2017 HONDA HR-V hood open

Contents
Child Safety P. 57Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 69Safety Labels P. 70
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 113 Security System P. 116
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 121
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 138 Adjusting the Seats P. 140
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 161 Climate Control System* P. 165
Audio Error Messages P. 231General Information on the Audio System P. 235
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 323 When Driving P. 325 Braking P. 363
Refueling P. 374 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 376
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 385 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 397
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 409 Battery P. 419 Remote Transmitter Care P. 421
Cleaning P. 424 Accessories and Modifications P. 429
Engine Does Not Start P. 443Jump Starting P. 446 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 448
Emergency Towing P. 461 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 462
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 469 Reporting Safety Defects P. 470
Authorized Manuals P. 475 Customer Service Information P. 476
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 71
ControlsP. 93
FeaturesP. 175
DrivingP. 313
MaintenanceP. 377
Handling the UnexpectedP. 431
InformationP. 465
IndexP. 478
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Power Door Mirrors (P139)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P385)
❙Windshield Wipers (P132, 405)
❙Headlights (P127, 397)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P127, 398)
❙Front Side Marker Lights (P127, 399)
❙Tires (P409, 434)
❙Fog Lights* (P130, 399)
❙Rear Wiper (P133, 407)
❙How to Refuel (P375)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P372)
❙Back-Up Lights (P402)
❙Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P403)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P401)
❙Rear License Plate Lights (P404)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P403)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights* (P127, 400)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P99)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P113)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P114)
❙Lock Button (P99)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P431)
Flat Tire (P434)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P451)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P443)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P456)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P449)
● 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 (P461)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
If the remote battery or the vehicle battery is
dead, use the key instead of the remote.
Fully insert the key and turn it.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
If you unlock the doors with the key, the alarm goes
off when you open the hood or move the shift lever
out of
(P (continuously variable transmission
models).
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the
other doors and tail gate lock at the same time. When
unlocking, the driver’s door unlocks first. Turn the
key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the
remaining doors a nd the tailgate.
LockUnlock
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains el ectronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserti ng the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from anot her vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition
switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off if a door is opened with the key and then the shift lever
is moved out of
(P (continuously variable transmission models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmi tter or smart entry remote, or turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w*1. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is
deactivated.
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or smart entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 se conds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system, or th e ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1. The
security system alarm indicato r goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release handle.
•Moving the shift lever out of ( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter,
or smart entry system.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
Continuously variable transmission models
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 409
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 378
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 379Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 380
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 381
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 385Opening the Hood ........................... 386
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 387
Oil Check ......................................... 388
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 389
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 390
Engine Coolant ................................ 392
Transmission Fluid ............................ 394
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 395
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 396
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 397
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 405
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 409
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 411
Tire Labeling .................................... 411
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 413Wear Indicators................................ 415 Tire Service Life ................................ 415
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 416
Tire Rotation .................................... 417
Winter Tires ..................................... 418
Battery ............................................... 419
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 421
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 423
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 424
Exterior Care.................................... 426
Accessories and Modifications ........ 429
* Not available on all models
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