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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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Reasons for the Indicator to Come On
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
What to Do as Soon as the Indicator Comes On
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Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
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If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
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What to Do After Parking the Vehicle
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Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
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Open the hood and check the oil level.
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Add oil as necessary.
Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
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The light goes out: Start driving again.
The light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ■Reasons for the Indicator to Come On
Comes on when the 12 volt battery is not being charged.
What to Do When the Indicator Comes On
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Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge the 12 volt battery.
Manual transmission model This indicator may also come on when the auto idle stop function is activated for a while. Restart the engine.
Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission) P. 227
Automatic transmission (CVT) model This indicator may also come on when the IMA battery charge drops below a desired level.The engine starts to recharge the battery.
Auto Idle Stop (CVT) P. 224
The indicator goes off when the battery is being charged normally. This indicator may blink after starting when the outside temperature is below -20°F (-30°C). It will stop blinking after the IMA battery warms up.
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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ■Reasons for the Indicator Lamp to Come On or Blink
Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control

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system, or the fuel fill cap is missing or loose. Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.

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What to Do When the Indicator Lamp Comes On
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Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
What to Do When the Indicator Lamp Blinks
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Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
Tighten Fuel Fill Cap Message

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The Message Appears on When:
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An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being loose or not being installed.
What to Do When the Message Appears:
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Stop the engine.
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Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
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If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
Drive for several days of normal driving.
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The message should go off.
When the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On
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Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described above.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on ,
the emissions control system and the engine could be damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at 31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle inspected.
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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Brake System Indicator Comes On If the EPS Indicator Comes On
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the Indicator to Come On
The brake fluid is low.

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There is a malfunction in the brake system.

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What to Do When the Indicator Comes On While Driving
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Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.

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If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the

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transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the EPS Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the Indicator to Come On
Comes on when there is a problem with EPS.

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If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the

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engine speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
What to Do When the Indicator Comes On
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Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.

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U.S.
Canada If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately. It is dangerous to drive with low brake luid. If there is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift the gears. If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come on simultaneously, the brake distribution system is not working. This can result in vehicle instability under sudden braking. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
If the EPS Indicator Comes On
NOTICE If the steering wheel is operated repeatedly or at an extremely low speed, or you hold the steering wheel on the full left or right position for a while, the system heats up. The system goes into a protective mode, and limits its performance. The steering wheel becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the system cools down, EPS is restored. Repeated operation under these conditions can eventually result in a damage to the system.
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box

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Located near the + terminal on the 12 volt battery.
1. Pull on the tab to release the front of the cover.Pull up the cover by pushing the two tabs
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as shown. Replacement of engine compartment fuses should be done by a dealer.
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each
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Fuse
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Battery 100 A
2 EPS 70 A
3 Horn, Stop, Hazard 20 A
Fuse Locations
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
Fuse Box
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Fuses Inspecting and Changing Fuses
Inspecting and Changing Fuses1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0. Turn
headlights and all accessories off. Check the fuses in the engine
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compartment.
If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a dealer.
3. Inspect the small fuses in the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
Fuse
Blown
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating. Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same speciied amperage.Conirm the speciied amperage using the charts on P.304 to P.306. There is a fuse puller on the interior fuse box.
Fuse Puller
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of
identification numbers, and other information required by regulation.
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Specifications
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Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ........ 314 Engine Number and Transmission
Number ................................................. 314
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............. 315
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......................................... 316 Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes .................... 317
Authorized Manuals ............................... 319
Customer Service Information ............... 320
Warranty Coverages ............................... 321
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Information
Speciications
Vehicle Specifications
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Model Honda CR-Z No. of Passengers:
Front RearTotal 2–2
Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating U.S.: 3,164 lbs (1,435 kg)Canada: 1,435 kg
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front) U.S.: 1,797 lbs (815 kg)Canada: 815 kg
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear) U.S.: 1,378 lbs (625 kg)Canada: 625 kg
Air Conditioning: Refrigerant TypeCharge QuantityLubricant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)SP-10
Engine Specifications
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Displacement 91 cu-in (1,497 cm 3
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Spark Plugs NGK DIFR6A13G
DENSO DK20PR-D13
Fuel
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Fuel: Type Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.6 US gal (40 ℓ)
12 Volt Battery
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Capacity/Type 32AH(5)/40AH(20) 34AH(5)/40AH(20)
Washer Fluid
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Tank Capacity U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ) Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
Light Bulbs
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Headlights (Low Beam) 35W (D4S)*
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55W (H11)* 2
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights* 55W (H11)Front Turn Signal/Parking/ Side Marker Lights 28W/8W
Side Turn Signal Lights(on Door Mirrors) LED
Brake/Taillights LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Side Marker Lights 3CP
High-Mount Brake Light LED
License Plate Lights 5W
Cargo Area Light 5WInterior Lights
Front
Rear 8W3.4W
Vanity Mirror Lights* 2W
Glove Box Light 1.4W
Courtesy Lights 2CP (3.8W)
*1: Vehicle with discharge headlights
*2: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights
* Not available on all models
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