2016 HONDA HR-V ECU

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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. You can
manually apply and release, or automatically release it.
■Manual operations
Use the electric parking brake switch to apply or release the brake. Manually
releasing the parking brake using the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.
■To apply manually
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely. u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on.
■To release manually
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Parking Brake1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
operating from the rear wh eel area when you apply
or release the parking brak e, or turn the ignition
switch to LOCK
( 0*1. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead. 2 Jump Starting P. 446
If you pull up the electric parking brake switch while
driving, the parkin g brake is applied.
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.
•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever in the center of
the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil
may damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
Engine Oil Fill Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the blade should fit in the
indent of the top of the wiper holder.
5. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
securely.
6. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Tab Blade
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uuCleaning uInterior Care
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Maintenance
The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor
anchors, which keep the mat from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.
Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather freq uently. Pay close attention to the pleats
and seams. Clean the leather with a so ft cloth dampened with a 90% water and
10% neutral soap solution. Then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or
dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
■Floor Mats1 Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock
Unlock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather*
* Not available on all models
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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 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 store the wheel nut wrench, jack
handle bar and jack back in the tool case.
Store the case in the cargo area under the
cargo floor lid.
■Storing the Flat Tire
2WD models
1Storing 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.For full-size
tire
For compact
spare tire
Wing BoltSpacer
Cone
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Put the flat tire in the storage bag provided
with your vehicle.
u The storage bag is in the tool case.
2. Knot the top of the storage bag.
3. Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s
end bracket to lock it in place.
4. Securely put the wheel nut wrench and jack
handle bar back in the tool case.
5. Bore through the bag, and pass the holding
belt through the hole of the bag and the
wheel of the flat tire as shown.
6. Place the flat tire in the cargo area, and
thread the belt through the rear anchor as
shown.
7. Pass the belt through the ring, and tighten
the belt to secure the flat tire in place.
■Storing the Flat Tire
AWD models
1Storing 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.
Belt
Rear Anchor
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