2011 HONDA CR-Z fuel pressure

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TachometerSpeedometer
Ambient Meter
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator CHRG/ASST Indicators
Instant Fuel Economy GaugeMulti-Information Display
Security Alarm System Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Shift Up/Down Indicator *
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode Indicator
* Fuel Gauge
Instrument Panel
P. 6 7
Gauges P.81 Multi-Information Display
P.83 System Indicators
P.68
Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator *
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

12 Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®
)
System Indicator

VSA ®
OFF Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators

Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Indicator

IMA System Indicator

Auto Idle Stop Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator

Supplemental Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off Indicator
U.S. models only
Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Door/Hatch Open Indicator

Cruise Main Indicator

Cruise Control Indicator

System Message Indicator
Lights Reminders
System Indicators System Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator

Low Temperature Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator
System Indicators
SPORT Mode Indicator

NORMAL Mode Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator
System Indicators
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VSA®
Off Button P.215
The vehicle stability assist (VSA

● ®
) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during sharp cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.VSA

● ®
comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.To turn VSA

● ®
on or off, press and hold the
button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control
P.2 11
Cruise control allows you to maintain a set

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speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.To use cruise control, press the CRUISE

●
button, then press the DECEL/SET button when the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
P.
216
U.S. models only
TPMS monitors tire pressure.

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TPMS is turned on automatically every

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time you start the engine. Refueling
P. 2 3 1
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87
or higher
Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
Press and release the center of the rear edge
of the fuel fill door. You
hear a click. The door
pops open slightly.
Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to remove the cap.
Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill
d o o r.
After refueling, screw the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
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Driving
This chapter describes driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
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Before Driving
Driving Preparation ................................. 192
Maximum Load Limit .............................. 194
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle .............................. 196
When Driving Starting the Engine ................................. 197
Precautions While Driving ....................... 200
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................ 201Shifting (Automatic Transmission - CVT) .202
Shifting (Manual Transmission) ............... 207
3-Mode Drive System ............................. 210
Cruise Control ........................................ 211 VSA
®
(Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ....... 214TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .216
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation .................. 217
Braking Brake System .......................................... 219
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 221
Brake Assist System ................................ 222
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ....................................... 223Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission -
CVT) ....................................................... 224 Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission) ..... 227
Parking ................................................... 230
Refueling Fuel Information ..................................... 231
How to Refuel ........................................ 232
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy ........................ 234
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ............................................. 235
Modifications ......................................... 235
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Driving
When Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
U.S. models only
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signiicantly under-inlated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inlation also reduces fuel eficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inlation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
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Driving
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to determine actual fuel consumed while driving. In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. For more information on how this test is performed, please visit http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per Gallon
100LiterKilometersL per 100 km
Fuel economy is dependent on several conditions, including driving conditions, your driving habits, and the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
Maintenance and Fuel Economy

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You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle. Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the multi-information display.
Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended by the API Certification Seal.

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Maintain the specified tire pressure.

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Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.

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Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside

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adds weight and increases wind resistance.
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. (Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and inspection information.Types of Inspection and Maintenance

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Daily Inspections
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Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when refueling.
Periodic Inspections
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Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid P.254
Check the brake fluid level monthly.
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Brake/Clutch Fluid P.256
Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
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Checking and Maintaining Tires P.269
Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount
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brake light, and license plate lights monthly.
Replacing Light Bulbs P.258
Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P.266
Inspection and Maintenance
U.S. models only Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are "certiied" to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties. However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Maintenance Service Items P. 2 4 3
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks that require more skills and tools, purchase the service manual.
Authorized Manuals P. 3 1 9
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make sure that you have the necessary tools and skills irst.After performing maintenance, complete the records in the separate maintenance booklet.
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.Inflation Guidelines
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Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and
comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or specification’s page for the specified pressure. Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from overheating. Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazard, and wear unevenly. Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the others, check the pressure with a tire gauge. At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm 2
) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
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Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.Look for:
Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any.
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Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
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Uneven tread wear. Have your dealer check the wheel alignment.
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Excessive tread wear.
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Wear Indicators P.274
Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If necessary, add or release air until the speciied pressure is reached. If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as mush as 4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm 2
) higher
than if checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consist ent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have been removed and reinstalled should be properly balanced.
WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance.
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Maintenance
Cleaning Exterior Care
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.Washing the Vehicle

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Wash the vehicle frequently. Also, make sure to wash the vehicle in the following circumstances:
If driving on roads with road salt.
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If driving in coastal areas.
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If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
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Using an Automated Vehicle Wash

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Fold in the door mirrors. Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated vehicle wash.
Using High Pressure Cleaners

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Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
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Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
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enter the vehicle interior. Do not spray water into the engine compartment.
Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water directly into the air intake vents or engine compartment. It can cause a malfunction. Do not spray water onto the fuel ill door directly. A high-pressure spray may cause it to open.
Air Intake Vents
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