2013 HONDA CR-Z mode

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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features.
This owner's manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2Instrument Panel P. 65
Indicators P. 66 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 81
2Controls P. 97
Setting the Clock P. 98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 110
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 126
2Features P. 137
Audio System P. 138 Audio Error Messages P. 153
2Driving P. 171
Before Driving P. 172 Towing a Trailer P. 177
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 213
Refueling P. 216 Fuel Economy P. 219
2Maintenance P. 221
Before Performing Maintenance P. 222 Maintenance Minder

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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Audio System (P 138)
❙Navigation System *

() See Navigation System Manual
❙Rear Window Defogger (P 117)
❙Heated Mirror Button *
(P 117)
❙Seat Heater Switches *
(P133)
❙Ignition Switch (P 110)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 118)
❙SPORT Mode Button (P 197)
❙NORMAL Mode Button (P 197)
❙ECON Mode Button (P 197)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) System OFF) Button (P 204)
❙km/h/mph Change Button (P81)
❙System Indicators (P 66)
❙Gauges (P 81)
❙Multi-Information Display (P 83)
❙Climate Control System (P134 )
❙Hazard Warning Button
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❙Wipers/Washers (P 114)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up) *
(P 186)
❙Brightness Control (P 116)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P 111)
❙Fog Lights*
(P 113)
❙Remote Audio Control Buttons (P 142)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)*
(P186)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons *
(P 158)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons *

() See Navigation System Manual
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P 200)
❙SEL/RESET Button (P 83)
❙ (Information) Button (P 83)
❙Plus Sport Button (P198)
* Not available on all models
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❙Upper Instrument
Panel Storage
❙Rearview Mirror (P 119)
❙Interior Lights/Map Lights (P 126)
❙Sun Visors
❙Vanity Mirrors*
❙Seat Belts
(P 32)
❙Side Curtain Airbags
(P 49)
❙Interior Lights (Rear)
(P 126)
❙Cargo Area Light
❙Seats
(P 121)
❙Side Airbags (P 46)
❙Rear Cargo Console (P 130)
❙Cargo Area (P 130)
* Not available on all models
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3-Mode Drive System
There are three driving modes for your vehicle: SPORT, NORMAL and ECON. Each mode offers a different level of driving performan ce.
The mode buttons are located on the control panel. NORMAL mode, which is most suitable for all-purpose driving, is the default setting for
your vehicle.
The indicator of the
selected mode comes on.
SPORT Mode
Increases engine performance and
handling. Suitable for driving at hills or
curves in a mountain, or driving in a
suburb.
NORMAL Mode
Balances driving performance and fuel economy. Best for most driving situations.
ECON Mode
Maximizes fuel economy. Provides
longer Auto Idle Stop operating time
when the climate control system is in
use.
The indicator blinks wh en the Plus Sport
System stands by to be activated, and
when the system is in operation.
Press the button, then depress the
accelerator pedal to activate the Plus
Sport System in any driving mode (SPORT,
NORMAL, or ECON).
This helps you to momentarily accelerate with more power when you depress the
accelerator pedal.
Plus Sport System (P198)
Plus Sport Button
Plus Sport System
Helps the vehicle to momentarily accelerate with more engine and
electric motor assist power when you depress the accelerator pedal.
*
Not available on all models
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Eco Assist System
The Shift UP/DOWN Indicators*

(P189) ● These indicators alert you when it is appropriate to
shift to attain better fuel economy.
Displays when shifting up
is recommended.
Displays when shifting down
is recommended.
The indicators do not come on in SPORT mode. Ambient Meter ●
Changes color to reflect your driving style.
Green: Fuel efficient driving
Blue green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
Blue: Aggressive acceleration/deceleration
● Changes to constant red when SPORT mode is
selected.
● The ambient meter color changes in accordance with:
Your brake or accelerator pedal operation.
Your brake or accelerator pedal operation, and shift
changes based on the shift up indicator.
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
Canadian models
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Quick Reference GuideDrive Cycle Score/Lifetime Points ●Comes on when the ig nition switch is in LOCK
(0.
Real Time Score (re presents your current trip) (P86)
● Each time you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w, the Ecological Drive display starts without any leaves on the plants. Leaves
accumulate or diminish based on your driving style during the current trip.
Ecological Guide Display Feedback with Eco Drive Bar (P87)
Advancing to Second Stage
Advancing to Third Stage
Receding to Second Stage
Receding to First Stage Drive Cycle Score
Lifetime Points
The bar extends to
the right when you
press the accelerator pedal.
The bar extends to
the left when you
press the brake pedal.Slow, steady acceleration/
Maximizes fuel economy
Slow deceleration/
Maximizes fuel economy
Moderate de
celeration
Moderate a
cceleration Aggressive/Inconsistent
acceleration
Aggressive deceleration
First Stage
Second StageThird Stage●Keep the bar from extending
too much to the left or right
side. The shorter the bar is
while driving, the higher the
fuel economy becomes.
* Not available on all models
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Safe Driving (P27)
Airbags (P39)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passenger during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P54)
● Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers. If you decide to
disregard our recommendations and transport a child passenger, the child
should be properly restrained.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the passenger's seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P62)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P172)
● Before driving, check that the seats, steering wheel, and
mirrors have been properly adjusted. Seat Belts
(P32)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat.
● Check that your passenger is wearing their
seat belt correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
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