system HONDA HR-V 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate th e wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to
(R with the windshield wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automati cally as follows even if its switch is off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Rear Wiper/Washer
ON
OFF INT: Intermittent
Washer
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT* (Intermittent)
AUTO* (Intermittent)
Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)Continuous
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDefogger/Heated Door Mirror*/Heated Windshield*
Controls
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*/Heated Windshield*
Press the rear defogger button or touch the
icon to defog the rear window and mirrors*
when the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
*
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outside temperature is 32°F
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically
switch off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long time while the
engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, making
it difficult to start the engine.
Models with heating and cooling system
Models with climate control system
Models with climate control system
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDefogger/Heated Door Mirror*/Heated Windshield*
Controls
Press the heated windshield button to deice
the windshield when th e ignition switch is
turned to ON
(w*1.
The heated windshield automatically switch
off after 15 minutes.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Heated Windshield Button
Canadian models1 Heated Windshield Button
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been deiced.
Also, do not use the system for a long time while the
engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, making
it difficult to start the engine.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the ignition switch is in ON (w*1, you
can use the (select/reset) knob to adjust
instrument panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beeper when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. Several
seconds after you have adjusted the
brightness, you will be returned to the
previous screen.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Brightness Control
The brightness of the in strument panel will be
reduced when the following conditions:
•The ignition switch is in ON ( w*1.
•The parking lights are turned on.
•The light switch is in any position other than off
and it is da rk outside.
To cancel the reduced in strument panel brightness
when the exterior lights are on, turn the knob to the
right until the brightness display is up to max, the
beeper sounds.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
Models without automatic lighting control
Models with automatic lighting control
(Select/Reset) Knob
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uuAdjusting the Mirrors uPower Door Mirrors
Controls
Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror positi on adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move the
mirror.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
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uuAdjusting the Seats uHead Restraints
Continued
Controls
Head Restraints
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions.
Head restraints are most effective for
protection against whiplash and other rear-
impact crash injuries when the center of the
back of the occupant’s head rests against the
center of the restraint. The tops of the
occupant’s ears should be level with the
center height of the restraint.
To raise the head restraint:
Pull it upward.
To lower the head restraint:
Push it down while pressing the release
button.
■Adjusting the front head restraint positions
1Adjusting the front head restraint positions
In order for the head restraint system to work
properly:
•Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or
from the restraint legs.
•Do not place any objects between an occupant and
the seat-back.
•Install each restraint in its proper location.
3WARNING
Improperly positioning head restraints
reduces their effectiveness and increases
the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are in place and
positioned properly before driving.
Position head in the center
of the head restraint.
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights
■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations:
• When any doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver’s door.
• You remove the key from the ignition
switch.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
■OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Interior Light Switches1 Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 se conds after the doors are
closed.
The lights go off after about 30 seconds in the
following situations:
•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open
it.
•When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
•When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
You can change the interi or lights dimming time.
2 Customized Features P. 127
The interior lights go off im mediately in the following
situations:
•When you lock the driver’s door.•When you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w*1.
•When you close the driver’s door with the key in
the ignition switch.
•When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY
mode.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models with multi-information display
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
On
Off
Door Activated Position
Front*
Rear
Door Activated Position
Off
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The accessory power socket can be used wh en the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY
(q or ON (w*1.
■Accessory power socket (console panel)
Open the cover to use it.
■Accessory power socket (rearward of
center console)
Open the cover to use it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
Each accessory power soc ket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC access ories that are rated 180
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
When both sockets are being used, the combined
power rating of the accesso ries should not exceed
180 watts (15 amps).
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The ignition switch must be in ON (w*1 to use
the seat heaters.
Touch the seat heater icon.
Once - The HI setting (two indicators on)
Twice - The LO setting
Three times - The OFF setting (no indicator on)
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Seat Heaters*1 Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Heating and Cooling System*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
Mode Control DialChanges airflow.Fan Control DialAdjusts the fan speed. Rotate the dial all
the way to OFF to turn everything off.
A/C ButtonPress to cool the interior or dehumidify
while heating.
Temperature Control DialAdjusts the interior temperature.
(Recirculation) ButtonPress the button and switch the mode depending on
environmental conditions.
Recirculation mode (indicator on):
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through the system.
Fresh air mode (indicator off):
Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in fresh air mode in
normal situations.
Dashboard
vents Dashboard
and floor
ventsFloor vents Floor and
defroster
ventsDefroster
vents
* Not available on all models
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