2011 HONDA CR-Z service indicator

Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected

P. 2 8 5
Flat Tire P. 2 8 7
Park in a safe location and replace the flat

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tire with the compact spare tire located under the cargo area. Engine Won't Start

P. 2 9 3
If the 12 volt battery is dead, jump start it

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using a booster battery. Overheating

P. 2 9 7
Park in a safe location. If there is no steam

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coming out, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.
Indicators Come On P. 2 9 9
Identify the indicator and consult the

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owner's manual. Blown Fuse

P. 3 0 4
Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

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device does not operate. Emergency Towing

P. 3 0 8
Call a professional towing service if you

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need to tow your vehicle.
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Instrument Panel
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.

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

• Refilling washer fluid.

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

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

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

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

•
0, then
remove the key.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
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Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ................... 238
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 239Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service .................................................. 240
Maintenance Minder ™
............................ 241
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood ....... 245
Opening the Hood ................................. 246
Recommended Engine Oil ...................... 247
Oil Check ............................................... 248
Adding Engine Oil .................................. 249
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .... 250 Engine Coolant ...................................... 252
Transmission Fluid .................................. 254
Brake/Clutch Fluid .................................. 256
Refilling Window Washer Fluid ............... 257
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................. 258
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Checking Wiper Blades ........................... 266
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber 266
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber .. 268
Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires ........................................ 269
Tire and Loading Information Label ........ 270
Tire Labeling ........................................... 270 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
.272
Wear Indicators ...................................... 274
Tire Service Life ...................................... 274
Tire and Wheel Replacement .................. 275
Tire Rotation .......................................... 276
Winter Tires ............................................ 277
12 Volt Battery ........................................ 278
Remote Transmitter Care ....................... 279
Replacing the Battery ............................. 279
Climate Control System Maintenance ... 280
Cleaning ................................................... 281
Interior Care ........................................... 281
Exterior Care .......................................... 283
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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder™
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the maintenance minder messages appear on the multi-information display every time you turn the ignition switch to ON
II. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring
your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.
Displaying the Engine Oil Life

■
Turn the ignition switch to ON
1. II.
Press the
2.
button repeatedly until the engine oil life appears on the
multi-information display.
The system message indicator (
) comes on along with the maintenance minder
message.
Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine operating conditions, the remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%) Calculated Engine
Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91 90 90 to 81
80 80 to 71
70 70 to 61
60 60 to 51
50 50 to 41
40 40 to 31
30 30 to 21
20 20 to 16
15 15 to 11
10 10 to 65 5 to 1
0 0
Maintenance Service Items
Remaining Engine Oil Life
(Information) Buttons
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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder™
Maintenance Service Items
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System Message Indicator Maintenance Minder Message
Sub Items
Main Item
Maintenance Service Items
Independent of the maintenance minder
•
messages, replace the brake luid every 3 years. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
•
km).Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3
•
only if they are noisy.
*1: Change the engine oil according to the maintenance minder messages, or annually, whichever comes irst.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen ilter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
Code Maintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oil*
• 1
B Replace engine oil*
• 1
and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
•
Check parking brake adjustment
•
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear
•
box, and boots
Inspect suspension components
•
Inspect driveshaft boots
•
Inspect brake hoses and lines
•
(including ABS/VSA ®
)
Inspect all fluid levels and
•
condition of fluids
Inspect exhaust system
• #
Inspect fuel lines and connections
• #Code Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires •
2 Replace air cleaner element* • 2
Replace dust and pollen
•
filter* 3
Inspect drive belt
•
3 Replace transmission fluid •
4 Replace spark plugs •
Inspect valve clearance
•
5 Replace engine coolant •
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires Wear Indicators Tire Service Life
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so that the indicator is exposed, replace the tire.Worn out tires have poor traction on wet roads.
Tire Service Life The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use). In addition to your regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. It is also recommended that all tires, including the spare, be removed from service after 10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear. Wear Indicators shown by a mark
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Index
Index C to D
Belts (Seat)
.......................................................................34
Beverage Holders
......................................................126
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
.............................17 3
Booster Seats
..................................................................63
Brake System
................................................................219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...........................
221
Brake Assist System ................................................
222
Fluid .................................................................................
256
Foot Brake ....................................................................
220
Indicator ................................................................
68,302
Parking Brake .............................................................
219
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
.....115
Bulb Replacement
....................................................258
Back-Up, Turn Signal and Rear Side Marker Lights ............................................................................
263
Brake/ Taillights ..........................................................
264
Fog Lights .....................................................................
260
Front Turn/Parking/Side Marker Lights ........
262
Headlights ....................................................................
258
High-Mount Brake Light .....................................
265
License Plate ...............................................................
265
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights ............................................................................
262
Bulb Specifications
...................................................312
C
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ....................................64
Carrying Cargo
..................................................192,19 4
Certification Label
...................................................314
CD Player
...............................................................14 5 ,15 6
Changing Bulbs
...........................................................258
Charging System Indicator
.........................69,300
Child Safety
.....................................................................56
Child Seat
..........................................................................56
Booster Seats ...............................................................
63
Child Seat for Infants ...............................................
58
Child Seat for Small Children ...............................
59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................................
60
Larger Children ...........................................................
62
Rear Facing Child Seat ............................................
58
Selecting a Child Seat ..............................................
59
Using Tether ...................................................................
61
CHRG (Battery Charge in Progress) Indicator
..........................................................................82
Cleaning the Exterior
.............................................283
Cleaning the Interior
..............................................281
Climate Control System
........................................131
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .
132
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................................
280
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ...........................
131
Sensors ...........................................................................
133
Using Automatic Climate Control Changing ..................................................................
131
Clock .....................................................................................98
Clutch Fluid
....................................................................256
Compact Spare Tire
........................................2 8 7, 3 13
Controls
...............................................................................97
Coolant (Engine)
........................................................252
Adding to the Radiator .........................................
253
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..............................
252
Overheating ................................................................
297
Temperature Indicators ....................................
73,74
Creeping (Automatic Transmission– CV T)
...................201
Cruise Control
..............................................................2 11
Indicator ...........................................................................
76
Cup Holder
.....................................................................126
Customer Service Information
........................320
Customized Features
................................................90
D
Daytime Running Lights ......................................112
Dead Battery
...............................................................294
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
.......................................................................132
Detachable Towing Hook
..................................309
Dimming Headlights ....................................................................
11 0
Dipstick (Engine Oil)
...............................................24 8
Directional Signals (Turn Signals)
.................11 0
Door Mirrors
.................................................................11 8
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Index
Index M to N
L Mode
..............................................................................206
Load Limits
.....................................................................19 4
Locking/Unlocking
....................................................99
Auto Door Lock /Unlock .......................................
103
From Inside ..................................................................
102
From Outside ..............................................................
10 0
Keys ...................................................................................
99
Using a Key ..................................................................
101
Lockout Prevention System
...............................101
Low Battery Charge (12 volt)
..........................300
Low Fuel Indicator
.......................................................70
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
.........................68,299
Low Temperature Indicator
.................................74
Lubricant Specifications Chart
........................313
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
...................19 4
M
M (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode) Indicator
........................................................................203
Maintenance
.................................................................237
Battery ............................................................................
278
Brake/Clutch Fluid ....................................................
256
Cleaning ........................................................................
281
Climate Control .........................................................
280
Coolant ..........................................................................
252
Maintenance Minder ™
.......................................... 241
Oil ....................................................................................
24 8
Precautions ..................................................................
238
Radiator .........................................................................
253
Remote Transmitter ................................................
279
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................................
258
Safety ..............................................................................
239
Schedule .......................................................................
241
Service Items ...............................................................
243
Tires .................................................................................
269
Transmission Fluid ....................................................
254
Under the Hood .......................................................
245
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.....................69,301
Manual Transmission
..............................................207
Map Lights
......................................................................12 3
Maximum Load Limit
.............................................19 4
Meters, Gauges
.............................................................81
Mirrors ...............................................................................11 8
Adjusting ......................................................................
11 8
Door ................................................................................
11 8
Exterior ..........................................................................
11 8
Interior Rearview ....................................................
11 8
Modifications (and Accessories)
....................235
MP3
................................................14 5 ,14 9 ,15 6 ,15 8 ,16 5
Multi-Information Display
...................................83
N
Normal Mode Button ........................................7, 21 0
Normal Mode Indicator
.........................................77
Numbers (Identification)
.....................................314
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