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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.MAX
MIN
Reserve
Tank
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 310
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The light goes off: Start driving again.
u The light does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the 12V Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the 12V Battery Chargin g System Indicator Comes
On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the 12V Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the 12-volt battery.
This indicator may also come on when the Auto Idle
Stop function is activated for a while. Restart the
engine. 2 Auto Idle Stop P. 267
This indicator may also come on when the IMA
battery charge drops below a desired level.
The engine starts to recharge the battery.
2 Auto Idle Stop P. 264
The indicator goes off when the battery is being
charged normally.
This indicator may blink after starting when the
outside temperature is belo w -20°F (-30°C). It will
stop blinking after the IMA battery warms up.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.
■What to do when the message appears:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
u If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
u The message should go off.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fu el fill cap using the procedures described
above.
■Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) blinks at the same
time when the Brake System Indicator (Amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) comes
on or blinks at the same time when the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) comes on
P. 376U.S.
Canada (Red)
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to OFF and check to see if
any applicable fuse is blown.Located near the + terminal on the 12-volt
battery.
Fuse locations are sh own on the fuse box
cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box (Type A)
Fuse Box
1. Pull on the tab to release the front of the
cover.
2. Pull up the cover by pushing the two tabs
as shown.
Replacement of engine compartment
fuses should be done by a dealer.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Battery100 A
2EPS70 A
3Horn, Stop, Hazard20 A
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located in the back of the engine
compartment on the left side.
Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover mark.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box (Type B)
Cover
Tabs
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1HAZARD10 A
2STOP/HORN10 A
3BACK UP30 A
4−−
Located under the driver side dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the back side of the cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box (Type A)
Fuse Label Cover
Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
aTAIL GATE LOCK10 A
b−−
cBACK UP10 A
dSTRD7.5 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1DOOR LOCK20 A
2−−
3SMART10 A
4R SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
5L SIDE DOOR UNLOCK(10 A)
6DR DOOR UNLOCK(10 A)
7−−
8DR P/W20 A
9DAY LIGHT(7.5 A)
10AS P/W20 A
11−−
12R SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
13L SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
14−−
15H/L HI R10 A
16−−
17DBW15 A
18MG CLUTCH7.5 A
19HEATED SEAT(15 A)
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories
off.
2. Check the fuses in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.
3. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 378 to P. 381.
There is a fuse puller in the tool box.
Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle's specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 388
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number ......................................... 390
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 391
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 392Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 393
Warranty Coverages ........................ 395
Authorized Manuals ......................... 397
Customer Service Information ......... 398
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelCR-Z
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear -
Total 2
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 3,263 lbs (1,480 kg)
Canada: 1,480 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 1,819 lbs (825 kg)
Canada: 825 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 1,455 lbs (660 kg)
Canada: 660 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement91 cu-in (1,497 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DIFR6D13
DENSO DK20PR-D13
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.6 US gal (40 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 L)
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Vehicle with discharge headlights
*2: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights
Headlights (Low Beam)35W (D4S)*1
55W (H11)*2
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)Fog Lights*35W (H8)
Front Turn Signal/Parking*/Side
Marker Lights 28W/8W
Parking*/Daytime Running* LightLED
Rear Side Marker Lights 3CP
Brake/TaillightsLED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LED
Back-Up Lights16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake LightsLED
License Plate Light 5W
Cargo Area Light5WInterior LightsFront8WRear3.4WVanity Mirror Lights*2WGlove Box Light1.4WCourtesy Lights2CP (3.8W)
* Not available on all models
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