2015 HONDA CR-Z Owners Manual

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire*
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the compact
spare tire well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case in the cargo area.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. CHECK TPMS
SYSTEM appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
multi-information display and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after
a few miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1 Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Spacer
Cone
Wing
Bolt
For compact spare tire
For normal tire
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire1TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor the pressure of the
compact spare tire. Manually check the compact
spare tire pressure to be sure that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific whee ls. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mount ed inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
U.S. models only
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Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
This vehicle is not equipped wi th a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise
severely damaged, you will need to have th e vehicle towed. If the tire only has a
small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary tire repair kit so
that you can drive to the nearest servic e station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non- slippery surface, and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0.
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.
•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
Contact
Area
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm) No
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
Pressure Gauge
Sealant/Air
Hose (Clear)
Pressure Relief Button
Air Only
Hose (Black)
Inflator Switch
Side Cover
Repair
Notification Label
Power Plug
Speed Restriction Label
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Pull the strap and take the kit out of the
case.
2. Place the kit upright, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.1 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
Tire Repair Kit
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2. Remove the sealant/air hose (clear) from
the packaging.
3. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Injecting Sealant and Air1Injecting Sealant and Air
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.
The sealant can permanentl y stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful duri ng handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
3WARNING
Tire sealant contains substances that are
harmful and can be fatal if swallowed.
If accidentally swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Drink plenty of water and get
medical attention immediately.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water and get medical attention if
necessary.
Valve Cap
Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)
Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose
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4. Remove the side cove r, then pull out the
power plug.
5. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
6. Start the engine.
u Keep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 62
7.Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8. Continue to add air after the sealant
injection is complete.
9. After the air pressure reaches the required
pressure, turn off the inflator switch.
u To check the pressure , occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
1 Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The accessory
power socket and compre ssor can overheat and
become permanently damaged.
There is an accessory power socket in the front
console panel. 2 Accessory Power Socket P. 130
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usi ng the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
See the driver’s doorjamb or the specifications in this
manual for the requi red air pressure.
2 Specifications P. 310
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Inflator Switch
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Handling the Unexpected
10. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
u Handle the compressor and the power
plug carefully. They may be hot in
operation.
11. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
12. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
13. Apply the repair notification label to the
flat surface of the wheel.
u The wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See a Honda dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.Sealant/Air Hose
Valve
Stem
Repair
Notification
Label
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1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Unscrew the air only hose (black) to remove
it from the sealant bottle.
■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Stop and recheck the air pressure after every 10
minutes of driving as nece ssary until you reach the
nearest service stat ion where you shoul d have the tire
permanently repaired or replaced.
Speed Restriction
Label
Air Only Hose
Sealant
Bottle
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Handling the Unexpected
5. Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose (black) on the compressor.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
P. 288
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. Th e leak is too severe. Call for help and
have your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 305
•The required air pressure or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u If the air pressure does not go down after the 10 minutes driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
• Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less than the required air pressure:
Use the air compressor to inflate the tire to the required air pressure.
2Inflating An Under-inflated Tire P. 288
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u You should repeat this procedures as long as the air pressure is within this
range.
7. Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
8. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
See the driver’s doorjamb or the specifications in this
manual for the requi red air pressure.
2 Specifications P. 310
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Air Only Hose (Black)
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