wipers HONDA CR-Z 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
❙Wipers/Washers (P 113)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up) *
(P 206)
❙Brightness Control (P 115)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P 110)
❙Fog Lights*
(P 112)
❙Remote Audio Control Buttons (P 140)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)*
(P206)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P 212)
❙SEL/RESET Button (P 83)
❙ / (Information) Button (P 83)4
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons *
(P 173)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons *

() See Navigation System Manual
* Not available on all models

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 245)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 113, 266)
❙Door Lock/Unlock
Control (P 100)
❙Headlights
(P 110, 258)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights (P 110, 262)
❙Tires
(P 269, 287)
❙Fog Lights *
(P 112)❙Rear License Plate Light (P 265)
❙Brake/Taillights
(P 264)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 263)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 263)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 264)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P 265)
❙How to Refuel
(P 233)
❙Rear Wiper (P114,268)
❙Opening/Closing the Hatch (P 104)
❙Hatch Release
(P104)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights (P 110, 262)
❙Door Mirrors
(P 118)

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Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P97)
Turn Signals (P110)
Lights (P110)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing Wipers and Washers
(P113)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull toward you to spray
washer fluid.
Steering Wheel
(P117)
● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired
position, then lock the lever back in place.
* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 98
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 100
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 103
Opening and Closing the Hatch ....... 104
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 105
Security System Alarm ...................... 105
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 107Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 109
Turn Signals ..................................... 110
Light Switches.................................. 110 Fog Lights *
...................................... 112
Daytime Running Lights ................... 112
Wipers and Washers ........................ 113
Brightness Control ........................... 115
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 116
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 117 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 118
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 118
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 119
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 124
Interior Convenience Items .............. 125
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 132
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 134
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
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Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
■ MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of rain. ■ Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will 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.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermitte ntly, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
a MIST
b OFF
c INT: Intermittent
d LO: Low speed wipe
e HI: High speed wipe Pull to use washer.
Long delay Short delay
ADJ

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Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w .
■ Washer switch (OFF, ON)
The wiper operates intermittently after
completing a few sweeps. ■ Washer ( )
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
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.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1Rear Wiper/Washer
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 swi tch to OFF, and turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY
(q or LOCK (0, 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.
a ON: Intermittent
b OFF
c Washer
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)Continuous

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uuParking Your VehicleuAuto Idle Stop
Continued
Driving
Auto Idle Stop
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.
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
1Auto Idle Stop
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.
AUTO STOP Indicator

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uuParking Your VehicleuAuto Idle Stop
Driving
Auto Idle Stop
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.
Manual transmission models
1Auto Idle Stop
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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uuMaintenance Under the HooduOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood1.Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
uThe hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.
1Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifting the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
Hood Release
Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp

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Index
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 314
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 215
Off Button ............................................... 216
Off Indicator .............................................. 71
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Ventilation ................................................ 132
Viscosity (Oil) ..................................... 247, 313
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 215W
Warning and Information Messages
......... 78
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 299
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 319
Watts ......................................................... 312
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 274
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 290
Window Washers ..................................... 113
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 257
Switch ..................................................... 113
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 107
Windshield ................................................ 113
Cleaning ................................................. 284
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 133
Washer Fluid ........................................... 257
Wiper Blades ................................... 266, 268
Wipers and Washers................................ 113
Winter Tires .............................................. 277
Snow Tires .............................................. 277
Tire Chains .............................................. 277
Wipers and Washers ................................. 113
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades ................................................... 266
WMA ................. 145, 149, 156, 158, 162, 165