climate control HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G User Guide

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Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
■
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air mode. Press the
button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
To Rapidly Defrost the Windows
■
1. Press the
button.
Press the
2.
button.
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower limit.When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the windshield may fog up. If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that the air hits the side windows. For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.
To Rapidly Defrost or Defog the Windows
After defrosting or defogging the windows, switch over to fresh air mode.If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes visibility.
On automatic transmission (CVT) model
Pressing the button restarts the engine
automatically during the auto idle stop.
On manual transmission model To defog during the auto idle stop, restart the engine as follows.
Make sure the shift lever is in
1.
.
Depress the clutch pedal fully.
2.
Press the
3.
button.
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Climate Control System Automatic Climate Control Sensors
Automatic Climate Control SensorsThe automatic climate control system is equipped with a sunlight sensor and an interior temperature/humidity sensor. Do not cover or spill any liquid on them.
Sunlight Sensor
Temperature/
Humidity Sensor
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When Driving
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
Automatic transmission (CVT) model
Check that the shift lever is in
2. P, then
depress the brake pedal.
Although it is possible to start the vehicle in
N, it is safer to start it in P.
Manual transmission model
Check that the shift lever is in
2. N. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right foot, and the clutch pedal with your left foot.
The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to start the engine.
Starting the Engine
Keep your foot irmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine. The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain. If the exhaust sounds abnormal or if you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system.
Brake Pedal
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
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When Driving Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Creeping
■
The following conditions cause the engine to run at high revolutions, and increase creeping:
Immediately after the engine starts.

•
When the climate control system is in use.

• Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed.
Kickdown

■
Depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to
drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.
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When Driving 3-Mode Drive System
3-Mode Drive System Driving mode is in NORMAL when you turn the ignition switch to ON
II.
To change driving modes, press the desired mode button. The corresponding mode indicator comes on in the instrument panel, and the mode icon appears briefly on the multi-information display. 3-Mode Drive System
To keep the system in the ECON mode the next
time the ignition switch is turned to ON
, change
the customized setting on the multi-information display.
Customized Features P. 9 0
The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by changing the engine, transmission, climate control system, cruise control, and IMA system performances. While in the ECON mode, the climate control system has greater temperature luctuations.
Ù Select a driving mode
and press the button.
Ù The selected driving mode
indicator comes on.
SPORT Mode Button NORMAL Mode Button ECON Mode Button
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT) To help maximize fuel economy, Auto Idle Stop shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The AUTO STOP indicator blinks at this time.The engine then restarts once the vehicle is about to move again, and the indicator goes off. If the driver’s door is opened while the indicator is blinking, a buzzer sounds to notify you that the auto idle stop function is in operation.
Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
The duration of the Auto Idle Stop operation: Increases

• in the ECON mode compared to
normal or sport mode with climate control in use.Decreases

• if you operate the wipers and climate
control simultaneously.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
■
The idle stop is done when the vehicle stops with the shift lever in D and the brake
pedal depressed. Auto Idle Stop Does Not Activate When:
■
The low temperature indicator is on.

•
The IMA battery charge is low.

•
The bars of the ASST/CHRG indicators do not move when accelerating or

•
decelerating. The transmission fluid temperature is low.

•
The vehicle comes to a stop again before the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph

•
(15 km/h) after the engine starts.Stopped on a steep incline.

•
The shift lever is in a position other than

•
D or N.
Airflow from the climate control system increases.

•
If you have selected the fan speed manually:
The display shows more than five vertical bars.
Shift mode is in the L mode.

•

• is on (the indicator is on).
Auto Idle Stop May Not Activate When:
■
The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between

•
the set temperature and the actual interior temperature. (Except when in ECON mode).When humidity in the interior is high.

•
The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly.

•
Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
The brake pedal is depressed, and the vehicle slows down to a speed below 6 mph (10 km/h).
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - CVT)
The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
■
The brake pedal is released.
Engine Restarts Even If the Brake Pedal is Depressed When:
■
The shift position is changed to

•
R.
Shift mode set in the L mode.

•
The accelerator pedal is depressed.

•
The pressure to the brake pedal is reduced and the vehicle starts moving while

•
stopped on an incline. The IMA battery charge becomes low.

•
The low temperature indicator comes on.

•
The climate control system is in use, and the difference between the set

•
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.The climate control system is being used to dehumidify the interior.

•
The pressure on the brake pedal is repeatedly applied and released slightly.

•
The

•
(windshield defogger) button is pressed.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission) To help maximize fuel economy, the engine automatically stops when the vehicle comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The AUTO STOP indicator blinks at this time. The engine then restarts once the vehicle is about to move again when you depress the clutch pedal fully, and the indicator goes off.If the driver’s door is opened while the indicator is blinking, a buzzer sounds to notify you that the auto idle stop function is in operation.
Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
If the Auto Idle Stop operating time lasts long enough to lower the 12 volt battery charge or the IMA battery charge, the engine may not restart automatically.Manually turn off the engine when you leave your vehicle. The duration of auto idle stop operation: Increases

• in the ECON mode compared to
normal or sport mode with climate control in use.Decreases

• if you operate the wipers and climate
control simultaneously.
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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
■
Stopping with the brake, the clutch pedal is fully depressed, and the shift lever is in
N.
To restart the engine automatically, depress the clutch pedal.
Auto Idle Stop Does Not Activate When:
■
The low temperature indicator is on.

•
The IMA battery charge is low.

•
The bars of the ASST/CHRG indicators do not move when accelerating or

•
decelerating. The vehicle comes to a stop again before the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph

•
(15km/h) after the engine starts.The shift lever is in

•
R.
Airflow from the climate control system increases.

•
If you have selected the fan speed manually:
The display shows more than five vertical bars.

• is on (the indicator is on).
Auto Idle Stop May Not Activate When:
■
The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between

•
the set temperature and the actual interior temperature. (Except when in ECON mode).When humidity in the interior is high.

•
The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly

•
Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
The brake pedal is depressed, the vehicle slows down to a speed below 19 mph (30 km/h), and the clutch pedal is fully pressed. The engine may not stop or restart automatically if you fail to fully depress the clutch pedal.
Keeping the proper driving positions makes it easie r
for you to depress the clutch pedal fully.
Adjusting the Seats P.11 9
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