2016 HONDA CR-Z maintenance

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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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 307)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 134, 328)
❙Door Lock/Unlock
Control
(P 112)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights
(P 129, 324)
❙Tires (P 331, 351)
❙Fog Lights* (P 133)
❙Brake/Taillights (P 326)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 325)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 325)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 325)
❙High-Mount Brake
Light
(P 327)
❙How to Refuel (P 294)
❙Rear Wiper (P135,330)
❙Opening/Closing
the Hatch
(P 119)
❙Side Turn Signal
Lights
(P 129, 324)
❙Door Mirrors (P 140)
❙Rear License Plate
Lights
(P 327)
❙Multi-View Rear
Camera
(P291)❙Headlights (P 129, 320)
❙Hatch Release (P120)
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Quick Reference Guide
To Keep the IMA Battery in Good Condition
Drive your vehicle at least once a month, a nd drive for more than 30 minutes at a time. Parking your vehicle for an extended period can
cause the IMA battery to weaken or decrease the IMA battery life.
Safety Precautions
Do not cover the air intake.
Air Intake
Do not touch the Honda IMA SystemA high voltage current runs through the Honda IMA System. Consult your authorized dealer
when maintenance or repair is needed.
Do not spill any liquids on or around the IMA
battery, as they can damage the IMA battery. If
you accidentally spill liquids on or around the
battery, ensure that the spill is completely
wiped up as soon as possible.
The IMA system indicator may come on.
IMA Battery
IMA Power Cable
If a crash occurs● Be careful of electric shock hazard.
u If a crash severely damaged your vehicle, there is a possibility of electrical shock. Do not
touch the IMA system componen ts or its wiring (orange).
● Avoid contact with IMA battery fluid.
u The battery fluid may leak as a result of a severe crash. Avoid any skin or eye contact with
the fluid. The battery fluid is corrosive. If you accidentally touch it, flush the affected
area(s) with a large quantity of water for at least five minutes, and seek medical attention
immediately.
● Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.
u Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with a small quantity of water can be
dangerous.
When the vehicle is disposed● The IMA battery is a Lithium-ion battery. Honda collects and recycles used IMA batteries –
consult your dealer for proper battery disposal in the event your vehicle is not repairable.
If the air intake is obstructed during
vehicle operation, the IMA battery can
become too hot. To protect the battery,
the system may start limiting IMA
battery output power and cause the
IMA system and 12-volt battery
charging system indicators to come on.
IMA System Indicator
(P94)
12-volt Battery Charging System
Indicator (P72)
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Quick Reference Guide
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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uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions
Safe Driving
■Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles , and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.
■Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.
■Keep your vehicle in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all re gularly scheduled maintenance.
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uuAirbags uAirbag Care
Safe Driving
Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer in the following situations:
■When the airbags have deployed
If an airbag has inflated, th e control unit and other related parts must be replaced.
Similarly, once an automatic seat belt te nsioner has been activated, it must be
replaced.
■When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision
Even if the airbags did not infl ate, have your dealer inspect the following: the driver’s
seat position sensor, weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, seat belt tensioners,
and each seat belt that was worn during the crash.
■Do not remove or modify a se at without consulting a dealer
This would likely disable the driver's seat po sition sensor or the weight sensors in the
passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to re move or modify a seat to accommodate a
person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer, or for U.S. vehicles, American
Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800-999-1009 and for Canadian vehicles,
Honda Canada Customer Relations at 888-9-HONDA-9.
1 Airbag Care
We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag
system components, including the airbag, tensioners,
sensors, and control unit.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on th e multi-information display. Press the (i nformation) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 374
●Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 133
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 319
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 303
Canadian models
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