2012 HONDA CR-Z ECO mode

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uuIndicatorsu
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*1:The driving mode message on the multi-information display appears for a few seconds when you press the appropriate mode button.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Shift Up
Indicator*
●
Comes on briefly when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w .
● Comes on when shifting up is
recommended.
2 Shift Up/Down Indicators P. 209—
Shift Down
Indicator*
●
Comes on briefly when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w .
● Comes on when shifting down is
recommended.
SPORT Mode
Indicator *1
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
● Comes on when you press the SPORT mode button.2 3-Mode Drive System P. 211
NORMAL Mode
Indicator*1
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
● Comes on when you press the NORMAL mode button.2 3-Mode Drive System P. 211
ECON Mode
Indicator*1
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
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● Comes on when you press the
ECON mode button.2 3-Mode Drive System P. 211
* Not available on all models

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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 agai n
with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
● Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.
2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 301
●
Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 112
●
Appears when washer fluid gets low.●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 257
●
Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
● Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 241
●
Appears when you open the driver’s door while the
ignition key is in ACCESSORY
(q .
●
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , then remove the
key.
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MessageConditionExplanation
●
Appears while you are customizing the settings for the
following reasons:
The shift lever is moved out of
(P .
The parking brake is released.2 Customized Features P. 90
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models

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Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature,
and other gauges.
It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.
Press the / (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to change the
display.
■Switching the Display
4
/
(Information)
Button4SEL/RESET
Button
Eco Guide feedback
with Eco Drive Bar Average Fuel
Economy
RecordsAverage Fuel
Economy A
Range
Elapsed Time
Average Vehicle
Speed
Power Flow Monitor
Engine Oil Life
Customizable Setting Entry HFL
*
OFF
Shown when Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ® is activated.
* Not available on all models

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■ Real-Time score
The Eco assist scoring system is a point system
you can use to monitor your driving style and
its impact on fuel economy. Points are
represented by leaf icons on the multi-
information display. Leaves are:• Accumulated when your driving style is fuel
efficient.
• Deducted when your style is not fuel efficient.
■ Reset the system
To clear all leaves and lifetime points, complete the following steps within 30 seconds, and do not run the engine. 1. The shift lever must be in
(P .
The parking brake must be set.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
3. Make sure the NORMAL mode is selected.
4. Depress the brake pedal twice.
uThe ambient meter color changes from blue to green.
uWhen the METER COLOR CHANGE setting on the multi-information display is
off, the color stays in blue.
5. Press the ECON mode button.
6. Press the NORMAL mode button.
uThe ambient meter color turns off.
7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 .
■Eco Assist Scoring (Real-Time Score )/Eco Guide Feedback
Leaf
ICON1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage
1Reset the system
If the ECON mode is on in step 2, press the NORMAL
mode button. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
,
then go to step 1.
Automatic transmiss ion (CVT) models
Manual transmission models

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■Eco guide feedback with eco drive bar
The bar extends to the right or left of the center line while driving. The more
aggressive the acceleration is, the further the bar extends to the right. The more
aggressive the deceleration is, the further the bar extends to the left. Keep the bar
near the center line for better fu el economy while driving.
Deceleration Acceleration
High Fuel Economy High Fuel Economy
Moderate Deceleration
Aggressive Deceleration Moderate Acceleration
Aggressive Acceleration
1Eco guide feedback with eco drive bar
The ambient meter color changes corresponding to the level of eco drive bar extension.
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■Customization flow
Press the / button.
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METER SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCK
INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME
AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY *
LANGUAGE SELECTION
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY
TRIP A RESET with REFUEL
ELAPSED TIME RESET
HOLD ECON MODE
METER COLOR CHANGE
DISPLAY KM/MILES
LIGHTING SETUP
DOOR SETUP
EXIT
SEL /RESET
SEL /RESET
SEL /RESET
SEL /RESET
SEL /RESET
SEL /RESET
CHG SETTING
DEFAULT ALL
EXIT
CUSTOMIZE SETTINGS
DOOR LOCK MODE
KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMERAUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Auto Light Sensitivity
*
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■List of customizable options
*1: Default Setting
*2: If equipped Setup Group Customizable
Features Description Selectable settings
Meter Setup
Language SelectionChanges the displayed language.English*1
, French, Spanish
Adjust outside temp.
displayAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.
-5°F ~ ±0°F *1
~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C *1
~ +3°C (Canada)
Trip A Reset with RefuelSets Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset
when you refuel.ON, OFF *1
Elapsed Time ResetChanges the resetting conditions of the elapsed time.IGN OFF*1
, Trip A, Trip B
Hold ECON ModeMaintains ECON mode.ON, OFF *1
Meter Color ChangeTurns the ambient meter feature on and off.ON*1
, OFF
Display Km/MilesChanges the displayed measurement on the multi-
information display.AUTO *1
, KM, MILES
Lighting Setup Interior Light Dimming Time
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors. 60 sec, 30 sec
*1
, 15 sec
Auto Light Sensitivity *2
Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. Max, High, Mid *1
, Low, Min