air conditioning HONDA CR-Z 2013 1.G Technology Reference Guide

Activating the ECON Mode
Note\fWhen turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, cruise
control, and air conditioning system are adjusted to achieve maximum fuel efficiency.
\f. Press the ECON mode button.
2. The ECON mode indicator
comes on.
3. Check the MID.
4. Presseither INFO (p/q)
button and toggle to the
Ecological Drive Display.
E C O A S S I S TT M
Provides real\btime feedback on your driving style so you can learn how to maximize
fuel efficiency. It consists of the Ecological Drive Display (on the MID), Ambient Meter,
ECON Mode button, and ECON indicator.
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Driver Feedback
Realtime Fuel Efficiency Coach
Driving StyleEco Drive Bar
(on the MID)Ambient Meter
Background Color ChangesFuel Efficiency
Smooth, steady
acceleration
maximizes fuel efficiencyHigh
Low
Smooth, steady
deceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Rapid deceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Goals\f
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at GREEN.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel efficiency.
Deceleration
EfficientZones
Inefficient
Braking Zone Inefficient
Driving ZoneAcceleration
NORMAL/ECON mode shown
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