2016 HONDA CR-Z towing

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
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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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .............................. 244
Maximum Load Limit............................ 247
Towing a TrailerTowing Your Vehicle ............................ 250When DrivingStarting the Engine .............................. 251
Precautions While Driving..................... 254
Continuously Variable Transmission
*.... 255
Shifting ................................................ 256
Shifting ................................................ 261Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Auto Idle Stop ..................................... 264
Auto Idle Stop ..................................... 267
3-Mode Drive System........................... 270
Plus Sport System ................................ 271
Cruise Control ..................................... 273
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ........... 276
LaneWatch
TM*...................................... 278
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........ 280
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ............. 282
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
BrakingBrake System ........................................ 284
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................ 288
Brake Assist System .............................. 289
Parking Your VehicleWhen Stopped ..................................... 290Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 291
Refueling
Fuel Information ................................... 293
How to Refuel ...................................... 294
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel Economy....................... 296Accessories and Modifications ........ 297
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 450 lbs (204 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Informatio n label attached to the driver's
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.1Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries, and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 388
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 388
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of av ailable cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 383
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Driving
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Instead of directly measuring the pressu re in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle
monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each
wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are
significantly under-inflated. This will caus e the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to
come on and a message to appear on the multi-information display.
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
• Rotate the tires.
• Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
• Set the cold tire pressu re in all four tires.
2Checking Tires P. 331
Make sure:
•The vehicle is at a complete stop.
• The shift lever is in
(N.
• The shift lever is in
(P.
• The power mode to ON.
■TPMS Calibration
U.S. models only
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The system does not monitor the tires when driving
at low speed.
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and
altitude change directly a ffect tire pressure and can
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on.
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:
•Warm weather can beco me under-inflated in
colder weather.
•Cold weather can become over-inflated in warmer
weather.
The low tire pressure indica tor will not come on as a
result of over inflation.
The TPMS may not function pr operly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 331
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
with a delay or may not come on at all when:
•You rapidly accelerate, decelerate, or turn the
steering wheel.
•You drive on snowy or slippery roads.•Snow chains are used.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
under the following conditions:
•A compact spare tire is used.•There is a heavier and une ven load on the tires,
such as when towing a trailer, than the condition at
calibration.
•Snow chains are used.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
All models
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