2014 HONDA CR-Z winter tires

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P223)
Under the Hood (P231)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer fluid.
Add when necessary.
● Check transmission fluid (CVT).
● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.
● Check the 12 volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P244)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P252)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P255)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.

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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

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful wh en operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the
law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clea rance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:

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*1:On 205/45R17 tires, you cannot install any type of tire chains. If you have to use tire chains, replace the original tires with the 195/55R16 tires.
• Follow the chain manufactur er's instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touc h the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Ra dial Chain SC1030
Not recommended to use any type of chains
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer's instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipp ed with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
Models with P195/55 R16 tires
Models with 205/45 R17 tires

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Index
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat................................ 58
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 68
Seat Heaters ............................................. 135
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 75
SEL/RESET Button ....................................... 90
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 57
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 145
Setting the Clock ........................................ 98
Shift Lever .................................................. 19
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 185
Operation ................................................. 19
Operation (Automatic Transmission)........ 186
Operation (Manual Transmission) ............ 190
Releasing ................................................ 293
Won’t Move ........................................... 293
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................. 186
Shifting Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 185
Manual Transmission .............................. 190
Side Airbags ............................................... 46
Cutoff System ........................................... 48
Off Indicator ............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
Snow Tires ................................................ 263
Spare Tire ......................................... 275, 311 Spark Plugs
................................................ 310
Specifications ............................................ 310
Specified Fuel .................................... 218, 310
Speedometer .............................................. 81
SPORT Mode ....................................... 76, 199
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 39
Starting the Engine .................................. 180
Does Not Start ......................................... 290
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 111
Jump Starting .......................................... 291
Steering Wheel ......................................... 119
Adjusting ................................................. 119
Stopping .................................................... 214
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 2, 3, 111
System Message Indicator .......................... 72
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Tachometer................................................. 81
Tailgate Release Button ........................................ 106
Tailgate Release Button ........................... 106
Temperature High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 73
Temperature Sensor ................................. 138
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire ............ 281
Time (Setting) ............................................. 98 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 207
Indicator............................................ 71, 300
Tires ........................................................... 255
Air Pressure ..................................... 256, 311
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 255
Compact Spare Tire ......................... 275, 311
Inspection ............................................... 255
Labeling .................................................. 256
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 275
Regulations ............................................. 258
Rotation .................................................. 262
Tire Chains .............................................. 263
Wear Indicators ....................................... 260
Winter..................................................... 263
Tools .......................................................... 274
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 179
Towing Hook ............................................ 306
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 179
Emergency .............................................. 305
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 207
Indicator............................................ 71, 300
Transmission Automatic (CVT)...................................... 185
Fluid ................................................ 240, 241
Manual ................................................... 190
Number................................................... 312
Shift Lever Position Indicator.................... 186
Trip Meter ................................................... 84

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Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 273
Blown Fuse ...................................... 301, 302
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 305
Engine Does Not Start.............................. 290
Noise When Braking .................................. 24
Overheating............................................. 294
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 275
Regular Gasoline.............................. 218, 310
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 293
Unable to Open the Hatch ....................... 307
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Turn Signals ............................................... 112
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 74
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Unlocking the Doors ................................. 100
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 141
USB Flash Drive ......................................... 159
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 312
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 205
Off Button ............................................... 206
Off Indicator ...................................... 70, 206
System Indicator ................................ 70, 205
Ventilation ................................................ 136 Viscosity (Oil)
.................................... 233, 311
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Warning and Information Messages ......... 78
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 296
Warning Labels ........................................... 63
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 317
Watts ......................................................... 310
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 260
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 278
Window Washers ..................................... 115
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 243
Switch ..................................................... 115
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 109
Windshield ................................................ 115
Cleaning ................................................. 271
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 137
Washer Fluid ........................................... 243
Wiper Blades ................................... 252, 254
Wipers and Washers................................ 115
Winter Tires .............................................. 263
Snow Tires .............................................. 263
Tire Chains .............................................. 263
Wipers and Washers ................................. 115
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades ........................................... 252, 254
WMA ................................................. 149, 153