engine HONDA CR-Z 2012 1.G Technology Reference Guide

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
VSAOFFFog lights on(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\b Brake system
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 OFF(center audio panel)
Manual Transmission
Shift Indicators
Note: Indicators do not
come on in SPORT mode.
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Accessing the MultiInformation Display
MID Main Display
Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®*
Customize Settings
Oil Life
IMA System PowerFlow Monitor
Average Vehicle Speed
Ecological Drive Display
Average Fuel Economy Records
Average Fuel Economy A
Range
Elapsed Time
*if a phone is paired and active
MID Main Displays
When you start the engine\b the
MID shows the main display.
Info
\futtons
SEL/RESET
\futton
To toggle between the MID
displays\bpresseither Info
button (/) for the main
displays\b and pressSEL/RESET
for the subdisplays.
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MULTIINFORMATION DISPLAY (MID)Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
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Activating the ECON Mode
NOTE:When turned on\b performance of the vehicle’s engine\b transmission\b cruise
control\b and air conditioning system may be affected to achieve maximum fuel economy.
1. Press theECON mode button.
2. TheECON mode indicator
comes on.
3. Check the MID.
4.Press either INFO (/)
button and toggleto the
Ecological Drive Display.
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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
Provides realtime feedback on your driving style so you can learn how to maximize fuel
economy. It is always on and consists of the Ecological Drive Display (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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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
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
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.
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.
Manual Restart Assist
If this message appears on the MID\b make sure the clutch
pedal is fully depressed to restart the engine.
*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.
Note:
Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come to a stop while driving with the
transmission in D or N position.
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i P o d®O R U S B F L A S H D R I V E
Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s
audio system.
Connecting Devices and Playing Audio Files
1. Pull out the USB adapter cable from
the center pocket.3. Press CD/AUX or AUX to begin
playing.
4. Press
orto change tracks.
2.Connect the USB connector to your
iPod dock connector or flash drive.
iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc .,
registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod not included.
How It Works
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
Each tire valve stem
contains a TPMS sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below
recommended levels\b the low
tire pressure indicator comes
on and “CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE” appears on the MID.
What to Do
1. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s)\b if necessary\b
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
IMA CHARGE\bASSIST GAUGE
Shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA).
IMA Gauge
The gauge shows you when the IMA motor
is assisting the engine or charging the battery.
Note: The IMA assist may not operate if it is
extremely hot or cold outside, or if the battery is
low on charge.
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