HONDA HR-V 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
Specified fluid: Honda He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
MIN
MAX
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by
looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the window washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the window
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
Window Washer
ReservoirModels without washer level sensor
Canadian models
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541Continued
Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
High beam headlight:LED type
Low beam headlight:LED type
■High Beam Headlights
1 Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Models with halogen headlights
All models
Models with halogen headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Models with LED headlights
1 High Beam Headlights
High beam headlights ar e LED type. Have an
authorized Honda dealer in spect and replace the light
assembly.
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Coupler Bulb
Tab
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
542
Maintenance
1. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
■Low Beam Headlights1Low Beam Headlights
Low beam headlights are LED type. Have an
authorized Honda dealer in spect and replace the light
assembly.
Models with LED headlightsModels with halogen headlights
TabCoupler Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of its holder.
3. Insert a new bulb.
Front Turn Signal Light: 28/8 W (Amber)*
Front Turn Signal Light: LED type*
1Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Front turn signal lights are LED type. Have an
authorized Honda dealer in spect and replace the light
assembly.
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Bulb
Socket
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Side Marker Lights
Maintenance
Front Side Marker Lights
Front side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Parking/Daytime Running Lights
Parking/daytime running lights are LED type . Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Continued
Maintenance
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, and push up the under cover.
Fog Light: 35 W (H8 for halogen bulb type)*
Fog Light: LED type*
1Fog Light Bulbs*
Fog lights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Models with LED fog lights
Models with halogen fog lights
Push until the pin
is flat.
Models with halogen fog lights
Clip
Under
Cover
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uSide Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights*
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Maintenance
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise on
driver side and clockwise on passenger side
to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it clockwise on driver
side and counter-clockwise on passenger
side.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights*
Door mirror side turn lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
1 Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its
plastic case, and protect th e glass from contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alc ohol and a clean cloth.
Models with halogen fog lights
Tab
Bulb
Coupler
Driver side
Tab
Bulb
Coupler
Passenger side
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove
the bolts.
2. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
3. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it.
4. Remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
6. Slide the light assembly onto the guide on
the body.
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
Bolt
Bulb
Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBack-Up Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Back-Up Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge
using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it.
3. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.
Back-Up Light: 16 W
Cover
Bulb
Socket
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