2011 HONDA CR-Z Owners Manual

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
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Setting the Clock
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .......................... 99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 100Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside .............................................. 102
Auto Door Lock/Unlock .......................... 103
Opening and Closing the Hatch ............. 104
Security System ....................................... 105
Immobilizer System ................................ 105
Security Alarm System ............................ 105
Opening and Closing the Windows ....... 107Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ....................................... 109
Turn Signals ........................................... 110
Light Switches ........................................ 110Fog Lights * ............................................ 112
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 112
Wipers and Washers ............................... 113
Brightness Control .................................. 115Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *
Button ................................................... 116
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ................. 117 Adjusting the Mirror
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 118
Door Mirrors .......................................... 118
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Position ..................... 119
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items Interior Lights ......................................... 123
Interior Convenience Items ..................... 125
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control ........... 131
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 133
* Not available on all models
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Setting the Clock
Clock
Models without navigation system
You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK (AM/FM) button.Adjusting the Time

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Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock display begins to blink.
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Press the
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1 (Hour) button to change the hours.
Press the
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2 (Minute) button to change the minutes.
Press the CLOCK button to go back to the normal display.
4.
Button
Button
Button
(Power) Button
Clock Display
CLOCK Button
3
Clock
To set the time to the nearest hour: Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock display begins to blink, then press the
3 (Reset)
button. Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets forward or backward.Example:1:06 will reset to 1:001:53 will reset to 2:00
Models with navigation system The clock is automatically updated through the navigation system, so the time does not need to be adjusted.
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Keys

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Use the key to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the doors and hatch. You can also use the remote transmitter to lock and unlock the doors and hatch.
Key Number Tag

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Contains a number that you will need if you purchase a replacement key.
Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft.
Immobilizer System P.1 0 5
The keys contain precision electronics. Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics: Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or

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in locations with high temperature or high humidity.Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on

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them.Keep the keys away from liquids.

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Do not take the keys apart except for replacing

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the battery.
If the circuit in the keys are damaged, the engine may not start, and the remote transmitter may not work.If the keys do not work properly, have them inspected by a dealer.
Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a safe place outside of your vehicle.If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact your dealer. If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.
Key with Remote Transmitter
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors Locking/Unlocking the Doors from Outside
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Using the Remote Transmitter
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■ Locking the Vehicle
Press the LOCK button. Once:
Some exterior lights will flash, all the
doors and hatch will lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first push):
A beeper sounds and verifies the security system is set.
Unlocking the Vehicle
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Press the UNLOCK button. Once:
Some exterior lights will flash twice, and
the driver’s door unlocks.
Twice:
The passenger’s door and the hatch unlock.
Panic Mode
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If you press the panic button for approximately one second, the following will occur:
The horn sounds.
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Some exterior lights flash for about 30 seconds.
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Canceling Panic Mode
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Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
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Using the Remote Transmitter
Open the door or the hatch within 30 seconds. If you do not open a door or the hatch within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter, the doors and the hatch will automatically relock. If the light control switch is in the door activated position, the interior lights come on when you press the UNLOCK button.No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30 seconds.Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately.
Interior Lights P.12 3
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so the operating range may vary depending on the surroundings. The remote transmitter will not work when the key is in the ignition switch. The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or the hatch is open. If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.If the LED does not come on when you press a button, the battery is dead.
Replacing the Battery P. 2 7 9
Lock Button
Panic Button
Unlock Button LED
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors Locking/Unlocking Doors from Outside
Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
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Fully insert the key and turn it.
Locking a Door Without Using a Key

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■ Locking the Driver’s Door
Pull the lock tab rearward
or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
, and close the door. Locking the Passenger’s Door
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Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
Lockout Prevention System
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The doors and the hatch cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and either door or the hatch is open.
Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all of the doors and hatch lock at the same time. When unlocking, the driver's door unlocks irst. Turn the key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the passenger's door and the hatch.
Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all of the doors and hatch lock at the same time. Make sure you have the key in your hand before locking the door to prevent it from being locked in the vehicle.
Lock Unlock
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors Locking/Unlocking Doors from Inside
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
Using the Lock Tab
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■ Locking a Door
Pull the lock tab.
Unlocking a Door
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Push the lock tab in.
Using the Master Door Lock Switch

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Press the master door lock in as shown to lock or unlock both doors and the hatch.
Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the driver's door, all of the doors and hatch lock at the same time.When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the driver's door, only the driver's door will unlock.
Lock TabTo Lock
To Unlock
Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver's door using the master lock switch, all of the doors and hatch lock/unlock at the same time.
Master Door Lock Switch
To Lock
To Unlock
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors Auto Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock/Unlock
The auto door lock/unlock settings can be customized using the multi-information display.
Customization Procedure P. 9 0
Auto Door Lock
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The auto door lock function automatically locks all the doors and hatch when the vehicle reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h).
Auto Door Unlock
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Automatic transmission (CVT)
When you depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever in P, the driver’s door
automatically unlocks.
Manual transmission
When you depress the brake pedal and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0, the
driver’s door automatically unlocks.
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