ECO mode HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G Technology Reference Guide

IMA Charge/Assist Gauge.........................................\1............................................15
Playing an iPod or USB Flash Memory Device ....................................\1............. 15
Voice Recognition (if equipped) ....................................\1...................................... 16
Navigation (if equipped) ....................................\1........................................\1............ 22
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®(HFL) (if equipped) ....................................\1........... 24
Owner Link ..........................................................\1..................................................\1.. 27
Safety Reminder ....................................\1....................................\1.............................. 28
Fuel Recommendation.........................................\1.................................................. 28
Auto Door Locks .....................................................................................................
2
Fuel Fill Door ............................................................................................................. 3
Instrument Panel Indicators ................................................................................... 4
MultiInformation Display (MID) ........................................................................... 6
3Mode Drive System .............................................................................................. 8
Eco Assist
TM................................................................................................................ 9
Auto Idle Stop .........................................................................................................12
Paddle Shifting .........................................................................................................13
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........................................................ 14
MULTIINFORMATION
DISPLAYp.6
VOICE RECOGNITION p.16
INSTRUMENT PANEL p.4
\fMODE DRIVE SYSTEM p.8
ECO ASSISTTMp.9
T E C H N O L O G Y R E F E R E N C E G U I D E
The Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you
get acquainted with your new Honda and provide reference
instructions on driving controls and convenience items. This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation\b please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual. As with the Owner’s Manual\b this guide covers all models
of the CRZ. Therefore\b you may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your particular model.
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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on\b there may be a problem; see a dealer
On\bOff Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
SPORT modeon
VSA Activation OFFFog lightson(if equipped)
Exterior lights on
Turn signals/hazards on
Auto Idle Stopon(blinking)
NORMAL mode on
ECON modeon
High beamson
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
ABS(antilock brake system)
Low tire pressure on:
Add air
Message indicator:
See MID
High temperature indicator:
Pull over and cool down
engine
IMA System
Malfunction lamp(check engine light)
VSA(vehicle stability assist)SRS(supplemental restraint system)
EPS(electronic power steering)
Low temperature
TPMS (blinks and stays on)(tire pressure monitoring system)
Transmission (blinks)
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Hatch open:
Close door(s) / hatch
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
Low fuel:
Refill
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information.
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CRUISE MAIN on
PASSENGER
AIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(center audio panel)
Manual Transmission
Shift Indicators
Note: Indicators do not
come on in SPORT mode.
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Activating the ECON Mode
Helps you further maximize your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions.1.Press theECON mode button.
2. TheECON mode indicator
comes on.
3. Check the MID.
4.Press either INFO (/)
button and toggleto the Eco
Guide Feedback Monitor.
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\f M O D E D R I V E S Y S T E M
Select one of three different modes of driving styles.
E C O A S S I S TT M
Monitors your driving style\b then provides realtime feedback you can use to develop a
style that maximizes fuel economy. It is always on and consists of the ECO Guide (on
the MID)\b Ambient Meter\b ECON Mode button\b and ECON indicator.
Driving Modes
Normal Mode
• Achieves the best balance of driving performance
and fuel economy.
• This is the default mode at engine start.
• Ambient meter changes from blue to green.
Sport Mode
• Enhanced steering\bhandling\b and
performance response.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Ambient meter turns red.
Econ Mode
• Fuel economy is prioritized over engine
response and climate
control.
• Ambient meter changes from blue to
green.
Once a mode is
selected\b a message
briefly appears on the
MID\b and the mode
indicator remains on.
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Driver Feedback
Realtime Fuel Efficiency Coach
Driving StyleEco Drive \far(on the MID)Ambient Meter
\fackground Color ChangesFuel Efficiency
Smooth\b steady
acceleration
maximizes fuel efficiencyHigh
Low
Smooth\b steady
deceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Rapid deceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Goals:
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at GREEN.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel efficiency.
Deceleration
EfficientZones
Inefficient
Braking Zone Inefficient
Driving ZoneAcceleration
ECO Assist Scoring
Monitors the fuel efficiency of your driving style in real time and converts results
into leaves\b which are displayed in a series of five “plant” icons on the MID.
Once you start your vehicle\b make sure the MID shows the Eco Guide
Monitor on the display to view your Eco Assist score in real time.
As you drive\b you earn leaves if you drive in a fuelefficient manner\b or lose
them if you drive inefficiently.
When you turn the ignition off\b your drive cycle and lifetime score are
displayed on the MID.
Eco Score
Each time you reach
a new stage\b a Stage
Up Recognition icon
briefly appears on
the MID. When you
reach the highest
ranking\b a Trophy
icon briefly appears.
NORMAL/ECON mode shown
Drive Cycle
Score
Stage 1Stage \bStage 3
LifetimeScore
First Stage Up Recognition Second Stage Up
Recognition Last Stage Up
Recognition
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AUTO IDLE STOP
Under certain conditions\b the Auto Idle Stop system shuts the engine off at a stop in
order to maximize fuel efficiency. Idle stop duration may vary depending on the
outside humidity.
How It Works
Manual Restart Assist*
While driving\b the
engine is on. A U T O M A T I C T R A N S M I S S I O N
While at a stop\b
with the brake
pedal pressed\b the
engine turns off. When you take your
foot off the brake
pedal\b the engine
turns back on.
Note: Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come to a stop while driving with the
transmission in D or N position.
While driving\b the
engine is on. M A N U A L T R A N S M I S S I O N
While at a stop
with the brake
pedal pressed and
the transmission
in neutral\b the
engine turns off. When you take
your foot off the
brake pedal and
fully depress the
clutch\b the engine
turns back on.
Paddle Modes
P A D D L E S H I F T I N G *
While in the D position\b 7Speed Manual Shift Mode allows you to manually shift your
vehicle’s speeds up or down. Useful for engine braking or when driving in hilly terrain
or cornering.
If this message appears on the MID\b make sure the clutch
pedal is fully depressed to restart the engine.
*in manual transmission vehicles *in automatic transmission vehicles
Pull
() to shift down. Pull(
+ ) to shift up.
DECELERATESTOPRESTART
NORMAL or ECON Mode
•
Pull (+) or () to temporarily switch from
automatic to manual shift mode.
• The speed number is displayed on the shift indicator display.
• When the vehicle’s speed is constant\b the mode returns to automatic.
SPORT Mode
•Pull (+) or () to switch to manual shift mode.
• The M indicator and speed number are displayed on the shift indicator display.
• Pull (+) or () to change transmission speeds.
• Pull and hold (+) to cancel this mode.
L (Low) Mode
•Pull and hold (+) and () at the same time
until L is displayed on the shift indicator display.
• Use this mode to get higher torque when climbing steep hills.
• Pull and hold again to cancel this mode.
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O W N E R L I N K
Owner Link allows you to explore features and technologies specific to your vehicle\b
schedule service appointments\b obtain and update maintenance and service records\b
manage your financial services account\b and access other useful information. Register
at www.owners.honda.com to ensure that you continue to enjoy the experience of
owning a Honda.Press and release the HFL Talk button before you give a command.
HFL Phonebook
1. Say “Phonebook.”
Store up to 5\f names and their phone numbers\b which can be used
as speed dials.
2.Say “Store.” 3.
Say the name of the contact\b
and then the phone number.
4. To call a contact once an entry is stored\b say“Call Mike.”
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command.
Cellular Phonebook* (models with navigation)
1.Say “Display Information” and
“Cellular Phone.”
Import your entire cell phone’s address book to the navigation system.
*not available on all phones
2.
Say “Import Cellular Phonebook.” 3. HFL begins to import your
contacts to the system.4. To call a contact\b say“Search
Imported Phonebook” and select
the name and number.
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