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Information
7.Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in
(D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows,
drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may
vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds
because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two
more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
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Warranty Coverages
■
U.S. Owners
Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the
emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and
workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty – these two warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems.
Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for
exact information.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered
by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered for
rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.
Accessory Limited Warranty – Honda accessories are covered under this
warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other
factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Honda replacement parts
against defects in materials and workmanship.
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Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2013 Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. ■ Canadian Owners
Please refer to the 2013 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Information
Authorized Manuals
■Service Express
For electronic copies of service publication s, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
■ U.S. Owners
The publications listed below can be pu rchased from Helm Incorporated. You can
order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credi t card orders only), or online at
www.helminc.com .
Make an inquiry to Helm Inc. at (800) 782-4356 if you are interested in ordering
other models' or other years' manuals.
Publication
Form NumberForm Description
61SZT022013 Honda CR-Z Service Manual
61SZT02EL2013 Honda CR-Z Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
61SZT302011 Honda CR-Z Body Repair Manual
31SZT6202013 Honda CR-Z Owner’s Manual
31SZT8202013 Honda CR-Z Navigation System Owner’s Manual
31SZTM202013 Honda CR-Z Service History
31SZTQ202013 Honda CR-Z Technology Reference Guide
HON-ROrder Form for Previous Years-
Indicate Year and Model Desired
1Authorized Manuals Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures
for repair to engine and chassis components. It is
written for the journeyman technician, but it is simple
enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand. Electrical Troublesho oting Manual:
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-
depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.
Body Repair Manual:
Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
of damaged body parts.
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Information
Customer Service Information
Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals.
They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that
your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the
dealership's service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the
decision made by the dealership's management, contac t Honda Customer Services.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Services
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009 Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Boulevard Markham, ONL6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909E-mail: [email protected]
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-75461Customer Service Information
When you call or write, please give us the following
information: • Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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• Date of purchase
• Odometer reading of your vehicle
• Your name, address, and telephone number
• A detailed description of the problem
• Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Index
Index
Numbers
12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 67
3-Mode Drive System ............................... 197
ECON Mode Indicator ............................... 76
NORMAL Mode Indicator .......................... 76
SPORT Mode Indicator .............................. 76
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 185
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 210
Accessories and Modifications ................ 220
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 129
Active Head Restraints ............................. 125
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 236
Engine Oil ............................................... 231
Washer ................................................... 241
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 231
Adjusting
Head Restraints ....................................... 123
Headlights .............................................. 242
Mirrors.................................................... 119
Seats....................................................... 121
Steering Wheel ....................................... 118
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System) ....................... 134
Changing the Mode................................ 134 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 135 Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 264
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 134
Sensors .................................................... 136
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 134
Air Pressure ....................................... 253, 307
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorders ................................. 25
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 69, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ...................................................... 45
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Audio ........................................... 145
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 210
Indicator .................................................... 69
ASST Indicator ............................................. 82
Audio Remote Controls .............................. 18
Audio System ............................................ 138
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 144
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 140
Error Messages ........................................ 153
General Information ................................ 155
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 151
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 146
Reactivating ............................................. 141 Recommended CDs ................................. 155
Recommended Drives .............................. 157
Security Code .......................................... 141
Theft Protection ...................................... 141
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 139
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 157
Authorized Manuals ................................ 315
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Customize ................................................. 90
Auto Idle Stop
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 191
Manual Transmission ............................... 194
Auto Idle Stop Indicator ............................ 75
Automatic Lighting .................................. 112
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 182
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ............ 185, 186
Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 191
Creeping ................................................. 182
Fluid ........................................................ 238
Kickdown ................................................ 182
L Mode ................................................... 187
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 184
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 289
Shifting ................................................... 183
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 140
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 88
Average Fuel Economy Records ................ 88
Average Speed ........................................... 85
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Back-Up Light............................................ 247
Battery ....................................................... 262
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 293
Jump Starting .......................................... 287
Maintenance
(Checking the 12 Volt Battery) ............... 262
Maintenance
(Replacing the Button Battery)................ 263
Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG)............ 82
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 128
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............... 88, 158
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 208
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 210
Brake Assist System ................................. 211
Brake System Indicator............................. 295
Fluid ........................................................ 240
Foot Brake ............................................... 209
Indicator .................................................. 295
Parking Brake .......................................... 208
Brightness Control (In strument Panel).... 116
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 242
Back-Up Lights......................................... 247
Brake/Taillight .......................................... 248
Bulb Specifications ................................... 306
Fog Lights ................................................ 244 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 246
Headlights ............................................... 242 High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 249
Parking/Daytime Running Light................ 246
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 249
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Light...................................................... 246
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 62
Cargo Cover .............................................. 131
Carrying Cargo ................................. 173, 175
CD Player ................................................... 147
Certification Label .................................... 308
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 242
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 293
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 58
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 57
Using a Tether ........................................... 59
CHRG Indicator ........................................... 82
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 267
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 265
Climate Control System ............................ 134
Changing the Mode ................................ 134
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 135 Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 264
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 134
Sensors ................................................... 136
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 134
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 271, 307
Controls ...................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 236
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 237
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 236
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Overheating ............................................ 290
Creep Aid System ..................................... 180
Creeping ................................................... 182
Cruise Control .......................................... 200
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 128
Customer Service Information ................ 316
Customized Features ................................. 90
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 113
Dead Battery ............................................ 287
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 135
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 309
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 111
Rearview Mirror .............................. 119, 120
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 232
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Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 111
Door Mirrors ............................................. 120
Doors .......................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door Open Indicator ................................. 69
Door/Hatch Open Indicator ....................... 31
Keys.......................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 102
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 100
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 101
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 256
Driving ...................................................... 171
3-Mode Drive System .............................. 197
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 182
Braking ................................................... 208
Cruise Control ........................................ 200
Manual Transmission .............................. 188
Plus Sport System.................................... 198
Shifting Gear (Automatic Transmission) ... 183
Shifting Gear (Manual Transmission) ....... 188
Starting the Engine ................................. 178
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 264
E
Eco Assist System .......................................... 8
Eco Drive Bar .......................................... 9, 87
Eco Score ................................................ 9, 86 Ecological Drive Display
............................. 86
ECON Mode ........................................ 76, 197
Elapsed Time ............................................... 85
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST) ....... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 71, 295
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 203
Emergency ................................................ 301
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 311
Engine ....................................................... 308
Coolant ................................................... 236
Jump Starting .......................................... 287
Oil ........................................................... 231
Starting ................................................... 178
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 110
Engine Coolant ......................................... 236
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 237
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 236
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 73
Overheating ............................................ 290
Engine Oil ................................................. 231
Adding .................................................... 233
Checking ................................................. 232
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 225
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 66, 292
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 231
Engine Oil Life ............................................ 88
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 71, 295 Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 267
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 119
F
Features .................................................... 137
Filters ......................................................... 264
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 264
Oil ........................................................... 234
Flat Tire ..................................................... 271
Floor Mats ................................................. 266
Fluids Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 238
Brake ...................................................... 240
Clutch ..................................................... 240
Engine Coolant ....................................... 236
Manual Transmission ............................... 239
Windshield Washer ................................. 241
Foot Brake ................................................ 209
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Wiper/Washer ................................. 114
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 216
Economy ................................................. 219
Gauge ....................................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 216
Refueling................................................. 216
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