open hood HONDA HR-V 2019 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 77Safety Labels P. 78
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 154 Security System P. 157
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 162
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 185 Adjusting the Seats P. 187
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 209 Climate Control System* P. 213
Audio Error Messages P. 319General Information on the Audio System P. 325
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 424 When Driving P. 426 Honda Sensing®* P. 454
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 505 Refueling P. 507 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 509
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 523 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 535
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 549 Battery P. 560 Remote Transmitter Care P. 562
Cleaning P. 565 Accessories and Modifications P. 570
Engine Does Not Start P. 585 Jump Starting P. 588 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 590
Emergency Towing P. 603 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 604
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 611 Reporting Safety Defects P. 612
Authorized Manuals P. 617 Customer Service Information P. 618
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 131
FeaturesP. 223
DrivingP. 417
MaintenanceP. 511
Handling the UnexpectedP. 573
InformationP. 607
IndexP. 620
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Power Door Mirrors (P186)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P523)
❙Windshield Wipers (P177, 545)
❙Tires (P549, 576)
❙Fog Lights* (P172, 539)
❙Rear Wiper (P179, 547)
❙How to Refuel (P508)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P505)
❙Back-Up Lights (P542)
❙Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P543)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P541)
❙Rear License Plate Lights (P544)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P543)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights* (P168, 540)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P137)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P154)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P155)
❙Lock Button* (P138)
❙Headlights (P169, 535)
❙Front Turn Signal Lights (P168, 537)
❙Front Side Marker Lights (P169, 538)
❙Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P538)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P573)
Flat Tire (P576)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P593)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P585)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P598)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P591)
● 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 (P603)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
144
Controls
If the lock or unlock button of the re mote does not work, use the key instead.
If the lock or unlock button of the remote
does not work, use the key instead.
Fully insert the key and turn it.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
If you unlock the doors wi th the key, the alarm
activates when you open the hood or move the shift
lever out of
( P (continuously vari able transmission
models).
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the
other doors and tail gate lock at the same time. When
unlocking, the driver’s door unlocks first. Turn the
key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the
remaining doors a nd the tailgate.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 122
Models with multi-information display
LockUnlock
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157Continued
Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when insert ing the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong ra dio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition
switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and
audio systems emit strong magnetic fiel ds. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system
*.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the
transmission is taken out of
(P or the hood is opened before the ignition switch is
turned to ON
(w*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
158
Controls
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter or smart entry remote*, or turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w*1. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is
deactivated.
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or smart entry system
*.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system
*, or the ignition swit ch is turned to ON (w*1. The
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release handle.
•Moving the shift lever out of ( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may activate
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter,
or smart entry system
*.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
* Not available on all models
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418
Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 549
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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511
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 512
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 513
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 514
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 515
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 523
Opening the Hood ........................... 524
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 525
Oil Check ......................................... 526
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 527
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 528
Engine Coolant ................................ 530
Transmission Fluid ............................ 532
Brake Fluid ....................................... 533
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 534
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 535
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 545Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 549
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 551
Tire Labeling .................................... 551
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 553Wear Indicators................................ 555 Tire Service Life ................................ 555
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 556
Tire Rotation .................................... 557
Winter Tires ..................................... 558
Battery ............................................... 560
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 562
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 564
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 565
Exterior Care.................................... 567
Accessories and Modifications ........ 570
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower co rner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slight ly, you can release the
lever.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the
information display
*/multi-information display*.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the bolts and clips on the
undercarriage and remove the under
cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under
Cover
Bolt Clip
2WD models
Washer
Drain Bolt
All models
* Not available on all models
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