oil viscosity HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G Owners Manual

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Driving
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to determine actual fuel consumed while driving. In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. For more information on how this test is performed, please visit http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per Gallon
100LiterKilometersL per 100 km
Fuel economy is dependent on several conditions, including driving conditions, your driving habits, and the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
Maintenance and Fuel Economy


You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle. Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the multi-information display.
Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended by the API Certification Seal.


Maintain the specified tire pressure.


Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.


Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside


adds weight and increases wind resistance.
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Recommended Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity. If you drive the vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail or be damaged.This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.
Genuine Honda Motor Oil

Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with

an API Certification Seal on the container.
Use a commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown below.
Synthetic Oil

You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity.
Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability.
Ambient Temperature
-20 0 20 40 60 80 100�F
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40�C
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid

Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Remove the bolts with a wrench and clips
2.
with a flat-tip screwdriver, then carefully remove the under cover.
3. Remove the transmission filler bolt and washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your fingers.
Check if the fluid level is up to the edge
of the bolt hole.
If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the
4.
bolt hole, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it runs out of the hole. Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then
5.
reinstall the filler bolt.
Tightening torque: 33 lbf∙ft (44 N∙m, 4.5 kgf∙m)
Reinstall the under cover with the bolts
6.
and clips.
Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API certiicated SAE 10 W-30 or 10 W-40 viscosity motor oil as a temporary measure.Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does not contain the proper additives for the transmission and continued use can cause stiffer shifting.
Under CoverBolt
Clip
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Index
Index O to S
continued
O
Odometer .........................................................................84
Oil (Engine)
....................................................................247
Adding ...........................................................................
249
Checking .......................................................................
24 8
Displaying Oil Life ....................................................
241
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..........................
68,299
Recommended Engine Oil .........................
2 4 7, 3 13
Viscosity ........................................................................
247
Opening/Closing Hatch ...............................................................................
10 4
Hood ...............................................................................
246
Power Windows .......................................................
107
Outside Temperature Display
............................84
Overheating
..................................................................297
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode)
......................................................................20,204
Panic Mode
....................................................................10 0
Parking
...................................................................223,230
Parking Brake
...............................................................219
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
................................................................68,302
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .......................53
Passing Indicators
.....................................................11 0
Power Flow Monitor
.................................................88
Power Windows
.........................................................107
Precautions While Driving
................................200
Rain .................................................................................
200
Pregnant Women
........................................................39
Puncture (Tire)
............................................................287
R
Radiator ............................................................................253
Radio (AM/FM)
..................................................14 3 ,15 4
Radio Data System (RDS)
.....................................14 4
RDS (Radio Data System)
.....................................14 4
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)
..........317
Rear Cargo Console
.................................................128
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
.............................................................................11 6
Rearview Mirror
.........................................................11 8
Refueling
.........................................................................231
Fuel Gauge ..............................................................
14 , 81
Gasoline ..............................................................
231,312
Low Fuel Indicator ......................................................
70
Regulations .................................................2 17, 2 7 2 , 3 15
Remote Transmitter
................................................10 0
Replacement Battery ............................................................................
279
Bulbs ................................................................................
258
Fuses ...............................................................................
304
Tires .................................................................................
275
Wiper Blade Rubber ...............................................
266
Reporting Safety Defects U.S. Vehicle
......316
Resetting a Trip Meter
............................................84
S
Safety Check ....................................................................33
Safety Labels
..................................................................65
Safety Message
..............................................................27
Seat Belts
...........................................................................34
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .........................
36
Checking .........................................................................
40
Fastening .........................................................................
37
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................................
60
Pregnant Women .......................................................
39
Reminder ........................................................................
35
Warning Indicator ................................................
35,70
Seats
....................................................................................119
Adjusting ......................................................................
119
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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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