2017 HONDA HR-V clutch

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Load limits example
Example 1
Max load 850 lbs
(385 kg ) Passenger weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg )Cargo weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example 2
Max load 850 lbs
(385 kg ) Passenger weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg )Cargo weight

100 lbs
(45 kg)
The headlight aim on your vehicle was set by the factory, and does not need to be
adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the
aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualified technician.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties. Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and ca\
use a
crash in which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this guide.
WARNING
Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or star\
t 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 firmly 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 firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
Brake pedal
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t 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, a\
nd rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
If you regularly encounter very cold weather, an engine block heater will improve
engine starting. See your dealer for details.
*if equipped
Brake pedal
Clutch pedal
Towing Behind a Motorhome
Models with continuously variable transmission
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehi\
cle
needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
Models with manual transmission
Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome. Perform the following proce\
dure
before towing your vehicle:
1.

Shift to Neutral.
2.


Release the parking brake.
3.


T
urn the ignition switch (or power mode) to ACCESSORY. Make sure the
steering wheel does not lock.
4.

T
urn off all electrical devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets. This
can prevent the battery from running down.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
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 firmly 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 ve\
hicle goes into
Accessory mode (automatic transmission models).
*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 co\
mplete
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
Paddle Shifters* Use the paddle shifters to change gears from 1st through 7th without rem\
oving
your hands from the steering wheel.
*if equipped
When the shift lever is in D: The vehicle goes into manual shift mode temporarily,
and the gear number appears. When you start traveling at a constant spee\
d,
manual shift mode automatically switches off, and the gear number goes o\
ff.
When the shift lever is in S: The vehicle goes into manual shift mode, and the
M indicator and gear number come on. When the vehicle comes to a stop, i\
t
automatically shifts down into 1st gear. You can pull away only in 1st gear. If the
vehicle speed increases and the engine speed approaches the tachometer’\
s red
zone, the transmission automatically shifts up.
To cancel manual shift mode, move the shift lever from S to D. The M indi\
cator and
gear number go off.
M indicator/gear
position indicator
Shift up Normal acceleration1 to 215 mph (24 km/h)
2 to 32 5 mph (40 km/h)
3 to 440 mph (64 km/h)
4 to 54 7 mph (76 km/h)
5 to 652 mph (84 km/h)
6 to 75 7 mph (92 km/h)
Recommended shift points
(-) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift down
to a lower gear. (+) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift up to
a higher gear.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Manual Transmission*
Fully press the clutch pedal to operate the shift lever and change gears\
.
Do not shift to Reverse (R) before the vehicle comes to a complete sto\
p. This can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachomete\
r’s red
zone. This can severely damage your engine.
NOTICE
Shift up Normal acceleratio n1st to 2n d16 mph (25 km/h)
2nd to 3rd 26 mph (42 km/h)
3rd to 4th35 mph (56 km/h)
4th to 5th 41 mph (66 km/h)
5th to 6th43 mph (69 km/h)
Recommended shift points
*if equipped
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your
vehicle from moving.
Brake pedal
Brake pedal
CVT
Manual transmission
Electric Parking Brake
Keep your vehicle from moving while parked using a simple switch.
To apply: Pull up the switch. The PARK indicator
appears in the instrument panel.
To release: Press the brake pedal and make sure
your seat belt is fastened. Press the switch down
to release.
You can also lightly press the accelerator
pedal (and release the clutch pedal for manual
transmission) if your seat belt is fastened, the
vehicle is on, and the shift lever is in Drive (D)
or Reverse (R) (or a gear is engaged for manual
transmission).
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and\
size.
NOTICE
Brake Assist System During hard or emergency braking, the system increases braking force. The brake
pedal may move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to hol\
d the brake
pedal firmly down.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) During hard or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to
prevent wheel lockup and help you maintain steering control. The brake p\
edal may
pulsate slightly during ABS operation; this is normal. Do not pump the b\
rake pedal,
and continue to hold it firmly down.
Pull up to apply.
Push down to release.

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
DRIVING
Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performan\
ce and
safety of your vehicle.
Fuel Information
Use of unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher is recommended.
•

Honda recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
•


Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
•


Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
•


Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT
. Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength*
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, follow the below\
steps to start
the engine.
1.

T
ouch the back of the remote transmitter to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator is
flashing.
2.

With the brake pedal pressed (and the clutch
pedal for manual transmission), press the ENGINE
ST

ART/STOP button within 10 seconds.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
*if equipped
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to mainta\
in good
performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the
use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel addit\
ives
such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
NOTICE
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
•

Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away
.
•

Handle fuel only outdoors.
•


Wipe up spills immediately
.
WARNING
How to Refuel1.
The fuel fill door is located at the left rear of the
vehicle. Park next to the service pump that is
most accessible.
2.


T
urn off the engine.
3.

Pull the fuel fill door release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard. The fuel fill
door opens.
4.


T
urn the fuel fill cap slowly to open. Place the fuel
fill cap in the holder.
5.

Insert the filler nozzle fully
. When the tank is full,
the fuel nozzle clicks off automatically.
6.

Replace the fuel fill cap. T
ighten it until you hear
at least one click. Close the fuel fill door.
Pull
Holder Cap
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Par\
k (P).
1.

Set the parking brake.
2.


Remove the key from the ignition, or remove the
built-in key from the remote transmitter

.
3.

W
rap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-tip
screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
4.

Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5.


While pushing the key down, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into Neutral
(N). The lock is now released. Have the shift lever
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Slot
Release button Shift lock
release slot
Cover

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously i\
njure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
AWD models
1.

Remove the storage bag from the tool case.
2.


Put the flat tire in the storage bag and knot the
top of the bag tightly

.
3.

Poke a hole through the bag and pass the holding
belt through the hole of the bag and the wheel of
the flat tire, as shown.
4.


Place the flat tire in the cargo area, and thread
the belt through the rear anchor

, as shown.
5.

Pass the belt through the ring and tighten the belt
to secure the flat tire in place.
Belt
Rear anchor
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off and chec\
k to see if any
applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover\
. Locate the
fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
Engine Compartment Fuse BoxesFuse box A
Located under the hood near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the
box.
Circuit ProtectedAmps1Headlight Low Beam Main20 A2CDC*(30A )3Hazard10A4DBW15 A5Wiper*(30A )6Stop10A7IGP15 A8IG Coi l15A9EOP*(10A )10INJ*(20A )11VST2*(30A )12Main Fa n30A13Starter SW*(30A )14MG Clutc h7.5A15Battery Sensor(7.5 A)16Small Light10 A17AFP Main*(10A )18Horn10A19Fog Ligh t*(10A )20SBW*(10A )
Circuit Protecte dAmps
21 Back Up Main 10A
22 Audio (10 A)
23 Sub Fan (30 A)
24 VST1
*(30 A)
25 STRLD*(7.5 A)
26 IGP CAM*(7.5A)
27 – –
28 – –
29 Back Up
*(30 A)
30 IGP LAF (7.5A)
31 IGPS (7.5 A)
32 Right Headlight Low Beam 10A
33 Left Headlight Low Beam 10A
*if equipped
Ta b
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Headlight Low Beam Main 20 A
2 CDC
*(30A )
3 Hazard 10A
4 DBW 15 A
5 Wiper
*(30A )
6 Stop 10A
7 IGP 15 A
8 IG Coil 15A
9 EOP
*(10A )
10 INJ*(20A )
11 VST2*(30A )
12 Main Fan 30A
13 Starter SW
*(30A )
14 MG Clutch 7.5A
15 Battery Sensor (7.5 A)
16 Small Light 10A
17 AFP Main
*(10A )
18 Horn 10A
19 Fog Light
*(10A )
20 SBW*(10A )
Circuit Protecte dAmps21Back Up Main10A22Audio(10 A)23Sub Fan(30 A)24VST1*(30 A)25STRLD*(7.5 A)26IGP CAM*(7.5A )27––28––29Back Up*(30 A)30IGP LAF(7.5A)31IGPS(7.5 A)32Right Headlight Low Beam10A33Left Headlight Low Beam10A

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
AReplace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension component s
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uids
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of s\
oot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes mo\
re frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehic\
le under these
conditions, have the transmission uid changed every 25,000 miles (4\
0,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen lter*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid*4
4Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolan t
6Replace rear differential uid*
Continuously variable transmission models only
Under the Hood
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.
3.


Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism, and then
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.
Engine coolant reserve tank
Washer fluid
(blue cap) Engine oil fill cap
Engine oil
dipstick (orange)
Brake/Clutch* fluid
(black cap)
Battery
Radiator cap
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strik\
e the
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE