pressure HONDA CR-Z 2011 1.G Owners Manual

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TachometerSpeedometer
Ambient Meter
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator CHRG/ASST Indicators
Instant Fuel Economy GaugeMulti-Information Display
Security Alarm System Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Shift Up/Down Indicator *
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode Indicator
* Fuel Gauge
Instrument Panel
P. 6 7
Gauges P.81 Multi-Information Display
P.83 System Indicators
P.68
Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator *
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

12 Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®
)
System Indicator

VSA ®
OFF Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators

Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Indicator

IMA System Indicator

Auto Idle Stop Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator

Supplemental Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off Indicator
U.S. models only
Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Door/Hatch Open Indicator

Cruise Main Indicator

Cruise Control Indicator

System Message Indicator
Lights Reminders
System Indicators System Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator

Low Temperature Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator
System Indicators
SPORT Mode Indicator

NORMAL Mode Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator
System Indicators
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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
P.2 11
Cruise control allows you to maintain a set

●
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.

●
TPMS is turned on automatically every

●
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.

●
Add when necessary. Check transmission fluid (CVT).

●
Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.

●
Check the 12 volt battery regularly.

●
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

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

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

●
Check tire pressure regularly.

●
Install snow tires for winter driving.

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What to Do If
The ignition switch does not turn from
0 to I. Why?
The steering wheel may be locked.•
• Try to turn the steering wheel left and
right while turning the ignition key.
The ignition switch does not turn from
I to 0 and I
cannot remove the key. Why?
The shift lever should be moved to P on the automatic
transmission (CVT) model.
Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes? This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the brake pedal.
Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter? If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors relock automatically.
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Safe Driving
For Safe Driving
The following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the most important. Important Safety PrecautionsDon’t Drink and Drive
■
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either.
Pay Appropriate Attention to the Task of Driving Safely
■
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some attention away from driving.
Control Your Speed
■
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition
■
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tires’ pressure and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
Important Safety Precautions
Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use of cell phones (other than hands-free devices) by the driver while driving.
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
IndicatorName On/Blinking Explanation Message
U.S.
Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Comes on briefly when you turn

•
the ignition switch to ON
II, then
goes off (comes on when the parking brake is applied).Comes on when the brake fluid

•
level is low.Comes on if there is a problem

•
with the brake system.The beeper sounds and the

•
indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Comes on while driving

• - Make sure
the parking brake is released. Check
the brake fluid level.
What to Do When It Comes On While Driving P.302
Comes on along with the ABS

•
indicator - Have the vehicle checked
by a dealer.
If the Brake System Indicator Comes
On P.302
U.S. Canada
Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes on when you turn the

•
ignition switch to ON
II, and goes
off when the engine starts. Comes on when the engine oil

•
pressure is low. Comes on during driving

• -
Immediately stop in a safe place. If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On P.299
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
IndicatorName On/Blinking Explanation Message
Door/Hatch Open Indicator Comes on for a few seconds if you

•
turn the ignition switch to ON
II,
then goes off. Comes on if the hatch or either

•
door is not completely closed. Goes off if both doors and the hatch

•
are closed.
EPS (Electric Power Steering System) Indicator Comes on when you turn the

•
ignition switch to ON
II, and goes
off when the engine starts. Comes on if there is a problem

•
with the EPS (Electric Power Steering System). Stays on constantly or does not

•
come on at all - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
If the EPS Indicator Comes On P.302
U.S. models only
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS IndicatorComes on briefly when you turn

•
the ignition switch to ON
II.
Comes on if the tire pressure of any

•
of the tires becomes significantly low.Blinks for about one minute, and

•
then stays on if there is a problem with the TPMS, or when a compact spare tire is temporarily installed. Comes on during driving

• - Stop in
a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary. Blinks and remains on

• - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
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Driving
This chapter describes driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
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Before Driving
Driving Preparation ................................. 192
Maximum Load Limit .............................. 194
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle .............................. 196
When Driving Starting the Engine ................................. 197
Precautions While Driving ....................... 200
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................ 201Shifting (Automatic Transmission - CVT) .202
Shifting (Manual Transmission) ............... 207
3-Mode Drive System ............................. 210
Cruise Control ........................................ 211 VSA
®
(Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ....... 214TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .216
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation .................. 217
Braking Brake System .......................................... 219
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 221
Brake Assist System ................................ 222
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ....................................... 223Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission -
CVT) ....................................................... 224 Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission) ..... 227
Parking ................................................... 230
Refueling Fuel Information ..................................... 231
How to Refuel ........................................ 232
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy ........................ 234
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ............................................. 235
Modifications ......................................... 235
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.Check Items Before Getting In the Vehicle

■
Make sure there is no obstruction on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights,

•
or other parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. When frozen hard, remove ice once it has softened.
When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel or wheel components.
Make sure the hood is securely closed.

•
If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
Make sure the tires are in good condition.

•
Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
Checking and Maintaining Tires P.269
Make sure there is no person or object behind or around the vehicle.

•
There are blind spots from the inside.
Check Items in the Compartment

■
Store or secure all items on board properly.

•
Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Maximum Load Limit P.194
Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

•
They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
Check Items Before Getting On the Vehicle
NOTICE If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing. Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder. You will be unable to insert key if the hole freezes.
Check Items in the Compartment
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and typically does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualiied technician.
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Driving
When Driving Starting the Engine
Creep Aid System
■
Automatic transmission (CVT) model
With the shift lever in D or N, this feature applies brake pressure briefly as you
release the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Hill Start Assist System
■
Manual transmission model
Hill start assist feature helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator. Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to
1 when facing uphill, or R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal. The brakes remain engaged briefly as you release the brake pedal.
Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and will not operate on small inclines. Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking brake. Hill start assist will still operate even when VSA ®
is
switched off.
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