ESP HONDA HR-V 2017 2.G Quick Guide

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All\
tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according
to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee\
n tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in a\
ddition to
these grades.
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th\
e tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test\
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) tim\
es as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance \
of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, servi\
ce practices,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those \
grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concre\
te. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy\
droplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.
TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the\
tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat w\
hen tested
under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test whee\
l. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and re\
duce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Th\
e grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel th\
an the
minimum required by law.
WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla\
tion, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat b\
uildup
and possible tire failure.

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Learn about information specific to you as a Honda customer and how to\
get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that\
you may
have about the vehicle.
Q:

How do I set the vehicle clock?
A:


For vehicles without navigation, see page 48. For vehicles with navigati\
on, the

time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q:


Why doesn’
t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?*
A:

The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q:


What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A:


When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’
s exterior lights will automatically turn
on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q:


Why won’
t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though
the keyless access remote is within range?*
A:


If you pull the handle too quickly
, the system may not have time to confirm the
door is unlocked. W

ait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked. If you are
wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q:


After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is aski\
ng for

a code. Where do I find this?
A:


In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. T
urn on the vehicle and the
audio system, and press and hold the power button until the system react\
ivates.
Q:


Why can’
t I operate Pandora through the audio system?
A:

Audio may be streaming through
Bluetooth Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter\

.
Some phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
Q:


Is my phone compatible with
Bluetooth features?
A:
Visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone


compatibility for

Bluetooth Audio, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, and SMS text

messaging.
Q:

Every time I press the T
alk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn
these off?*
A:


From the Home screen, select Settings. Select the V
oice Recog tab, then select

V

oice Prompt. Select Off.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
*if equipped
Contact Us
Honda dealer personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to\
answer
all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does\
not solve
to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s service manager or
general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’\
s
management, contact Honda Automobile Customer Service.U.S. owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
In Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us the following information:
•

V
ehicle Identification Number
•

Date of purchase
•


Odometer reading of your vehicle
•


Y
our name, address, and telephone number
•

A detailed description of the problem
•


Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Canadian owners
Honda Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Blvd.
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
T

el: (888) 946-6329
Fax: (877) 939-0909
e-mail: [email protected]
Q:

Why can’
t I select an item using the selector knob or touchscreen*?
A:
T
o prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited or inoperable wh\
ile the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q:

Where can I find the vehicle identification number (VIN)?
A:

Check the label on the driver’
s doorjamb.
*if equipped
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada).