engine HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G Owners Manual

Contents
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument Panel P. 67
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 135
DrivingP. 191
MaintenanceP. 237
Handling the UnexpectedP. 285
InformationP. 311
IndexP. 323
Child Safety P. 56 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 104 Security System P. 105 Opening and Clos ing the Windows P. 107
Adjusting the Mirror P. 118 Adjusting the Seats P. 119
Climate Control System P. 131
Audio with Navigation System P. 151 Audio Error Messages P. 167 Audio Rem ote Controls P. 169
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
P. 173
When Driving P. 197 Braking P. 219 Parking Your Vehicle P. 223 Accessories and Modifications P. 235
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 245 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 258
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 269 12 Volt Battery P. 278 Remote Trans mitter Care P. 279
Cleaning P. 281
Engine Does Not Start P. 293 Jump Starting P. 294 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 296 Fuses P. 304 Emergency Towing P. 308 When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 310
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 315 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) P. 316
Customer Service Information P. 320 Warranty Coverages P. 321

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3-Mode Drive System
There are three driving modes for your vehicle: SPOR
T, NORMAL, and ECON. Each mode offers a different level of driving performance.
The mode buttons are located on the control panel. NORMAL mode, which is most suitable for all-purpose driving, is the default setting for your vehicle.
The indicator of the selected mode comes on.
SPORT ModeIncreases engine performance and handling. Suitable for driving at hills or curves in a mountain, or driving in a suburb. NORMAL Mode Balances driving performance and fuel
economy. Best for most driving situations. ECON Mode
Maximizes fuel economy. Provides longer auto idle stop operating time when the climate control system is in use.
*Not available on all models
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The main power source for the Honda IMA system is the gasoline engine. The electric motor assists the engine to improve fuel economy, based on current operating conditions.Tips to Improve Fuel Economy
To help your vehicle’s fuel economy: ●
Avoid aggressive acceleration/braking
● Monitor the ambient meter and the Eco drive bar
displayed on the multi-information display. It relects your driving style.
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Start-up/Low speed cruise/
Aggressive acceleration ● The electric motor assists the engine. Slow acceleration/ High speed cruise ●
Only the engine powers the vehicle. Deceleration ●
The IMA system charges
the IMA battery.
Stop ● Auto Idle Stop is in operation.
IMA
System
Electric MotorAssist
Eco Drive Bar Display IMA
Battery Fuel
Engine
ON IMA
System
Electric Motor OFF
IMA
Battery Fuel
Engine
ON
IMA
System
Electric Motor OFF
IMA
Battery Fuel
Engine
OFF
IMA
System
Charging IMA
Battery Fuel
Engine
OFFVehicle Speed
Time
The Honda IMA System
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2
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Depress the brake pedal. The vehicle speed goes below 6 mph (10 km/h).1. Depress the brake pedal.
The vehicle speed goes below 19 mph (30 km/h).
2. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal again.
2. Move the shift lever to .
3. Depress the accelerator pedal to resume driving.
•
Continue to depress the brake pedal.
• Move the shift
lever to .
• Release the clutch pedal.
Continue to depress the brake pedal. Release the brake pedal.
At
Automatic transmission (CVT)Manual transmission Engine status
Turning off
Off
Restarting
Deceleration Stop Start-up
Auto Idle Stop Function To improve fuel economy, the engine stops and then restarts as detailed belo w. When Auto Idle Stop is
on, the AUTO STOP indicator blinks.
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Safe Driving P. 2 9
Before Driving Checklist P.192
Before driving, check the seat positions, steering

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wheel and mirror adjustments. Airbags

P.41Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and

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your passenger during a moderate to severe collision.
Seat Belts
P.34Fasten your seat belt and sit with a correct driving

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posture. Check that your passenger is wearing their seat

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belt correctly.
Child Safety

P. 5 6Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers.

● If you decide to
disregard our recommendations and transport a child passenger, the child should be properly restrained. Never put a rear-facing child seat in the passenger's seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard
P. 6 4Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon

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monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
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Driving P.1 9 1
P
D
N
R
M● Shifting
Depress the brake pedal and press the release
button to move out of P .Move the shift lever without pressing the release button. Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked. Reverse Neutral
Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving.7-speed mode can be used.L mode is available.
Ignition Switch
Indicator
Shift Indicator
Shift Down (–) Paddle Shifter Shift Up (+)Paddle Shifter
Release

Button
Shift Lever
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode P.204
● Allows you to manually shift the transmission up or down without removing your hands from the steering wheel.

SPORT Mode● Pulling a paddle shifter changes the mode from automatic transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual shift mode. The M indicator and the selected speed number are
displayed in the shift indicator.

NORMAL Mode/ECON Mode● Pulling a paddle shifter temporarily changes
the mode from automatic transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual shift mode. The selected speed number is displayed in the
shift indicator.
L (Low) Mode
P.206● Use Low to get more power when climbing steep hills.
● Pull the + and - paddle shifters at the same time until the shift indicator display changes to "L".
Manual Transmission P.207
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
P .202
● Shift to and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
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VSA®
Off Button P.215
The vehicle stability assist (VSA

● ®
) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during sharp cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.VSA

● ®
comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.To turn VSA

● ®
on or off, press and hold the
button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control
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Cruise control allows you to maintain a set

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speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.To use cruise control, press the CRUISE

●
button, then press the DECEL/SET button when the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
P.
216
U.S. models only
TPMS monitors tire pressure.

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TPMS is turned on automatically every

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time you start the engine. Refueling
P. 2 3 1
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87
or higher
Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
Press and release the center of the rear edge
of the fuel fill door. You
hear a click. The door
pops open slightly.
Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to remove the cap.
Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill
d o o r.
After refueling, screw the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
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Maintenance P. 2 3 7
Under the Hood P. 2 4 5
Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer fluid.

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Add when necessary. Check transmission fluid (CVT).

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Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.

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Check the 12 volt battery regularly.

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Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
Locate the hood latch handle, pull the handle up, and lift up the hood.
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is
firmly locked in place.
Wiper Blades P. 2 6 6
Replace blades if they leave streaks

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across the windshield.
Lights
P. 2 5 8
Inspect all lights regularly.

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Tires
P. 2 6 9
Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

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Check tire pressure regularly.

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Install snow tires for winter driving.

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Handling the Unexpected

P. 2 8 5
Flat Tire P. 2 8 7
Park in a safe location and replace the flat

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tire with the compact spare tire located under the cargo area. Engine Won't Start

P. 2 9 3
If the 12 volt battery is dead, jump start it

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using a booster battery. Overheating

P. 2 9 7
Park in a safe location. If there is no steam

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coming out, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.
Indicators Come On P. 2 9 9
Identify the indicator and consult the

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owner's manual. Blown Fuse

P. 3 0 4
Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

●
device does not operate. Emergency Towing

P. 3 0 8
Call a professional towing service if you

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need to tow your vehicle.
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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas The exhaust gas from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon monoxide gas will not get into the interior.Have the Exhaust System Inspected for Leaks Whenever
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The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
●
The exhaust system may have been damaged.
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The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
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When you operate a vehicle with the hatch open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open, open both windows and set the climate control system as shown below. Select the fresh air mode.
1.
Select the
2.
mode.
Set the fan speed to high.
3.
Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
4. Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly ill up with carbon monoxide gas.Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.
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