2012 HONDA CR-Z Owners Manual

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 98
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 100
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 103
Opening and Closing the Hatch ....... 104
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 105
Security System Alarm ...................... 105
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 107Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 109
Turn Signals ..................................... 110
Light Switches.................................. 110 Fog Lights *
...................................... 112
Daytime Running Lights ................... 112
Wipers and Washers ........................ 113
Brightness Control ........................... 115
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 116
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 117 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 118
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 118
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 119
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 124
Interior Convenience Items .............. 125
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 132
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 134
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Setting the Clock
Clock
You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK (AM/FM) button with
the ignition switch in ON
(w.
1. Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock display begins to blink.
2. Press the
(1 (Hour) button to change the hours.
3. Press the
(2 (Minute) button to change the minutes.
4. Press the CLOCK button to go back to the normal display.
■Adjusting the Time
1Clock
To set the time to the nearest hour:
Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock
display begins to blink, then press the
(3 (Reset)
button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets
forward or backward.
Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:001:53 will reset to 2:00
The clock is automatically updated through the navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
(2 Button
(1 Button
(3 Button
CLOCK Button Clock Display

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors and hatch.
You can also use the remote transmitter to
lock and unlock the doors and hatch.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.2 Immobilizer System P. 105
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:
• Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids.
• Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Key with Remote Transmitter
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside■Locking the doors
Press the LOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors
and hatch lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security system is set.
■ Unlocking the doors
Press the UNLOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe passenger’s door and the hatch unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors and the hatch will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 90
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the UNLOCK button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 124
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or the hatch is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 279
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 90
LED
Unlock Button Lock
Button

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it. ■Locking the driver's door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
■ Locking the passenger's door
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■ Lockout preventi on system
The doors and the hatch cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and either door or the hatch is open.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all the
doors and hatch lock at the same time. When
unlocking, the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the
key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the
passenger’s door and the hatch.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 90
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the doors and
hatch lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in the vehicle.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside■Locking a door
Pull the lock tab. ■ Unlocking a door
Push the lock tab in.
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock both doors and the hatch.
■Using the Lock Tab1Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, the other door and hatch lock at the
same time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, only the driver's door will unlock.
To Unlock
Lock TabTo Lock
■Using the Master Door Lock Switch1Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver's door using the
master lock switch, all the doors and hatch lock/ unlock at the same time.
Master Door
Lock Switch
To Lock
To Unlock

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
Your vehicle locks all doors and unlocks the driver’s door automatically when a
certain condition is met. ■Drive lock mode
The auto door lock function automatically locks all the doors and hatch when the
vehicle reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). ■ Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P with the brake pedal
depressed. The settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
■ Ignition switch unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the igni tion switch is moved out of ON
(w. The
settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
■Auto Door Locking
■Auto Door Unlocking
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information
display. 2 Customized Features P. 90
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models