HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: HONDA, Model Year: 2011, Model line: CR-Z, Model: HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.GPages: 333, PDF Size: 9.97 MB
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Turn Signals Light Switches
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
Light Switches Manual Operation
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Rotating the light switch turns the lights on and off, regardless of the position of the ignition switch.
Low Beams
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Rotate the light switch to
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High Beams
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Push the lever forward until you hear a click. Pull the lever back to return to low beams.
Flashing the High Beams
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Pull the lever back and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
Light Switches
If you remove the key with the lights on, a lights on
reminder chime will sound. When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the instrument panel will be on.
Indicators P. 6 8
Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off reduces the life of the HID headlight bulbs.If you sense that the level of the headlights is abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer. Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off because it will cause the battery to discharge.
H igh Beam s
Lo w B eam s
Flashing
the high beam s
Turns on parking, side marke r,
tail, and license plate lights Tu rns on headlights, parking,
side marker, tail, and license plate lights
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Light Switches
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
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Automatic lighting control can be used when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
When you turn the light switch to
AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch on and off automatically depending on the ambient brightness.
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities. The light sensor is in the location shown below. Do not cover this light sensor with anything; otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not work properly. You can change the AUTO light sensitivity using the multi-information display.
Customization Procedure P. 9 0
Light Sensor
*Not available on all models
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lights*
Fog Lights
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the instrument panel will be on.They go off when the headlights turn off, or when the daytime running lights are on.
Indicators P. 6 8
When the low beam headlights are on, turn the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights and indicator come on slightly dimmer than normal. The ignition switch is in ON
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II.
The headlight switch is off, or in
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The parking brake is released.
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The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition switch will turn off the daytime running lights. The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight switch is turned on.
Fog Light Switch
Daytime Running Lights
When there is a problem with the daytime running lights system, "CHECK DRL SYSTEM" appears on the multi-information display. Have your vehicle checked at a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Wipers and Washers
Wipers and Washers
Wipers and Washers
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are operating intermittently, the interval decreases by about four seconds. Also, when the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a single sweep. In the shortest delay setting (
), the wipers
change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).
NOTICE Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged. Turn the washers off if no washer luid comes out. The pump may get damaged.
NOTICE In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Front Wiper/Washer
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The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
MIST
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The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.
Wiper Switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
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Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of rain.
Adjusting the Delay
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Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay.
Washer
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Sprays while you pull the lever toward you. When you release the lever, the wipers make two or three more sweeps before stopping.
Pull to use
washer.
Intermittent Time Adjustment Ring
MIST OFF
INT: IntermittentLO: Low speed wipeHI: High speed wipeLong delay Short delay
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Wipers and Washers
Rear Wiper/Washer
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The rear wiper and washer can be used when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
Wiper Switch (OFF, ON)
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The wiper operates intermittently after completing a few sweeps.
Washer (
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Sprays while you rotate the switch to this position.Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the washer. Once released, it stops operating after a few more sweeps.
Operating in Reverse
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When you shift the transmission to
R with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper
operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.
Front Wiper Position Rear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent) Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe) HI (High speed wipe) Continuous
Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe place. Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
or LOCK ,
then remove the obstacle. The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation will return to normal within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to normal.
ON: Intermittent OFF
Washer
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Brightness Control
Brightness Control
Brightness Control
The brightness of the instrument panel varies according to whether the headlights are on or off.The instrument panel dims to reduce glare when you turn the light switch to
or , or the
exterior lights are on with the light switch in AUTO position. Pressing either
(information) button
switches the display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightn ess
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels the reduced instrument panel brightness when the parking lights are on. The brightness can be set differently for when the exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
When the parking lights are turned on and the ignition switch is in ON
II, you can use the
brightness control knob to adjust instrument panel brightness. Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beeper when the brightness reaches minimum or maximum. The multi-information display will return to its original state several seconds after you adjust the brightness.
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The brightness level is shown on the multi-information display while you are adjusting it.As the brightness level increases to the right, the instrument panel gets brighter.
Control Knob
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to damage the heating wires.It is critical to wipe the window from side to side along the defogger heating wires. This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off when the window has been defogged.Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is idling. This may weaken the 12 volt battery, making it dificult to start the engine.
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON II.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors automatically switch off after 10–30 minutes depending on the outside temperature. However, if the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C) or below, they do not automatically switch off.
* Not available on all models
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving.
WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture. 1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.
The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
Move the steering wheel up or down, and
2.
in or out.
Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.
Push the steering wheel adjustment
3.
lever down to lock the steering wheel in position.
After adjusting the position, make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.
To lock
To adjust
Lever
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Adjusting the Mirror
Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving posture.Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions
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Flip the tab to switch the position. The night position will help to reduce the glare from headlights behind you when driving after dark.
Door Mirrors You can adjust the door mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
Mirror Position Adjustment
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L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the center position. Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move the mirror.
Adjusting the Mirror
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility.Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
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Adjustment Switch
Selector Switch
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Adjusting the Seats
Adjusting the Seat PositionAdjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,
well back in the seat and be able to adequately press the pedals without leaning forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. The
passenger’s seat should be adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard as possible.
Move back.
Allow suficient space.
Adjusting the Seats
The National Highway Trafic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and their chest. Always make seat adjustments before driving.Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position.
WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining control of the vehicle.
Driver’s seat is shown.
Height Adjustment (Driver's seat only)Pull up or push down the lever to raise or lower the seat. Horizontal Position AdjustmentPull up on the bar to move
the seat, then release the bar.
Seat-back Angle AdjustmentPull up the lever to change the angle.
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