2011 HONDA CR-Z air condition

Quick Reference Guide
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To Keep the IMA Battery in Good Condition
Drive your vehicle at least once a month for more than 30 minutes.
Parking your vehicle for an extended period can cause the IMA battery to weaken or decrease the IMA battery life.
Do not touch the Honda IMA System
A high voltage current runs through Honda IMA System. Consult your author ized dealer
when maintenance or repair is needed.
Do not spill any liquids on or around the IMA
battery, as they can damage the IMA battery.
If you accidentally spill liquids on or around
the battery, ensure that the spill is completely
wiped up as soon as possible.
The IMA system indicator may come on.
If a crash occurs Be careful of electric shock hazard.

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If a crash severely damaged your vehicle, there is a possibility of electrica l shock. Do
not touch the IMA system components or its wiring (orange).
Avoid contact with IMA battery fluid.

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The battery fluid may leak as a result of a crash. Avoid any skin or eye contact with
the fluid. The battery fluid is corrosive. If you accidentally touched it, f lush your eyes
or skin with a large quantity of water for at least five minutes, and seek medica l
attention immediately.
Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.

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Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with a small quantity of wate r can be
dangerous.
When the vehicle is disposed The IMA battery is a Nickel hydride battery. Honda collects and recycles use d IMA

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batteries – consult with your dealer for proper battery disposal in the eve nt your vehicle
is not repairable.
Safety Precautions
Do not cover the air intake.
If the air intake is obstructed during
vehicle operation, the IMA battery can
become too hot. To protect the battery,
the system may start limiting IMA battery
output power and cause the IMA system
and 12 volt battery charging system
indicators to come on.
IMA System Indicator
P. 7 3
12 Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator
P. 6 9
Air IntakeIMA Battery
IMA Power Cable
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Climate Control System P.13 1
Press the AUTO button to activate the automatic climate control system.

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Press the

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button to turn the system on or off.
Press the

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button to defrost the windshield.
On models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details.
Temperature Control Dial (Windshield
Defroster) Button
(Rear Window
Defogger/Heated Mirror *)
Button
MODE Control Button
(Fan Control) Button
(On/Off) Button (Recirculation)
Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
AUTO Button Air lows from dashboard vents.
Air lows from loor and windshield defroster vents. Air lows from loor vents.
Air lows from loor and


dashboard vents.
* Not available on all models
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Airbags Airbag System Indicators
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
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■ When the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Comes On
The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger’s front airbag has been turned off.This occurs when the passenger’s weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight of an infant or small child, on the seat. Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers. Never put a rear-facing child seat in this vehicle.If you decided to disregard our recommendations and transport a small child, they should be properly restrained.
Child Safety P. 5 6
Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on. If the passenger seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy and the indicator will not come on.
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
If the indicator comes on with no passenger and no objects on the passenger's seat, or with an adult riding there, something may be interfering with the weight sensors. Such as: An object hanging on the seat.
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An object pressing the rear of the seat-back.
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The seat or seat-back is forced back against
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cargo on the rear trays or loor behind it.An object placed under the passenger's seat.
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If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.
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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas The exhaust gas from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon monoxide gas will not get into the interior.Have the Exhaust System Inspected for Leaks Whenever
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The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
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The exhaust system may have been damaged.
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The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
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When you operate a vehicle with the hatch open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open, open both windows and set the climate control system as shown below. Select the fresh air mode.
1.
Select the
2.
mode.
Set the fan speed to high.
3.
Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
4. Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly ill up with carbon monoxide gas.Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items
Glove Box
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Pull the handle to open the glove box. You can keep beverage bottles and cans cool with the air conditioning system.
Push the lever forward to open the air vent
1.
in the glove box.Turn on the climate control system and
2.
adjust the temperature to cool.Set the mode control
3.
or .
The cool air is diverted through the air
vent.
Glove Box
The glove box light comes on when the parking lights are on. Use only resealable containers or keep unopened cans in the glove box.Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery and electrical components in the glove box and inside the dashboard. When the heater begins to divert warm air, the airlow into the glove box is shut off.
WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
Glove Box
Handle
Lever
Open
Close
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Controls
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select. The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that will as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference. Use the system when the engine is running.Press the AUTO button.
1.
Adjust the interior temperature using the temperature control dial.
2.
Press the
3.
button to cancel.
Switching Between the Recirculation and Fresh Air Modes
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Press the
button and switch the mode depending on environmental
conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the v ehicle’s interior through
the system.Fresh Air Mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in fresh air mode in normal situations.
Using Automatic Climate Control
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate control system in AUTO, the function of the button that was pressed will take priority.The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions unrelated to the button that was pressed will be controlled automatically. During the auto idle stop, the air conditioning system will be turned off.If the ECON mode is selected, the fan may also be turned off. To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the fan may not start immediately when the AUTO button is pressed. Once you have set the desired temperature, do not use the temperature control dial more than necessary.Doing so may delay the time it takes to reach the set temperature. If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning the system on AUTO, and setting the temperature to low. When you set the temperature to the lower or upper limit, Lo or Hi is displayed. Pressing the
button switches the climate
control system between on and off. The system selects your last selection.
Temperature Control Dial MODE Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button AUTO Button
Dashboard ventsFloor and defroster vents
Floor vents
Dashboard and loor vents
(Windshield Defroster) Button
(Fan Control) Button
(On/Off) Button
(Recirculation) Button
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Controls
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
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Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air mode. Press the
button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
To Rapidly Defrost the Windows
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1. Press the
button.
Press the
2.
button.
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower limit.When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the windshield may fog up. If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that the air hits the side windows. For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.
To Rapidly Defrost or Defog the Windows
After defrosting or defogging the windows, switch over to fresh air mode.If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes visibility.
On automatic transmission (CVT) model
Pressing the button restarts the engine
automatically during the auto idle stop.
On manual transmission model To defog during the auto idle stop, restart the engine as follows.
Make sure the shift lever is in
1.
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Depress the clutch pedal fully.
2.
Press the
3.
button.
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.Check Items Before Getting In the Vehicle

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Make sure there is no obstruction on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights,

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or other parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. When frozen hard, remove ice once it has softened.
When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel or wheel components.
Make sure the hood is securely closed.

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If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
Make sure the tires are in good condition.

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Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
Checking and Maintaining Tires P.269
Make sure there is no person or object behind or around the vehicle.

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There are blind spots from the inside.
Check Items in the Compartment

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Store or secure all items on board properly.

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Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Maximum Load Limit P.194
Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

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They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
Check Items Before Getting On the Vehicle
NOTICE If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing. Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder. You will be unable to insert key if the hole freezes.
Check Items in the Compartment
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and typically does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualiied technician.
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