engine HONDA CR-Z 2014 1.G Owners Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 54Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 105 Security System P. 107 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 109
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 120 Adjusting the Seats P. 122
Climate Control System P. 136
General Information on the Audio System P. 157 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 160
When Driving P. 180 Braking P. 210Parking Your Vehicle P. 214
Rearview Camera P. 216
Accessories and Modifications P. 222
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 231 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 244
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 255 12 Volt Battery P. 264 Remote Transmitter Care P. 266
Cleaning P. 268
Engine Does Not Start P. 290 Jump Starting P. 291 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 293
Fuses P. 301 Emergency Towing P. 305When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 307
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 313 Reporting Safety Defects P. 314
Authorized Manuals P. 319 Customer Service Information P. 320
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 65
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 139
DrivingP. 173
MaintenanceP. 223
Handling the UnexpectedP. 273
InformationP. 309
IndexP. 321

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Quick Reference Guide
3-Mode Drive System
There are three driving modes for your vehicle: SPORT, NORMAL and ECON. Each mode offers a different level of driving performan ce.
The mode buttons are located on the control panel. NORMAL mode, wh ich is most suitable for all-purpose driving, is the default setting for
your vehicle.
The indicator of the
selected mode comes on.
SPORT Mode
Increases engine performance and
handling. Suitable for driving at hills or
curves in a mountain, or driving in a
suburb.
NORMAL Mode
Balances driving performance and fuel
economy. Best fo
r most driving
situations. ECON Mode
Maximizes fuel economy. Provides
longer Auto Idle Stop operating time
when the climate control system is in
use.
The indicator blinks when the Plus Sport
System stands by to be activated, and
when the system is in operation.
Press the button, then depress the
accelerator pedal to activate the Plus
Sport System in any driving mode (SPORT,
NORMAL, or ECON).
This helps you to momentarily accelerate
with more power when you depress the
accelerator pedal.
Plus Sport System (P200)
Plus Sport Button
Plus Sport System
Helps the vehicle to momentarily accelerate with more engine and
electric motor assist power when you depress the accelerator pedal.
*
Not available on all models

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Quick Reference Guide
The Honda IMA System
The main power source for the Honda IMA system is the gasoline engine.
The electric motor assists the engine to improve fuel economy, based on
current operating conditions.Tips to Improve Fuel Economy
To help your vehicle’s fuel economy:
●Avoid aggressive acceleration/braking
● Monitor the ambient meter and the Eco drive bar
displayed on the multi-information display.
It reflects your driving style. (P8, 86)
Start-up/Low speed cruise/
Aggressive acceleration
● The electric motor assists the
engine.
Slow acceleration/High
speed cruise
● Only the engine powers
the vehicle. Deceleration
● The IMA system charges
the IMA battery.
Stop
● Auto Idle Stop is in
operation.
Vehicle
Speed
Time
Eco Drive
Bar Display
IMA System
IMA System
IMA System
IMA SystemElectric Motor AssistEngine ON
Electric Motor OFF
ChargingEngine ONEngine
OFF
Engine
OFF
IMA
Battery IMA
Battery
IMA
Battery
IMA
BatteryFuel Fuel
Fuel
FuelElectric Motor
OFF

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Quick Reference Guide
Auto Idle Stop Function
To improve fuel economy, the engine stops and then restarts as deta iled below. When Auto Idle Stop is on, the AUTO STOP indicator blinks.
(P193,196)
AtAutomatic tran smission (CVT)Manual transmissionEngine status
Deceleration
Depress the brake pedal. The
vehicle speed goes below 6 mph
(10 km/h). 1. Depress the brake
pedal. The vehicle
speed goes below
19 mph (30 km/h).
2. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
Stop
Continue to depress the brake
pedal.•Continue to
depress the
brake pedal.
•Move the shift
lever to
(N.
•
Release the
clutch pedal.
Start-up
Release the brake pedal. 1. Fully depress
the clutch pedal
again.
2. Move the shift lever to
(1.
3. Depress the
accelerator
pedal to resume
driving.
Turning off
Off
Restarting

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Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving (P27)
Airbags (P39)
● Your vehicle is fitted with ai rbags to help protect you and
your passenger during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P54)
● Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers. If you decide to
disregard our recommendations and tra nsport a child passenger, the child
should be properly restrained.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the passenger's seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P62)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exha ust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P174)
● Before driving, check that the seats, steering wheel, and
mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts (P32)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passenger is wearing their
seat belt correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.

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Quick Reference Guide
Driving (P173)
Manual Transmission (P190)
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
(P185)
●Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
● Shifting
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode (P187)
● Allows you to manually shift the transmission up or down without
removing your hands from the steering wheel.
●Pulling a paddle shifter changes the
mode from automatic transmission (CVT)
to 7-speed manual shift mode. The M
indicator and the selected speed number
are displayed in the shift indicator.
● Pulling a paddle shifter temporarily
changes the mode from automatic
transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual
shift mode. The selected speed number is
displayed in the shift indicator.
L (Low) Mode (P189)
● Use Low to get more power when
climbing steep hills.
● Pull the
(+ and (- paddle shifters at the
same time until the shift indicator display
changes to L.
SPORT Mode
NORMAL Mode/ECON Mode
(M Indicator
Shift Indicator
Shift Down
( -
Paddle Shifter Shift Up (
+
Paddle Shifter
Ignition Switch
Release
ButtonShift Lever
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
7-speed manual shift mode
can be used.
L mode is available.
Depress the brake pedal
and press the release
button to move out of
(P.
Move the shift lever
without pressing the
release button.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.

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Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button (P206)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA® ) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA ® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control (P202)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press DECEL/SET once you
have achieved the desired speed above 25
mph or 40 km/h.
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P207)
● TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
The U.S. models only
Refueling (P218)
Fuel recommendation: Unlea ded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
aPress and release the
center of the rear edge
of the fuel fill door.
You hear a click. The
door pops open slightly.
bTurn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
cPlace the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
dAfter refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P223)
Under the Hood (P231)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer fluid.
Add when necessary.
● Check transmission fluid (CVT).
● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.
● Check the 12 volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P244)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P252)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P255)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.

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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P273)
Flat Tire (P275)
● Park in a safe place and repair the flat tire
using the temporary tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe place and replace the flat
tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P296)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with an optional compact spare tire
Engine Won't Start (P290)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P301)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P294)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P305)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the hatch open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open,
open both windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediat ely after starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.