2014 HONDA CR-Z remote control

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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
On models with navigation system, see the Navigation System Manual for operation
of the audio system, Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink®, and voice commands for these
features.
The audio system features AM/FM radio. It can also play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC
files, USB flash drives, and iPod devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel or
the remote controls on the steering wheel.1About Your Audio System
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not
supported.
iPod ® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
You can operate the audio system by voice
commands. See the navigation system manual for full
details.
State or local laws may li mit the circumstances in
which you can launch or cont rol your attached audio
device.
Models with navigation system
Remote Control iPod
® USB Flash
DriveUSB
Adapter
Cable
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
Auxiliary
Input Jack
Auxiliary
Input Jack

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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
Features
Audio Remote Controls
Allows you to operate the audio system while driving.
MODE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM1 FM2 AM CD AUX
VOL Button
Press : To increase the volume.
Press : To decrease the volume.
CH Button
• When listening to the radio
Press
(+ : To select the next preset radio station.
Press
(- : To select the previous preset radio station.
Press and hold
(+ : To select the next strong station.
Press and hold
(- : To select the previous strong station.
• When listening to a CD, iPod ® or USB flash drive
Press
(+ : To skip to the next song.
Press
(- : To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
• When listening to a CD or USB flash drive
Press and hold
(+ : To skip to the next folder.
Press and hold
(- : To go back to the previous folder.
1 Audio Remote Controls
When in the AUX mode, the following is operable
from the remote controls:
•iPod ®/USB flash drive connected to the USB
adapter cable
VOL
(Volume)
Button MODE
Button
CH (Channel)
Button
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uuAudio System uAudio System Basic Operation
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Features
Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system function, the ignition swit ch must be in ACCESSORY (q or
ON
(w. Use the selector knob to access some audio
functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection. button: Press to select the Sound
Setting mode.
button: Press to go back to the
previous display.
1 Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to ENTER.
Press the MODE,
( +, (-, or button on the
steering wheel to cha nge any audio setting.
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Button
Selector Knob

uuAudio System uPlaying the AM/FM Radio
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Features
Use the auto select feature to scan both bands and store the strongest station in
each preset.
Press the A.SEL button to activate the feature.
To turn off auto select, press the A.SEL button again. This restores the presets you
originally set.
Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station.
■RDS INFO ON
Press the TITLE button while listening to an RDS capable station. RDS INFO ON
appears, and the station name is displayed.
1.Press the / button to
display and select an RDS category.
2. Use SEEK or SCAN to select an RDS station.
■Auto Select (A.SEL)
■Radio Data System (RDS)
■To find an RDS station from your selected program category
1Playing the AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the MODE button on the steering wheel.
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You can store six AM stations and twelve FM stations
into the preset button me mory. FM1 and FM2 let you
store six stations each.
Auto Select function scans and stores up to six AM
stations and twelve FM stat ions with a strong signal
into the preset button memory.
If you do not like the stati ons auto select has stored,
you can manually store your preferred frequencies.
1Radio Data System (RDS)
The display shows up to 31 ch aracters of text data.
Press and hold the TITLE button to see additional
characters. indicates that the text data continues.
The display goes back to the previous screen if you
press and hold the button again.
RDS Category

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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
See the Navigation System Manual for how to operate the Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®.
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle's audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
Button: Press to give a command or answer a call.
Button: Press to end a call, go back to the previous command, or cancel a
command.
■HFL Buttons
1 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com , or call
(888) 528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink .ca, or call (888)
528-7876.
Voice control tips
•Adjust or close the vents and all windows, as noise
coming from them may interfere with the
microphone.
•Press and release the button before giving a
command. Speak clearly and naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up vo ices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.
•A command that consists of several words can be
spoken together. For example, say “Call 123-456-
7890” at once.
•When HFL is in use, navigation voice commands
cannot be recognized.
•To change the volume level, use the audio system's
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
(HFL Talk) Button
Volume up
Microphone
(HFL Back) Button
Volume down

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 224
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 225Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 226
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 227
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 231Opening the Hood ........................... 232
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 233
Oil Check ......................................... 234
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 235
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 236
Engine Coolant ................................ 238
Transmission Fluid ............................ 240
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 242
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 243
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 244
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 252
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 255
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 256
Tire Labeling .................................... 256
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 258Wear Indicators................................ 260 Tire Service Life ................................ 260
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 261
Tire Rotation .................................... 262
Winter Tires ..................................... 263
12 Volt Battery .................................. 264
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 266
Climate Control System Maintenance ...... 267Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 268
Exterior Care.................................... 270

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 67
3-Mode Drive System ............................... 199
ECON Mode Indicator ............................... 76
NORMAL Mode Indicator .......................... 76
SPORT Mode Indicator .............................. 76
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 187
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 212
Accessories and Modifications ................ 222
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 130
Active Head Restraints ............................. 126
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 238
Engine Oil ............................................... 233
Washer ................................................... 243
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 233
Adjusting
Clock ........................................................ 98
Headlights .............................................. 244
Mirrors.................................................... 120
Seats....................................................... 122
Steering Wheel ....................................... 119
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System) ....................... 136
Changing the Mode................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 137 Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 267
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 136
Sensors .................................................... 138
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 136
Air Pressure ....................................... 255, 311
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 53
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 ........................................... 147
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 212
Indicator .................................................... 69
ASST Indicator ............................................. 82
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 144
Audio System ............................................ 140
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 146
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Error Messages ........................................ 155
General Information ................................ 157
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 153
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 148
Reactivating ............................................. 143 Recommended CDs ................................. 157
Recommended Drives .............................. 159
Security Code .......................................... 143
Theft Protection ...................................... 143
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 141
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 159
Authorized Manuals ................................ 319
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 104
Customize ................................................. 90
Auto Idle Stop Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 193
Manual Transmission ............................... 196
Auto Idle Stop Indicator ............................ 75
Automatic Lighting .................................. 113
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 184
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ............ 187, 188
Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 193
Creeping ................................................. 184
Fluid ........................................................ 240
Kickdown ................................................ 184
L Mode ................................................... 189
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 186
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 293
Shifting ................................................... 185
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 88
Average Fuel Economy Records ................ 88
Average Speed ........................................... 85

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Index
SPORT Mode............................................. 76
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 50, 69
System Message ....................................... 72
Transmission ............................................. 67
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF ..... 70, 206
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® )
System ............................................ 70, 205
Information .............................................. 309
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge .................... 81
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 117
Interior Lights ........................................... 127
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 120
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 278
Jump Starting ........................................... 291
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 99
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 101
Keys ............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention ................................. 101
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag.............................................. 99
Remote Transmitter ................................ 100
Types and Functions.................................. 99
Won’t Turn ............................................... 23 Kickdown
.................................................. 184
L
L Mode...................................................... 189
Language (HFL) ......................................... 161
Lights ................................................. 112, 244
Automatic ............................................... 113
Bulb Replacement .................................... 244
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 114
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 73
Interior .................................................... 127
Light Switches ......................................... 112
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................. 112
Load Limits ................................................ 177
Locking and Unlocking .............................. 99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 104
From Inside .............................................. 102
From Outside ........................................... 100
Keys .......................................................... 99
Using a Key ............................................. 101
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 101
Low Battery Charge (12 volt) ................... 297
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 296
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 310, 311
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 177
M
M (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode)
Indicator .................................................... 74
Maintenance ............................................. 223
Battery .................................................... 264
Brake Fluid .............................................. 242
Cleaning ................................................. 268
Climate Control....................................... 267
Clutch Fluid ............................................. 242
Coolant ................................................... 238
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Oil ........................................................... 233
Precautions ............................................. 224
Radiator .................................................. 239
Remote Transmitter ................................. 266
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 244
Safety...................................................... 225
Service Items ........................................... 229
Tires ........................................................ 255
Transmission Fluid ........................... 240, 241
Under the Hood ...................................... 231
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 298
Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 196
Checking the Clutch Fluid ....................... 242
Fluid (MTF) .............................................. 241
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 190
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 192
Shift UP/DOWN indicators ....................... 191
Shifting ................................................... 190