2014 HONDA CR-Z jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 54Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 105 Security System P. 107 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 109
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 120 Adjusting the Seats P. 122
Climate Control System P. 136
General Information on the Audio System P. 157 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 160
When Driving P. 180 Braking P. 210Parking Your Vehicle P. 214
Rearview Camera P. 216
Accessories and Modifications P. 222
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 231 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 244
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 255 12 Volt Battery P. 264 Remote Transmitter Care P. 266
Cleaning P. 268
Engine Does Not Start P. 290 Jump Starting P. 291 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 293
Fuses P. 301 Emergency Towing P. 305When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 307
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 313 Reporting Safety Defects P. 314
Authorized Manuals P. 319 Customer Service Information P. 320
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 65
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 139
DrivingP. 173
MaintenanceP. 223
Handling the UnexpectedP. 273
InformationP. 309
IndexP. 321

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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P273)
Flat Tire (P275)
● Park in a safe place and repair the flat tire
using the temporary tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe place and replace the flat
tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P296)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with an optional compact spare tire
Engine Won't Start (P290)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P301)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P294)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P305)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 274
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 275
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 281
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 290
Jump Starting .................................... 291
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 293
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 294 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 296
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 297
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 298
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 299
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 299
If the IMA Indicator Comes On......... 300 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 300
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 301
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 304
Emergency Towing ........................... 305
When You Cannot Open the Hatch ..... 307
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The 12 volt battery may be dead.
Check each of the items on the
right and respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on the interior light s and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the 12 Volt Battery P. 264●If the interior lights come on normally

2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 304
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.

2Starting the Engine P. 180
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 107
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.

2Fuel Gauge P. 81
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 304
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 305
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 291

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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12 volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the grounding strap as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster
Battery

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Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts

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Index
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 249
Battery ....................................................... 264
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 297
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt Battery) ............... 264
Maintenance
(Replacing the Button Battery)................ 266
Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG) ............ 82
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 129
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............... 88, 160
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 210
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 212
Brake Assist System ................................. 213
Brake System Indicator............................. 299
Fluid ........................................................ 242
Foot Brake ............................................... 211
Indicator .................................................. 299
Parking Brake .......................................... 210
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 244
Back-Up Lights......................................... 249
Brake/Taillight .......................................... 250
Bulb Specifications ................................... 310
Fog Lights ................................................ 246
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 248
Headlights ............................................... 244 High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 251
Parking/Daytime Running Light................ 248
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 251
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Light...................................................... 248
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 62
Cargo Cover .............................................. 133
Carrying Cargo ................................. 175, 177
CD Player ................................................... 149
Certification Label .................................... 312
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 244
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 297
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 ............................... 270
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 268
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
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 275, 311
Controls ...................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 238
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 239
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 238
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Overheating ............................................ 294
Creep Aid System ..................................... 182
Creeping ................................................... 184
Cruise Control .......................................... 202
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 129
Customer Service Information ................ 320
Customized Features ................................. 90
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 291
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 137
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 313
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 112
Rearview Mirror .............................. 120, 121
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 234

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Index
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 112
Door Mirrors ............................................. 121
Doors .......................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking.................................. 104
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 104
Door Open Indicator ................................. 69
Door/Hatch Open Indicator ................. 31, 69
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 ........................ 258
Driving ...................................................... 173
3-Mode Drive System .............................. 199
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 184
Braking ................................................... 210
Cruise Control ........................................ 202
Manual Transmission .............................. 190
Plus Sport System.................................... 200
Shifting Gear
(Automatic Transmission) ...................... 185
Shifting Gear (Manual Transmission) ....... 190
Starting the Engine ................................. 180
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 267
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 8
Eco Score ................................................ 9, 86 Ecological Drive Display
............................. 86
ECON Mode ........................................ 76, 199
Elapsed Time ............................................... 85
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST) ....... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 71, 299
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 205
Emergency ................................................ 305
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 315
Engine ....................................................... 312
Coolant ................................................... 238
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Oil ........................................................... 233
Starting ................................................... 180
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 111
Engine Coolant ......................................... 238
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 239
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 238
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 73
Overheating ............................................ 294
Engine Oil ................................................. 233
Adding .................................................... 235
Checking ................................................. 234
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 227
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 66, 296
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 233
Engine Oil Life ............................................ 88
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 71, 299 Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 270
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 121
F
Features.................................................... 139
Filters ......................................................... 267
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 267
Oil ........................................................... 236
Flat Tire ..................................................... 275
Floor Mats ................................................. 269
Fluids Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 240
Brake ...................................................... 242
Clutch ..................................................... 242
Engine Coolant ....................................... 238
Manual Transmission ............................... 241
Windshield Washer ................................. 243
Foot Brake ................................................ 211
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Wiper/Washer ................................. 115
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 218
Economy ................................................. 221
Gauge ....................................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 218
Refueling................................................. 218