tow HONDA HR-V 2018 (in English) Owner's Guide

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off before you check the
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil, being carefu l not to overfill.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 446
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 448
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 457
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ....458
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 459
Jump Starting .................................... 460
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 462
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 463 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 465
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 465
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 466
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 467
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 467 If the Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 468
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 469
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 470
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 474
Emergency Towing ........................... 475
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 476
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Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the cargo area.
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle
Jack Handle Bar Detachable Towing HookTool Case
Jack
Jack
2WD models
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uuTools uTypes of Tools
Handling the Unexpected
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle
Jack Handle Bar Detachable Towing Hook
Tool Case
Jack
Jack
AWD models
Storage Bag
Storage Bag
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possibl e to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non- slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
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 battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 433●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 470
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.
2 Starting the Engine P. 339, 342
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 118
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 93
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 474
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 475
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 460
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 377
2WD models
All models
2WD models
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Index
Shift Lever.......................... 21, 348, 350, 354
Operation ................................. 21, 349, 351
Releasing ................................................ 462
Won’t Move ........................................... 462
Shift Lever Position Indicator .... 77, 349, 351
Shifting (Transmission) ............ 348, 350, 354
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 40
Side Airbags ............................................... 51
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 53
Siri ® Eyes Free ........................................... 232
Snow Tires ................................................ 432
Spare Tire ......................................... 448, 481
Spark Plugs ............................................... 480
Specifications ........................................... 480
Specified Fuel ................................... 388, 480
Speedometer .............................................. 90
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 47
Starter System Indicator ............................ 82
Starting the Engine .......................... 339, 342
Does Not Start ........................................ 457
Engine Switch Buzzer ...................... 124, 127
Jump Starting ......................................... 460
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 139
Stopping ................................................... 385
Summer Tires ............................................ 432
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 47
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 124T
Tachometer ................................................. 90
Tailgate ..................................................... 115
Unable to Open ....................................... 476
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 79
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 79
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 160
Time (Setting) ............................................. 96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 373
Indicator ............................................ 81, 469
Tires ........................................................... 423
Air Pressure ..................................... 425, 481
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 423
Inspection ................................................ 424
Labeling .................................................. 425
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 448
Regulations ............................................. 427
Rotation .................................................. 431
Spare Tire ........................................ 448, 481
Summer .................................................. 432
Tire Chains .............................................. 432
Wear Indicators ....................................... 429
Winter ..................................................... 432
Tools .......................................................... 446
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 333
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 334
Emergency .............................................. 475 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 373
Indicator............................................ 81, 469
Transmission ............................. 348, 350, 354
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 352
Continuously Variable ............................. 347
Fluid ........................................................ 408
Manual ................................................... 354
Number................................................... 482
Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 77, 349, 351
Trip Meter ................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 445
Blown Fuse...................................... 470, 472
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 26
Emergency Towing .................................. 475
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 457
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 463
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 448
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 26, 110
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 462
Warning Indicators .................................... 74
Turn Signals .............................................. 129
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 82
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