engine HONDA CR-Z 2015 1.G Technology Reference Guide

Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see a dealer
On/Off Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
SPORT mode on
VSA OFF
Fog lights on (if equipped)
Exterior lights on
Turn signals\fhazards on
Auto Idle Stop on (blinking)
NORMAL mode on
ECON mode on
High beams on
Charging system
Low brake fluid, Brake system
Low oil pressure
AntiLock Brake System (ABS)
Low tire pressure:
Add air
Message indicator:
See MID
High temperature indicator:
Pull over for engine cooling
IMA System
Malfunction lamp
(check engine light)
Vehicle Stability Assist®(VSA)
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Low engine temperature
(stays on)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) (blinks and stays on)
Transmission (blinks)
Parking brake on:
Release
Door\fHatch open:
Close door(s) \b hatch
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
Low fuel:
Refill
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSBriefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information. See your Owner’s Manual for
more information.
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CRUISE MAIN on
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(center audio panel)
Manual Transmission
Shift Indicators
Note\f Indicators do not
come on in SPORT mode.
Immobilizer (blinks):
Use other vehicle key
and see dealer
Plus Sport System on
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Accessing the MultiInformation Display
MID Main Display
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®*
Customize Settings
Oil Life
IMA System PowerFlow Monitor
Average Vehicle Speed
Ecological Drive Display
Average Fuel Economy Records
Average Fuel Economy A
Range
Elapsed Time
*if a call is active
MID Main Displays
When you start the engine, the
MID shows the main display.
SEL\bRESET
Button
To toggle between the MID
displays:
•Press either Info button
(p\fq) for the main displays.
• Press SEL\fRESET for the sub
displays.
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MULTIINFORMATION DISPLAY (MID)Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Info
Buttons
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Activating the ECON Mode
Note\fWhen turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, cruise control,
and air conditioning system are adjusted to maximize fuel efficiency.
1. Press ECON.
2. The ECON mode indicator comes on.
3. Check the MID.
4. Press either INFO (p\fq)button and toggle to the
Ecological Drive Display.
E C O A S S I S TT M
Provides various ways to monitor your fuel efficiency and driving style.
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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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ECO Assist Scoring
Monitors the fuel efficiency of your driving style in real time and converts results
into leaves, which are displayed in a series of five “plant” icons on the MID.
Once you start your vehicle, make sure the MID shows the Ecological Drive
Display on the display to view your Eco Assist score in real time.
As you drive, you earn leaves if you
drive in a fuelefficient manner, or
lose them if you drive inefficiently.
When you turn the ignition
off, your drive cycle and
lifetime score are displayed
on the MID.
Eco Score
Each time you reach
a new stage, a Stage
Up Recognition icon
briefly appears on
the MID. When you
reach the highest
ranking, a trophy
icon briefly appears.
Drive Cycle
Score
Stage 1Stage 2Stage 3
LifetimeScore
First Stage Up Recognition Second Stage Up
Recognition Last Stage Up
Recognition
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Auto Idle Stop
While driving, the
engine is on. A U T O M A T I C T R A N S M I S S I O N
At a stop with the
brake pedal
pressed, the engine
turns off. When you take your
foot off the brake
pedal, the engine
turns back on.
While driving, the
engine is on. M A N U A L T R A N S M I S S I O N
At a stop with the
brake pedal pressed
and the transmission
in neutral, the
engine turns off. When you take
your foot off the
brake pedal and fully
depress the clutch,
the engine turns
back on.
DECELERATESTOPRESTART
Note\f Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come to a stop while driving with the
transmission in the D or N position.
Shuts the engine off at a stop to maximize fu\0el efficiency. Idle stop occurrence and
duration varies depending on the selected drive mode, ambient conditions, and IMA
battery condition. See your Owner’s Manual for more information.
How It Works
IMA Gauge
Shows when the IMA motor is assisting the engine or charging the battery.
Note\f IMA assist may not operate in extreme temperatures, or if the battery is low on charge.
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3 M O D E D R I V E S Y S T E M
Select one of three different modes of driving styles.
Driving Modes
Normal Mode
• Achieves the best balance ofdriving performance and fuel
efficiency.
• This is the default mode at engine start.
• Ambient meter changes from blue to green.
Sport Mode
• Enhanced steering, handling,and performance response.
• Reduced fuel efficiency.
• Ambient meter turns red.
Econ Mode
• Fuel efficiency is prioritized over engine response and
climate control.
• Ambient meter changes from blue to green.
When a mode is
selected, a message
briefly appears on the
MID and the mode
indicator turns on.
P L U S S P O R T S Y S T E M
Helps the vehicle briefly accelerate by increasing power and electric motor assist
when you depress the gas pedal. Works in any driving mode.
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How It Works
When the vehicle speed is over 20 mph and the IMA battery charge level shows at
least four segments, the Plus Sport System indicator appears. The system is now
ready for activation.
Activating the System
1. When the Plus Sport System indicator is on, press the S+ button.
2. S+ begins to blink. Depress the gas
pedal to activate the system. 3. S+
blinks, READY disappears, and the
ambient meter turns red when the
system is in operation.
4. To cancel the system during operation, release the gas pedal or
press the S+ button again.
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Paddle Modes
P A D D L E S H I F T I N G
While in the D position, 7Speed Manual Shift Mode allows you to manually shift your
vehicle’s speeds up or down. Useful for engine braking or when driving in hilly terrain
or cornering. Available on vehicles with automatic transmission.
Pull ( ) to shift down. Pull (
\b) to shift up.
NORMAL or ECON Mode
• Pull (\b) or () to temporarily switch from
automatic to manual shift mode.
• The speed number is displayed on the shift indicator display.
• When the vehicle’s speed is constant, the mode returns to automatic.
SPORT Mode
• Pull (\b) or () to switch to manual shift mode.
• The M indicator and speed number aredisplayed on the shift indicator display.
• Pull (\b) or () to change transmission \0speeds.
• Pull and hold (\b) to cancel this mode.
L (Low) Mode
• Pull and hold (\b) and () at the \0same time until L is displayed on the shift indicator display.
• Use this mode to get higher torque when climbing steep hills.
• Pull and hold again to cancel this mode.
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How It Works
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on and CHECK
TIRE PRESSURE appears on the
MID.
If there is a problem with the
system, CHECK TPMS SYSTEM
appears on the MID. See a dealer.
What to Do
1. Visually inspect the tires for damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary, to the recommended pressures listed on
the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
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F U E L R E C O M M E N D A T I O N
Use of unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or h\0igher is recommended.
• Honda recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
• See your Owner’s Manual for more information.
Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganesebased fuel additive.
Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing M\0MT can deteriorate your
vehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emission control system. Always use
MMTfree gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT
may not be covered under your new vehicle warranty.
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline (recommended) never contains MMT and has
detergent additives to keep your engine clean. For further information on fuel and
lubricants for your car and information on gasoline that does not contain MMT,
contact your dealer or visit owners.honda.com.
H O N D A R O A D S I D E A S S I S T A N C E
24hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States throughout
your 3year\f36,000mile warranty term. Services include jump starting, flat tire and
lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply). Call (866) 8645211.\0
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