2013 HONDA CR-Z Owners Manual

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Controls
Opening and Closing the Hatch
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Hatch
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the hatch before opening or
closing it. ■Opening the hatch
• Open the hatch all the way.
uIf it is not fully opened, the hatch may come down accidentally by its own
weight.
• Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the hatch to close.
■ Closing the hatch
Keep the hatch closed while driving to:
uAvoid possible damage.
uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 62
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Hatch
Be careful not to hit your head on the hatch or to put
your hands between the hatch and the cargo area
when closing the hatch.
When you are storing or picking up luggage from the
cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space.
They may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden
acceleration, or a crash.
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uuOpening and Closing the HatchuOpening/Closing the Hatch
Controls
Opening/Closing the HatchPush up the release button on the tailgate
after the doors are unlocked.
To close the hatch, grab the inner handle, pull
the hatch down, and push it closed from
outside.
1Opening/Closing the Hatch
When the driver’s door is locked, the hatch will lock
when it is closed.
Release
Button
Inner Handle
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Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch: •Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another ve hicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the doors, hatch, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter. ■ When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and all of the exterior lights flash. ■ To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key or remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w . The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0 , and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• Both doors and the hatch are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set. ■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w . The security system
alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■ Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when unlocking the door with
the lock tab or the master door lock switch.
If the 12 volt battery goes de ad after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Panic Button
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Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w, using the switches on the doors. The driver side switches can be used to open
and close both windows.
The power window lock button on the driver side must be switched off (not pushed
in) to open and close the passenger’s window from the passenger's side.
When the power window lock button is pushed in, you can only operate the driver's
window. Turn the power window lock button on if a child rides in the passenger’s seat.
■Automatic operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly. ■ Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the window reaches the desired position.
■Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.
3WARNING
Closing a power window on someone's
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passenger is away from the
window before closing it.
ON
OFF
Power Window Lock Button
Driver’s
Window Switch
Passenger’s
Window Switch
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uuOpening and Closing the WindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows
Controls
To open: Push the switch down.
To close: Pull the switch up.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
■Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function
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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
1Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
(P.
If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY (q, a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the multi-information display: • In LOCK
(0 : REMOVE KEY
• In ACCESSORY
(q : RETURN IGNITION SWITCH
TO LOCK (0) POSITION
The buzzer will stop when you take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY
(q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
3WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
while driving locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose co ntrol of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch
only when parked.
Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
All models
(0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
(w ON: This is the pos ition when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
(w when you let go of
the key.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluTurn Signals
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Controls
Turn SignalsThe turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch. ■High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click. ■ Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams. ■ Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■Manual Operation
1Light Switches
If you remove the key fr om the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off reduces
the life of the HID headlight bulbs.
If you sense that the level of the headlights is
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Models with high voltage discharge tube bulbs
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and rear license plate
lights
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