automatic transmission fluid HONDA CR-Z 2014 1.G Owners Manual

uuWhen Driving uAutomatic Transmission (CVT)
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Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
The engine runs at higher idle speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed.
Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, es pecially on slippery roads and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Following can damage the under spoiler:•Parking the vehicle by a parking block
•Parallel pa rking along the road shoulder
•Driving towards the bottom of a hill•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road•Driving on a road with potholes

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Clutch Fluid
(Light Gray Cap)
Manual transmission models
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Loop) Radiator Cap
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Fluid Dipstick
(Yellow Loop)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank 12 Volt Battery

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1. Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
u Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3. Remove the dipstick (y ellow loop) from the
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely, as shown in the
image.
5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
u It should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6. If the level is below the lower mark, add
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the
level between the upper and lower marks,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda CVTF with other transmission
fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda CVTF
may adversely affect the operation and durability of
your vehicle's transmission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda CVTF is not covered by
Honda's new vehicle warranty.
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
Upper
Mark
Lower
Mark
HOT

Range

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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission (CVT) Fluid
■ Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda CVTF (continuously
variable transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.0 US qt (2.8 L)
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission
Fluid
Capacity Change1.5 US qt (1.4 L)
■Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
*1: Manual transmission models
*2: Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 L)
Change
including
filter
3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.17 US gal (4.42 L)*1
1.15 US gal (4.35 L)*2
(change including the remaining
0.116 US gal (0.44 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*3: Optional on Canadian models
*4: 205/45R17 tires
Regular
SizeP195/55R16 86V205/45R17 84W*3
Pressure
Front
30 psi
(210 kPa [2.1 kgf/cm2])32 psi
(220 kPa [2.2 kgf/cm2])*4
Rear
30 psi
(210 kPa [2.1 kgf/cm2])30 psi
(210 kPa [2.1 kgf/cm2])*4
Compact
Spare*
Size T135/80D15 99M
Pressure 60 psi
(420 kPa [4.2 kgf/cm
2])
Wheel SizeRegular16 x 6J17 x 6.5J*3
Compact
Spare*15 x 4T
* Not available on all models

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 67
3-Mode Drive System ............................... 199
ECON Mode Indicator ............................... 76
NORMAL Mode Indicator .......................... 76
SPORT Mode Indicator .............................. 76
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 187
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 212
Accessories and Modifications ................ 222
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 130
Active Head Restraints ............................. 126
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 238
Engine Oil ............................................... 233
Washer ................................................... 243
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 233
Adjusting
Clock ........................................................ 98
Headlights .............................................. 244
Mirrors.................................................... 120
Seats....................................................... 122
Steering Wheel ....................................... 119
Air Conditioning System
(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
Air Pressure ....................................... 255, 311
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 53
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorders ................................. 25
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 69, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ...................................................... 45
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Audio ........................................... 147
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 212
Indicator .................................................... 69
ASST Indicator ............................................. 82
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 144
Audio System ............................................ 140
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 146
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Error Messages ........................................ 155
General Information ................................ 157
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 153
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 148
Reactivating ............................................. 143 Recommended CDs ................................. 157
Recommended Drives .............................. 159
Security Code .......................................... 143
Theft Protection ...................................... 143
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 141
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 159
Authorized Manuals ................................ 319
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 104
Customize ................................................. 90
Auto Idle Stop Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 193
Manual Transmission ............................... 196
Auto Idle Stop Indicator ............................ 75
Automatic Lighting .................................. 113
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 184
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ............ 187, 188
Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 193
Creeping ................................................. 184
Fluid ........................................................ 240
Kickdown ................................................ 184
L Mode ................................................... 189
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 186
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 293
Shifting ................................................... 185
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 88
Average Fuel Economy Records ................ 88
Average Speed ........................................... 85

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Index
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 112
Door Mirrors ............................................. 121
Doors .......................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking.................................. 104
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 104
Door Open Indicator ................................. 69
Door/Hatch Open Indicator ................. 31, 69
Keys.......................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 102
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 100
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 101
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 258
Driving ...................................................... 173
3-Mode Drive System .............................. 199
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 184
Braking ................................................... 210
Cruise Control ........................................ 202
Manual Transmission .............................. 190
Plus Sport System.................................... 200
Shifting Gear
(Automatic Transmission) ...................... 185
Shifting Gear (Manual Transmission) ....... 190
Starting the Engine ................................. 180
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 267
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 8
Eco Score ................................................ 9, 86 Ecological Drive Display
............................. 86
ECON Mode ........................................ 76, 199
Elapsed Time ............................................... 85
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST) ....... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 71, 299
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 205
Emergency ................................................ 305
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 315
Engine ....................................................... 312
Coolant ................................................... 238
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Oil ........................................................... 233
Starting ................................................... 180
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 111
Engine Coolant ......................................... 238
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 239
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 238
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 73
Overheating ............................................ 294
Engine Oil ................................................. 233
Adding .................................................... 235
Checking ................................................. 234
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 227
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 66, 296
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 233
Engine Oil Life ............................................ 88
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 71, 299 Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 270
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 121
F
Features.................................................... 139
Filters ......................................................... 267
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 267
Oil ........................................................... 236
Flat Tire ..................................................... 275
Floor Mats ................................................. 269
Fluids Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 240
Brake ...................................................... 242
Clutch ..................................................... 242
Engine Coolant ....................................... 238
Manual Transmission ............................... 241
Windshield Washer ................................. 243
Foot Brake ................................................ 211
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Wiper/Washer ................................. 115
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 218
Economy ................................................. 221
Gauge ....................................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 218
Refueling................................................. 218

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Index
SPORT Mode............................................. 76
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 50, 69
System Message ....................................... 72
Transmission ............................................. 67
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF ..... 70, 206
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® )
System ............................................ 70, 205
Information .............................................. 309
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge .................... 81
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 117
Interior Lights ........................................... 127
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 120
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 278
Jump Starting ........................................... 291
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 99
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 101
Keys ............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention ................................. 101
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag.............................................. 99
Remote Transmitter ................................ 100
Types and Functions.................................. 99
Won’t Turn ............................................... 23 Kickdown
.................................................. 184
L
L Mode...................................................... 189
Language (HFL) ......................................... 161
Lights ................................................. 112, 244
Automatic ............................................... 113
Bulb Replacement .................................... 244
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 114
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 73
Interior .................................................... 127
Light Switches ......................................... 112
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................. 112
Load Limits ................................................ 177
Locking and Unlocking .............................. 99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 104
From Inside .............................................. 102
From Outside ........................................... 100
Keys .......................................................... 99
Using a Key ............................................. 101
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 101
Low Battery Charge (12 volt) ................... 297
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 296
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 310, 311
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 177
M
M (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode)
Indicator .................................................... 74
Maintenance ............................................. 223
Battery .................................................... 264
Brake Fluid .............................................. 242
Cleaning ................................................. 268
Climate Control....................................... 267
Clutch Fluid ............................................. 242
Coolant ................................................... 238
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Oil ........................................................... 233
Precautions ............................................. 224
Radiator .................................................. 239
Remote Transmitter ................................. 266
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 244
Safety...................................................... 225
Service Items ........................................... 229
Tires ........................................................ 255
Transmission Fluid ........................... 240, 241
Under the Hood ...................................... 231
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 298
Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 196
Checking the Clutch Fluid ....................... 242
Fluid (MTF) .............................................. 241
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 190
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 192
Shift UP/DOWN indicators ....................... 191
Shifting ................................................... 190

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Index
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat................................ 58
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 68
Seat Heaters ............................................. 135
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 75
SEL/RESET Button ....................................... 90
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 57
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 145
Setting the Clock ........................................ 98
Shift Lever .................................................. 19
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 185
Operation ................................................. 19
Operation (Automatic Transmission)........ 186
Operation (Manual Transmission) ............ 190
Releasing ................................................ 293
Won’t Move ........................................... 293
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................. 186
Shifting Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 185
Manual Transmission .............................. 190
Side Airbags ............................................... 46
Cutoff System ........................................... 48
Off Indicator ............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
Snow Tires ................................................ 263
Spare Tire ......................................... 275, 311 Spark Plugs
................................................ 310
Specifications ............................................ 310
Specified Fuel .................................... 218, 310
Speedometer .............................................. 81
SPORT Mode ....................................... 76, 199
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 39
Starting the Engine .................................. 180
Does Not Start ......................................... 290
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 111
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Steering Wheel ......................................... 119
Adjusting ................................................. 119
Stopping .................................................... 214
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 2, 3, 111
System Message Indicator .......................... 72
T
Tachometer................................................. 81
Tailgate Release Button ........................................ 106
Tailgate Release Button ........................... 106
Temperature High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 73
Temperature Sensor ................................. 138
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire ............ 281
Time (Setting) ............................................. 98 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 207
Indicator............................................ 71, 300
Tires ........................................................... 255
Air Pressure ..................................... 256, 311
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 255
Compact Spare Tire ......................... 275, 311
Inspection ............................................... 255
Labeling .................................................. 256
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 275
Regulations ............................................. 258
Rotation .................................................. 262
Tire Chains .............................................. 263
Wear Indicators ....................................... 260
Winter..................................................... 263
Tools .......................................................... 274
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 179
Towing Hook ............................................ 306
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 179
Emergency .............................................. 305
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 207
Indicator............................................ 71, 300
Transmission Automatic (CVT)...................................... 185
Fluid ................................................ 240, 241
Manual ................................................... 190
Number................................................... 312
Shift Lever Position Indicator.................... 186
Trip Meter ................................................... 84