check engine light HONDA CR-Z 2014 1.G User Guide

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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The 12 volt battery may be dead.
Check each of the items on the
right and respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on the interior light s and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the 12 Volt Battery P. 264●If the interior lights come on normally

2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 304
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.

2Starting the Engine P. 180
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 107
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.

2Fuel Gauge P. 81
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 304
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 305
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 291

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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12 volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the grounding strap as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster
Battery

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 234
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada (Red)

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Check the fuses in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.
3. Inspect the small fuses in the vehicle
interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 301 to P. 302.
There is a fuse puller on the fuse box.
Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller

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Index
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 249
Battery ....................................................... 264
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 297
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt Battery) ............... 264
Maintenance
(Replacing the Button Battery)................ 266
Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG) ............ 82
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 129
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............... 88, 160
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 210
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 212
Brake Assist System ................................. 213
Brake System Indicator............................. 299
Fluid ........................................................ 242
Foot Brake ............................................... 211
Indicator .................................................. 299
Parking Brake .......................................... 210
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 244
Back-Up Lights......................................... 249
Brake/Taillight .......................................... 250
Bulb Specifications ................................... 310
Fog Lights ................................................ 246
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 248
Headlights ............................................... 244 High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 251
Parking/Daytime Running Light................ 248
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 251
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Light...................................................... 248
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 62
Cargo Cover .............................................. 133
Carrying Cargo ................................. 175, 177
CD Player ................................................... 149
Certification Label .................................... 312
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 244
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 297
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 58
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 57
Using a Tether ........................................... 59
CHRG Indicator ........................................... 82
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 270
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 268
Climate Control System ............................ 136
Changing the Mode ................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 137 Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 267
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 138
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 275, 311
Controls ...................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 238
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 239
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 238
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Overheating ............................................ 294
Creep Aid System ..................................... 182
Creeping ................................................... 184
Cruise Control .......................................... 202
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 129
Customer Service Information ................ 320
Customized Features ................................. 90
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 291
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 137
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 313
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 112
Rearview Mirror .............................. 120, 121
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 234

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Index
Maximum Load Limit................................ 177
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 81
Mirrors ....................................................... 120
Adjusting ................................................. 120
Door ........................................................ 121
Exterior .................................................... 121
Interior Rearview...................................... 120
Modifications and Accessories ................. 222
MP3 .................................................... 149, 153
Multi-Information Display .......................... 83
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 215
N
NORMAL Mode................................... 76, 199
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 312
O
Odometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 233
Adding .................................................... 235
Checking ................................................. 234
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 227
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 66, 296
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 233
Viscosity .................................................. 233
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 232
Power Windows ...................................... 109
Outside Temperature ................................. 85 Overheating
.............................................. 294
P
Panic Mode............................................... 108
Parking ...................................................... 214
Parking Brake ........................................... 210
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 66, 299
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 51
Plus Sport System ............................... 77, 200
Plus Sport System Indicator ....................... 77
Power Door Mirror ................................... 121
Power Flow Monitor .................................. 89
Power Windows ....................................... 109
Precautions While Driving ....................... 183
Rain ........................................................ 183
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 275
R
Radiator.................................................... 239
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 147
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 148
Range .......................................................... 85
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing) ........ 315
Rear Cargo Console .................................. 131
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 118
Rear Side Marker Light ............................ 249 Rear Turn Signal Light
............................. 249
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 120
Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display .................................................... 216
Refueling .................................................. 218
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 81
Gasoline ......................................... 218, 310
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Regulations .............................. 208, 257, 313
Remote Transmitter ................................. 100
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 265
Bulbs ...................................................... 244
Button Battery, Remote Transmitter ........ 266
Fuses .............................................. 301, 302
Tires........................................................ 261
Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 252, 254
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 314
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 84
S
Safe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 63
Safety Message .......................................... 26
Seat ........................................................... 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Seat Heaters ........................................... 135
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34