2011 HONDA CR-Z display

Instrument Panel
This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used during driving.
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Indicators
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Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages .............................. 78
Gauges and Multi-Information Display Gauges .................................................... 81
Multi-Information Display ......................... 83
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Indicators
IndicatorName On/Blinking Explanation Message
High Temperature Indicator Comes on briefly when you turn

•
the ignition switch to ON
II.
Blinks when the engine coolant

•
temperature goes up, and stays on if the temperature continues to rise. Blinks while driving

• - Drive slowly to
prevent overheating.Stays on while driving

• - Immediately
stop in a safe place and allow the engine to cool.
Overheating P.297
IMA System Indicator Comes on briefly when you turn

•
the ignition switch to ON
II.
Comes on if there is a problem

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with the IMA system. Remains on or does not come on

•
at all - Avoid high speed driving and
have the vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
If the IMA Indicator Comes ON P.303
System Message Indicator Comes on along with a beep when

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a problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time. While the indicator is on, press the

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(information) button to see
the message again. Refer to the Indicators information in

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this chapter when a system message appears on the multi-information display. Take the appropriate action for the message.
The multi-information display does not

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return to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the

button is pressed.
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Indicators
IndicatorName On/Blinking Explanation Message
NORMAL Mode Indicator*1 Comes on briefly when you turn

•
the ignition switch to ON II.
Comes on when you press the

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NORMAL mode button. 3-Mode Drive System P.210
ECON Mode Indicator *1 Comes on briefly when you turn

•
the ignition switch to ON
II.
Comes on when you press the

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ECON mode button. 3-Mode Drive System P.210
* 1
: The driving mode message on the multi-information display appears for a few seconds when you press the appropriate mode
button.
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Indicators Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the
(information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
Message Condition Explanation
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not

•
installed.
Tighten the Fuel Fill Cap P.301
Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.

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Daytime Running Lights P.112
Canadian models only Appears when washer fluid gets low.

• Refilling washer fluid.

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Refilling Window Washer Fluid P.257
Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due

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soon. Consequently, “SERVICE DUE NOW” and “SERVICE

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PAST DUE” follow.
Maintenance Minder ™
P.241
Appears when you open the driver’s door while the

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ignition key is in ACCESSORY
I. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK

•
0, then
remove the key.
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Indicators Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Message ConditionExplanation
Appears when the ignition key is turned to

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ACCESSORY
from ON II. (The driver’s door is
closed.) —
Appears when you open the driver’s door while the

•
ignition key is in LOCK
0. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Appears if the clutch pedal is not fully depressed while
the auto idle stop is in operation, and the engine is ready
to restart. Fully depress the clutch pedal.

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Auto Idle Stop P.227
Appears when the shift lever is in any forward gear

•
position, and the auto idle stop operating time has continued for a while. Shift to

•
N. Auto Idle Stop P.227
Appears while the auto idle stop is in operation, and

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to allow the engine to restart again for the following reasons:
The IMA battery charge is low.
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There is a problem with the system.
• Manually start the engine.

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Starting the Engine P.197
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Message ConditionExplanation
Automatic transmission (CVT) model Manual transmission model Appears while you are customizing the settings for the

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following reasons: The shift lever is moved out of

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P (CVT).
The parking brake is released (manual transmission).

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Customization Procedure P.90
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Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and IMA battery related indicators. They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON
II.
Speedometer

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Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Fuel Gauge

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Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Tachometer

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Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Speedometer
Press and hold the kmh/mph change button until you hear a beep. The speedometer reading and the displayed measurements on the multi-information display switch between mph and km/h. The display change message appears for a few seconds.
Fuel Gauge
NOTICE You should refuel when the reading approaches E. Running out of fuel can cause the engine to
misire, damaging the catalytic converter. The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.
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Gauges and Multi-Information Display Gauges
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge
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Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100km.
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator

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The remaining battery charge level is displayed as a bar graph.
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST)

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The degree to which the electric motor is assisting the engine is displayed by the ASST indicator bar.
Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG)

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The degree to which the IMA battery is being charged is displayed by the CHRG indicator bar.
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge
Press and hold the kmh/mpg change button to switch the measurement.
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator
The IMA battery charge level may decrease rapidly under the following conditions: When the 12 volt battery has been replaced.
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When the IMA battery has been disconnected.
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When the IMA battery control system is
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correcting its reading.
The charge level reading will be corrected automatically while driving.
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator
CHRG IndicatorASST Indicator
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST)
If the IMA battery is too hot or too cold, the IMA battery’s output power is limited to protect the battery. This disables the IMA assist and auto idle stop, even though the battery is well-charged. It takes a short time to normalize the IMA battery’s output power depending on the weather.
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