ignition HONDA CR-Z 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it. ■Locking the driver's door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
■ Locking the passenger's door
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■ Lockout preventi on system
The doors and the hatch cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and either door or the hatch is open.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all the
doors and hatch lock at the same time. When
unlocking, the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the
key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the
passenger’s door and the hatch.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 90
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the doors and
hatch lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in the vehicle.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
Your vehicle locks all doors and unlocks the driver’s door automatically when a
certain condition is met. ■Drive lock mode
The auto door lock function automatically locks all the doors and hatch when the
vehicle reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). ■ Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P with the brake pedal
depressed. The settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
■ Ignition switch unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the igni tion switch is moved out of ON
(w. The
settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
■Auto Door Locking
■Auto Door Unlocking
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information
display. 2 Customized Features P. 90
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch: •Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another ve hicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the doors, hatch, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter. ■ When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and all of the exterior lights flash. ■ To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key or remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w . The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0 , and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• Both doors and the hatch are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set. ■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w . The security system
alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■ Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when unlocking the door with
the lock tab or the master door lock switch.
If the 12 volt battery goes de ad after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Panic Button
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Controls
Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w, using the switches on the doors. The driver side switches can be used to open
and close both windows.
The power window lock button on the driver side must be switched off (not pushed
in) to open and close the passenger’s window from the passenger's side.
When the power window lock button is pushed in, you can only operate the driver's
window. Turn the power window lock button on if a child rides in the passenger’s seat.
■Automatic operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly. ■ Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the window reaches the desired position.
■Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.
3WARNING
Closing a power window on someone's
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passenger is away from the
window before closing it.
ON
OFF
Power Window Lock Button
Driver’s
Window Switch
Passenger’s
Window Switch
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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
1Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
(P.
If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY (q, a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the multi-information display: • In LOCK
(0 : REMOVE KEY
• In ACCESSORY
(q : RETURN IGNITION SWITCH
TO LOCK (0) POSITION
The buzzer will stop when you take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY
(q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
3WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
while driving locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose co ntrol of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch
only when parked.
Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
All models
(0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
(w ON: This is the pos ition when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
(w when you let go of
the key.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluTurn Signals
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Controls
Turn SignalsThe turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch. ■High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click. ■ Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams. ■ Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■Manual Operation
1Light Switches
If you remove the key fr om the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
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.
Models with high voltage discharge tube bulbs
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and rear license plate
lights
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Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w .
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.
uYou can change the AUTO light
sensitivity setting.
2 Customized Features P. 90
■Automatic Lighting Control *1Automatic 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.
Adjust the AUTO light sensitivity as follows:
SettingThe exterior lights come on
when the ambient light is at
MAXBright
HIGH
MID
LOW
MINDark
Light Sensor
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluFog Lights*
Controls
Fog Lights *
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 come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following
conditions have been met:
The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have
been met: •The ignition switch is in ON
(w .
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
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.
1Fog Lights *
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument panel will be on. 2 Indicators P. 66
Fog Light Switch
Models with bulb type parking lights
Models with LED type parking/daytime running lights
Models with bulb type parking lights
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
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
HI : High speed wipe Pull to use washer.
LO
: Low speed wipe
INT
: Intermittent
OFF
MIST
Long delay Short delay
ADJ
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