88 || 89 DRIVING DRIVING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND
INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CUSTOMER
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE
UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
HONDALINK®
NAVIGATION
*if equipped
Changing the Power Mode*
Use the ENGINE START/STOP button to cycle through power modes or start the
engine.
Accessory or On mode: Press ENGINE START/STOP
once without pressing the brake pedal for Accessory
mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the engine: Press and hold the brake pedal
(and the clutch for manual transmission), then press
ENGINE START/STOP. Keep your foot fi rmly on the
brake pedal when starting the engine.
Turning the vehicle off: Shift to Park (P) (or apply the parking brake for manual
transmission), then press ENGINE START/STOP.
If you press the button and the shift lever is not in Park (P), the vehicle goes into
Accessory mode.
*if equipped
Shifting
Change the shift position based on your driving needs.
Continuously Variable Transmission ( CVT)*
Park (P): Used for parking or starting/stopping
the engine. Press the brake pedal, then press the
release button to shift.
Reverse (R): Used for reversing.
Neutral (N): Used for idling.
Drive (D): Used for normal driving.
Drive (S): Used for better acceleration, increased
engine braking, driving in hilly terrain, or when using
paddle shifters*.
Low (L)*: Used for stronger engine braking when driving in hilly terrain.
When you change the shift lever from D to R and vice versa, come to a
complete stop and keep the brake pedal pressed. Operating the shift lever
before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the
transmission.
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. You could
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Release button
Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or start the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON when you release the key.
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press
the brake pedal. Keep your foot fi rmly on the brake
pedal when starting the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the shift lever is in Neutral (N). Press
the brake pedal with your right foot, and press the
clutch pedal all the way down with your left foot.
Keep your foot fi rmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.Brake pedal
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
Brake pedal Clutch pedal
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND
INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CUSTOMER
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE
UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
HONDALINK®
NAVIGATION
Vehicle
Engine and Fuel
Tires
Light Bulbs
Fluids*1: 2WD
*2: AWD
ModelHR-V
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating 4,001 lbs (1,815 kg)*14,166 lbs (1,890 kg)*2Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)2,127 lbs (965 kg)*12,178 lbs (988 kg)*2Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)1,873 lbs (850 kg)*11,988 lbs (902 kg)*2Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 14.3 - 16.0 oz (405 - 455 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL8
Engine Specifications
Fuel
Displacement109.8 cu-in (1,800 cm3)
Spark PlugsNGK DILZKR7B11GS
DENSODXU22HCR-D11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 liters)
RegularSize215/55R17 94VPressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm2])Front32 (220 [2.2])Rear30 (210 [2.1])
Compact
SpareSize T135/90D16 102M
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7 1/2JCompact Spare16 x 4T
Headlights (High/Low Beam)60/55W (HB2)
Fog Lights*35W (H8)Side Marker Lights5W
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Brake/Tail/Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Side Turn Signal Lights*LED
Rear License Plate Lights 5W
Interior LightsVanity Mirror Light*1.8WMap Lights8WCeiling Light8WCargo Area Light5W
Brake Fluid
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
*
*1: 2WD
*2: AWD
Manual Transmission Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change3.7 US qt (3.5 L)*14.2 US qt (4.0 L)*2
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 L)
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
*1: Continuously variable transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
Change
including
filter3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.39 US gal (5.25 L)*1(change including the remaining
0.13 US gal (0.5 L) in the reserve tank)
1.38 US gal (5.24 L)*2
(change including the remaining
0.13 US gal (0.5 L) in the reserve tank)
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L)
Rear Differential Fluid*SpecifiedHonda Dual Pump Fluid II
Capacity Change 1.318 US qt (1.247 ℓ)
SPECIFICATIONS
Learn about information specifi c to you as a Honda customer and how to get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/ Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that you may
have about the vehicle.
Q: How do I set the vehicle clock?
A: For vehicles without navigation, see page 47. For vehicles with navigation, the
time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q: Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?*
A: The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q: What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A: When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’s exterior lights will automatically turn
on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q: Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though
the keyless access remote is within range?*
A: If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to confi rm the
door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confi rm the door is unlocked. If you are
wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q: After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is asking for
a code. Where do I nd this?
A: In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. Turn on the vehicle and the
audio system, and press and hold the power button until the system reactivates.
Q: Why can’t I operate Pandora
® through the audio system?
A: Audio may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter.
Some phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
Q: Is my phone compatible with Bluetooth features?
A: Visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility for Bluetooth
® Audio, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, and SMS text
messaging.
Q: Every time I press the Talk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn
these off?*
A: From the Home screen, select Settings. Select the Voice Recog tab, then select
Voice Prompt. Select Off.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
*if equipped *if equipped