2016 HONDA CR-Z Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button (P277)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA® ) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA ® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control (P273)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press DECEL/SET once you
have achieved the desired speed above 25
mph or 40 km/h.
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P280)
● TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
U.S. models only
Refueling (P293)
Fuel recommendation: Unlea ded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
aPress and release the
center of the rear edge
of the fuel fill door.
You hear a click. The
door pops open slightly.
bTurn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
cPlace the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
dAfter refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
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Maintenance (P299)
Under the Hood (P307)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check transmission fluid (Continuously Variable
Transmission).
● 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 (P320)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P328)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P331)
● Inspect tires and wheels
regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected (P349)
Flat Tire (P351)
● 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
(P372)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with an optional compact spare tire
Engine Won't Start (P362)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P378)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P370)
● 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 (P383)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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What to Do If
The power mode does not
change from VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) to ACCESSORY.
Why?●The steering wheel may be locked.
●Move the steering wheel left and right
after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP
button.
The power mode does not
change from ACCESSORY
to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
Why?The shift lever should be moved to (P.
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
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Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?The beeper sounds when:
●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
●The exterior lights are left on.
●The Auto Idle Stop is in operation.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when:
●Driver and/or passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
Pressing the electric
parking brake switch does
not release the parking
brake. Why?Press the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal
depressed.
Depressing the accelerator
pedal does not release the
parking brake
automatically. Why?●Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
●Check if the transmission is in (P or (N. If so, select any other
position.
●Check if the transmission is in (N. If so, select any other
position.
●Depress the clutch pedal fully, and release the clutch pedal
after the accelerator peda l is gently depressed.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
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Safe Driving
You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
For Safe Driving
Important Safety Precautions ............. 32
Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 34
Seat Belts About Your Seat Belts ........................ 36
Fastening a Seat Belt .......................... 39
Seat Belt Inspection............................ 42
Airbags Airbag System Components ............... 43
Types of Airbags ................................ 46
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 46
Side Airbags....................................... 50 Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 53
Airbag System Indicators.................... 54
Airbag Care ....................................... 57
Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers ............... 58
Safety of Infants a nd Small Children .. 60
Safety of Larger Children ................... 64
Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas ....................... 66
Safety Labels Label Locations .................................. 67
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