2016 HONDA CR-Z climate control

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner's manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 43
2Instrument Panel P. 69
Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 89
2Controls P. 107
Clock P. 108 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 109
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 126
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 146
2 Features P. 159
Audio System P. 160 Audio System Basic Operation P. 166
Customized Features P. 202 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 213
2 Driving P. 243
Before Driving P. 244 Towing a Trailer P. 250
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 291
2Maintenance P. 299
Before Performing Maintenance P. 300 Maintenance MinderTM P. 303
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 328
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 343
2Handling the Unexpected P. 349
Tools P. 350 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 351
Overheating P. 370 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 372
2Information P. 387
Specifications P. 388 Identification Numbers P. 390
Emissions Testing P. 393 Warranty Coverages P. 395
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Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66Safety Labels P. 67
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 119 Security System P. 122 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 124
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 139 Adjusting the Seats P. 141
Climate Control System P. 155
Audio Error Messages P. 195 General Information on the Audio System P. 199
When Driving P. 251 Braking P. 284Parking Your Vehicle P. 290
Refueling P. 293 Fuel Economy P. 296Accessories and Modifications P. 297
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 307 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 320
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 331 12-Volt Battery P. 340 Remote Transmitter Care P. 342
Cleaning P. 344
Engine Does Not Start P. 362 Jump Starting P. 366 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 369
Fuses P. 378 Emergency Towing P. 383When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 385
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 391 Reporting Safety Defects P. 392
Authorized Manuals P. 397 Customer Service Information P. 398
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 69
ControlsP. 107
FeaturesP. 159
DrivingP. 243
MaintenanceP. 299
Handling the UnexpectedP. 349
InformationP. 387
IndexP. 399
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 138)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P 277)
❙km/h/mph Change Button (P89)
❙Climate Control System (P155 )
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button (P126)
❙Clock (P108)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙Audio System (P160)
❙Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙System Indicators (P 70)
❙Gauges (P 89)
❙Multi-Information Display (P 91)
❙Seat Heater Switches* (P154)
❙SPORT Mode Button (P 270)
❙NORMAL Mode Button (P 270)
❙ECON Mode Button (P 270)
❙Rear Window Defogger (P 137)
❙Heated Mirror Button* (P 137)
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Quick Reference Guide
3-Mode Drive System
There are three driving modes for your vehicle: SPORT, NORMAL and ECON. Each mode offers a different level of driving performance.
The mode buttons are located on the control panel. NORMAL mode, wh ich is most suitable for all-purpose driving, is the default setting for
your vehicle.
The indicator of the
selected mode comes on.
SPORT Mode
Increases engine performance and
handling. Best suited for driving in hilly
regions and on open, curvy roads.
NORMAL Mode
Balances driving performance and fuel
economy. Best fo
r most driving
situations. ECON Mode
Maximizes fuel economy. Provides
longer Auto Idle Stop operating time
when the climate control system is in
use.
The indicator blinks when the Plus Sport
System stands by to be activated, and
when the system is in operation.
Press the button, then depress the
accelerator pedal to activate the Plus
Sport System in any driving mode (SPORT,
NORMAL, or ECON).
This helps you to momentarily accelerate
with more power when you depress the
accelerator pedal.
Plus Sport System (P271)
Plus Sport Button
Plus Sport System
Helps the vehicle to momentarily accelerate with more engine and
electric motor assist power when you depress the accelerator pedal.
*
Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Climate Control System (P155)
● Press the button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to de frost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. See the Navigation System Manual for complete details.
Models with navigation system
Button
Temperature Control Dial (ON/OFF) Button
(Recirculation) Button
(Fan Control) Button

(Windshield Defroster) Button
(Air Conditioning) Button
( MODE Control) Button
Air flows from
floor and
windshield
defroster vents. Air flows from
floor vents.
Air flows from
floor and
dashboard
vents. Air flows from
dashboard
vents.
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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the hatc h open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open,
open both windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately afte r starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you set the
power mode to ON, and goes off
either when the engine starts or
after several seconds if the engine
did not start. If “readiness codes”
have not been set, it blinks five
times before it goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.
●Blinks when a misfire in the
engine's cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2Testing of Readiness Codes P. 393●Comes on while driving - Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 374
12-volt Battery
Charging
System
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the
power mode to ON, and goes off
when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the 12-volt
battery is not charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger
in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the 12V Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On P. 373
Transmission
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
●Blinks if the transmission system
has a problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden
starts and acceleration and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 108
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 112
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 116
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 118
Opening and Closing the Hatch....... 119
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 122
Security System Alarm ...................... 122
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 124
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 126
Turn Signals ..................................... 129
Light Switches.................................. 129
Fog Lights
*...................................... 133
Daytime Running Lights ................... 133
Wipers and Washers ........................ 134
Brightness Control ........................... 136
Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 137
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 138 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 139
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 140
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 141
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 146
Interior Convenience Items .............. 147
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 155
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 157
* Not available on all models
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