2011 HONDA CR-Z Owners Manual

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Shift Lever Does Not Move
Automatic transmission (CVT) model
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of P position.
Releasing the Lock

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1. Set the parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
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tip screwdriver and remove the cover of the shift lock release slot.
Put the tip of the flat-tip screwdriver into the slot and remove it as shown in the image.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.While pushing on the key, press the shift
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lever release button and place the shift lever into
N.
The lock is now released. Have the shift lever checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
SlotCover
Shift Lock Release Slot
Release Button
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating Overheating symptoms are as follows:The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
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Steam is coming out of the engine compartment.
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First Thing to Do
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Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
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Put the shift lever to P (CVT) or N (manual transmission) and set the
parking brake. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
No steam coming out:
2. Keep the engine running and open the hood.
Steam coming out: Turn off the engine and wait until steam goes away.
Then, open the hood.
How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE Continuing to drive with the high temperature indicator on may damage the engine.
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you. Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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Overheating How to Handle Overheating
Next Thing to Do
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1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the high temperature indicator goes off.
If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
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the coolant level and check the cooling system components for leaks.
If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, check that the radiator is cool. Cover the radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the filler neck, and put the cap back on.
Last Thing to Do
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Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
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indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer for repairs.
Reserve
Tank
MIN
MAX
How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs. Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only. Have a dealer lush the system with proper antifreeze as soon as possible.
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
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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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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the IMA Indicator Comes On If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
If the IMA Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for Indicator to Come On
Comes on when there is a problem with the IMA system.
What to Do When the Indicator Comes On
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Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
U. S. models only
■ Reasons for the Indicator to Come On or Blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
What to Do When the Indicator Comes On
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Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on the driver side doorjamb.
What to Do When the Indicator Blinks
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Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact spare tire has triggered the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full size tire. The indicator goes off after a while. If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE Driving on an extremely underinlated tire can cause it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always inlate your tires to the prescribed level.
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