (Setting)
................................................................98 Tires
.....................................................................................269
Air Pressure .......................................................
270 , 313
Checking and Maintaining .................................
269
Inspection .....................................................................
269
Labeling .........................................................................
270
Puncture (Flat Tire) ..................................................
287
Regulations ..................................................................
272
Rotation .........................................................................
276
Spare Tire ............................................................
2 8 7, 3 13
Tire Chains ...................................................................
277
Wear Indicators .........................................................
274
Winter ............................................................................
277
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
.............................................................................216
Indicator .......................................................
72,216,217
Tools
....................................................................................286
Towing a Trailer
..........................................................19 6
Towing Your Vehicle
...............................................19 6
Emergency ..................................................................
308
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
...........................................................................216
Transmission
...............................................202,207,313
Automatic (CV T) ......................................................
202
Fluid .......................................................................
254,255
Manual ...........................................................................
207
Number .........................................................................
314
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ...........
20,204,205
Shift Position Indicator .................................
20,203
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331
Index
Index U to W
Trip Meter .........................................................................84
Troubleshooting
........................................................285
Blown Fuse ..................................................................
307
Brake Pedal Vibrates ..................................................
24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ..............
25
Emergency Towing ................................................
308
Engine Won’t Start .................................................
293
Noise When Braking .................................................
25
Overheating ................................................................
297
Puncture/Flat Tire .....................................................
287
Regular Gasoline ............................................
231,312
Shift Lever Won’t Move ......................................
296
Warning Indicators ....................................................
68
Turn signals
....................................................................11 0
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...............................
75
U
USB Adapter .......................................................13 6 ,13 8
USB Device
......................................................................137
Unlocking the Doors
................................................99
V
Vanity Mirrors ...................................................................5
Vehicle Identification Numbers
.....................314
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®
)
.........................214
Off Indicator ........................................................
71, 215
Off Switch ....................................................................
215
System Indicator ................................................
71, 215
Ventilation
.....................................................................131
Viscosity (Oil)
.......................................................2 4 7, 3 13
VSA ®
(Vehicle Stability Assist)
.........................214
W
Warning and Information Message .............78
Warning Indicator On/Blinking
......................299
Warning Labels
.............................................................65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately)
...................................................................321
Wat ts
..................................................................................312
Wear Indicators (Tire)
..........................................274
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)
...............290
Windows (Opening and Closing)
..................107
Window Washers
......................................................113
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................................
257
Switch .............................................................................
113Windshield
.....................................................................113
Cleaning .......................................................................
284
Defrosting/Defogging ...........................................
132
Wipers and Washers ..............................................
113
Washer Fluid ......................................................
2 5 7, 3 12
Wiper Blades ..............................................................
266
Winter Tires
...................................................................277
Snow Tires ...................................................................
277
Tire Chains ...................................................................
277
Wipers and Washers
...............................................113
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ........
266
WMA
.............................................14 5 ,14 9 ,15 6 ,15 8 ,16 5
Worn Tires
.....................................................................269
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