2017 HONDA HR-V key battery

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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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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
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
IG Main30 A*1
50A*2
Fuse Box Main 250 AABS/VSA Motor40 AFuse Box Main 130AFuse Box Main 3 *40A
2 Rear Defogger30A
EPB L30A
IG Main 2*1
–*230A
–
HTR 40A
EPB
R30A
*1: Models with smart entry syste m*2: Models without smart entry system
3––
4– –
5ABS/VSA FSR30A
6D eicer*(10 A)7RR ACC SOCKET*(20 A)
8– –
9Interior Light7.5A
10 ACC Socket (Console)*(20 A)11
12*112*2ACC Key Lock (7.5A)13Heated Door Mirror*(10 A)
14 A/C Blower SW*(7.5 A)15*1––15*2Wiper30 A
E-DPS * 30
A
Fuse box B
Located behind the dashboard next to the steering wheel. Remove the cove\
r by
putting a flat-tip screwdriver into the side slot, as shown.
Fuse label
*if equipped
Cover
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.
T
urn the vehicle off, including all lights and
accessories.
2.

Check the fuses on the battery in the engine
compartment. If the fuse is blown, have it
replaced by a dealer

.
3.

Remove the fuse box cover
.
4.

Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior

.
If there is a blown fuse, remove it with the fuse
puller and replace it with a new one.
5.


Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and replace the
fuse with a new one. Reinstall the screw

.
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the\
chances of
damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
Blown fuse
Fuse box on battery
Fuse puller
Combined fuse
Blown fuse

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Learn about information specific 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 48. For vehicles with navigati\
on, 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 confirm the
door is unlocked. W

ait to hear a beep to confirm 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 aski\
ng for

a code. Where do I find this?
A:


In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. T
urn on the vehicle and the
audio system, and press and hold the power button until the system react\
ivates.
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 T
alk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn
these off?*
A:


From the Home screen, select Settings. Select the V
oice Recog tab, then select

V

oice Prompt. Select Off.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
*if equipped
Contact Us
Honda dealer personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to\
answer
all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does\
not solve
to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s service manager or
general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’\
s
management, contact Honda Automobile Customer Service.U.S. owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
In Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us the following information:
•

V
ehicle Identification Number
•

Date of purchase
•


Odometer reading of your vehicle
•


Y
our name, address, and telephone number
•

A detailed description of the problem
•


Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Canadian owners
Honda Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Blvd.
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
T

el: (888) 946-6329
Fax: (877) 939-0909
e-mail: [email protected]
Q:

Why can’
t I select an item using the selector knob or touchscreen*?
A:
T
o prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited or inoperable wh\
ile the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q:

Where can I find the vehicle identification number (VIN)?
A:

Check the label on the driver’
s doorjamb.
*if equipped
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada).

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INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
Phone Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
Info CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.
•

T
rip computer
•

Display traffic list*
•


Display traffic on my route* •


Display clock
•


Display wallpaper
On-screen CommandsThe system accepts these commands on any screen where applicable. All
available commands are highlighted in yellow when you press the Talk button.
•

Next (or previous)
•


Up (or down)
•


Right (or left)
•


Return
•


OK (excluding Startup Confirmation screen)
•


Delete
*if equipped
• Dial/call by number
•
Dial/call by name
•


Call (phone number or name)
INDEX
ABS........................................................................\
...... 25
Accessory Power Socket ........................................49
Airbags........................................................................\
.. 9 About Y
our Airbags
................................................ 11
Advanced Airbags

.................................................... 9
Airbag Care
............................................................. 14
Airbag System Components
.................................13
Airbag System Indicators
.....................................11
Front Airbags (SRS)

.................................................. 9
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

...........................12
Side Airbags
............................................................ 10
Side Curtain Airbags

.............................................. 10
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator

11
Airbag System Components
....................................13
Airbag System Indicators

........................................11
Air Conditioning System........................................... 43
All Wheel Drive (A

WD) ............................................. 25
Ambient Meter........................................................... 95 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
.........................25, 93
Audio Commands
.................................................... 142
Audio Operation
........................................................ 49
Accessory Power Socket
.....................................49
Auxiliary Input Jack

............................................... 50
Bluetooth® Audio

............................................ 57, 65
Color Audio System

................................................ 52
Compact Disc (CD)


........................................... 54

, 62
FM/AM Radio
.................................................... 53, 60
HDMI Port
................................................................ 49
HDMI Video
............................................................. 67
HondaLink™
............................................................ 59
iPod®
................................................................. 55, 63
Pandora®
................................................................ 66
SiriusXM® Radio
................................................... 61
Sound
....................................................................... 51
Steering Wheel Controls
.......................................50
Touchscreen Operation
.........................................58
USB Flash Drive
................................................ 56, 64
USB Port
.................................................................. 49
AUTO
........................................................................\
... 36
Automatic Brake Hold

.............................................. 94
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

....................42
AUX Commands....................................................... 143 Auxiliary Input Jack
.................................................. 50
AWD


........................................................................\
.... 25
BACK button............................................................... 68 Battery
...................................................................... 125Bluetooth® Audio
...............................................57, 65
Bluetooth® Audio Commands ..............................143
Bluetooth® Handsfreelink® (HFL)......................... 68 E-Mail
.......................................................................76
HFL Controls
......................................................68, 71
HondaLink™ Assist

................................................77
Making a Call

....................................................70, 74
Pairing a Phone
................................................69, 73
Siri Eyes Free
..........................................................77
SMS Text Messaging

.............................................76
Speed Dial

.........................................................70, 75
Talk Button Tips
......................................................72
Voice Recognition Tips

..........................................72
Brake Assist System................................................. 93
Brake depress

...........................................................27
Brake hold
..................................................................27
Brake system
.......................................................24, 25
Braking........................................................................\
92 Brightness Control
....................................................35
Built-in key
.................................................................29
Calibration
................................................................107
Carbon Monoxide Gas................................................ 4
Cargo Area Lights
.....................................................35
Changing a Flat Tire
................................................109
Changing Settings
.....................................................47
Changing Wiper Blades

.........................................126
Charging system........................................................ 24 Childproof Door Locks


..............................................31
Child Safety

................................................................15
Childproof Door Locks

...........................................31
Installing a LA

TCH-Compatible Child Seat .........18
Selecting a Child Seat

...........................................17
Child Seat

...................................................................17
Adding Security with a Tether
..............................20
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat
.........18
Selecting a Child Seat

...........................................17
Climate Control Commands

...................................141
Climate Control System

............................................44
Clock........................................................................\
.... 48 Color Audio System

..................................................52
Compact Disc (CD)
..............................................54, 62
Compact Disc (CD) Commands
.............................142
Contact Us
................................................................137
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
...........90
Coolant
......................................................................124
Cruise Control
............................................................96
CRUISE
MAIN ............................................................27
CUSTOMER Information......................................... 136
Customized Features

................................................47
CVT

........................................................................\
......90
Dashboard and Other Controls
.................................2
Destination
.................................................................81
Detour
........................................................................\
.84

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INDEX
INDEX
Dialing a Number ................................................ 70 , 74
Door Mirrors .............................................................. 42
Door Operation
.......................................................... 31
Doors
........................................................................\
... 30
Door/tailgate open
.................................................... 26
DOT Tire Quality Grading

.......................................132
Driving

........................................................................\
. 85
Braking
..................................................................... 92
Cruise Control
......................................................... 96
Eco Assist System
.................................................. 95
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
.......................97
Ignition
..................................................................... 89
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
..........................98
LaneWatch™........................................................... 99 Maximum Load Limit
.............................................. 87
Multi-View Rear Camera

.....................................100
Paddle Shifters

....................................................... 91
Power Mode
............................................................ 90
Refueling
................................................................ 102
Shifting
..................................................................... 90
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
...........................95
Eco Assist System..................................................... 95
ECON Button
.............................................................. 95
ECON mode
................................................................ 27
Electric Parking Brake

.......................................27

, 93
Electric parking brake system
................................25
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
................................25
E-Mail
........................................................................\
.. 76
Emergency Engine Stop

.........................................106
Emergency T

owing ................................................. 106
Engine and Fuel
....................................................... 135
Engine Coolant......................................................... 124 Engine Oil.................................................................. 122ENGINE START/STOP button
..................................90
Exterior Lights
...................................................... 27, 36
Fastening a Seat Belt
................................................. 7
FCW
....................................................................... 25, 27
Find Nearest Place
................................................... 82
Find Place Commands

............................................ 140
Flat T

ire ..................................................................... 109
Floor Mats
.................................................................. 39
Fluids
........................................................................\
. 135
FM/AM Radio
....................................................... 53, 60
FM/AM Radio Commands

......................................142
Fog lights

.............................................................. 27, 36
Foot Brake
.................................................................. 92
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
..............25, 27, 97
Frequently Asked Questions
.................................136
Front Airbags (SRS)
.................................................... 9
Front Door Inner Handle
..........................................31
Front Seats
................................................................. 38
Front Wipers
.............................................................. 37
Fuel Information
...................................................... 102
Fuse Locations......................................................... 113 Handling Information

.................................................. 4Hang-Up/Back button................................... 68

, 71, 78
Hazard Lights .............................................................27
HDMI Port................................................................... 49 HDMI Video
................................................................67
Headlight-Wiper Integration
...................................37
Head Restraints
.........................................................40
Heated Windshield Button
................................45, 46
HFL Controls
.........................................................68, 71
High beams
................................................................27
High temperature
......................................................25
Home Address
...........................................................81
HondaLink™
...............................................................59
HondaLink™ Assist
...................................................77
Honda Roadside Assistance
.................................137
Hood
........................................................................\
..121
Ignition
........................................................................\
89
Immobilizer
.................................................................27
Info Commands........................................................ 144 Information Display................................................... 28
Instrument Panel
.......................................................24
Condition Indicators

...............................................26
Malfunction Indicators

..........................................24
On/Off Indicators
....................................................27
Interior Lights............................................................. 35 Intermittent Wipers................................................... 37
iPod®
....................................................................55, 63
iPod® Commands
...................................................143
Jump Starting
..........................................................104
Key
........................................................................\
.......29
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
.................25, 26, 98
LaneWatch™
.............................................................99
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts

............................................5
LA

TCH-Compatible Child Seat .................................18
LDW
...........................................................25, 26, 27, 98
Light Bulbs................................................................ 135 Lights
........................................................................\
...35
Locking the Tailgate

..................................................30
Lock T

ab ......................................................................31
Low fuel
......................................................................26
Low oil pressure
........................................................24
Low temperature
.......................................................25
Low tire pressure
......................................................26
Maintenance............................................................ 118 Maintenance Minder™
.......................................119
Safety Precautions

...............................................118
Service Codes

.......................................................120
Under the Hood
.....................................................121
Maintenance Minder................................................ 27
Making a Call
.......................................................70, 74
Malfunction indicator lamp
.....................................25
Manual Transmission

...............................................92
Map Display Commands


........................................139
Map Legend

...............................................................83
Map Lights.................................................................. 35 Master Door Lock Switch

........................................31Maximum Load Limit................................................. 87
Mirrors

........................................................................\
42
Moonroof
....................................................................34
Multi-View Rear Camera

.......................................100
Navigation

..................................................................78
Detour
.......................................................................84
Display and Controls

..............................................79
Entering a Destination


...........................................81
Find Nearest Place


.................................................82
Home Address

........................................................81
Map Legend
............................................................83
Place Category


....................................................... 82
Routing

..................................................................... 83
Steering Wheel Controls

....................................... 78
Street Address

........................................................ 81
Talk Button Tips

...................................................... 80
Traffic

....................................................................... 84
Voice Prompt

........................................................... 80
Voice Recognition Tips

.......................................... 80
Navigation Commands


........................................... 139
One-T

ouch Turn Signal

............................................. 36
On-screen Commands............................................ 144
Opening the Hood


................................................... 121
Overheating.............................................................. 105 Paddle Shifters

.......................................................... 91
Pairing a Phone

................................................... 69, 73
Pandora®

................................................................... 66
Pandora® Commands

............................................ 143
Panic button


............................................................... 29
Parking brake............................................................. 26 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

.............................. 12
Phone

.................................................................... 69, 73
Phonebook

........................................................... 70, 74
PHONE

button

............................................................ 68
Phone Commands

................................................... 144
Pick-Up button

..................................................... 68, 71
Place Category

.......................................................... 82
Power Door Mirrors.................................................. 42
Power Mode

.............................................................. 90
Power Moonroof

....................................................... 34
Power Window

.......................................................... 33
Radio

..................................................................... 53, 60
Readiness Codes..................................................... 134 Rear Camera

............................................................ 100
Rear Seats

............................................................ 39, 41
Rearview Mirror

........................................................ 42
Rear Wiper

................................................................. 37
Refueling................................................................... 102 Remote Battery Strength

....................................... 103
Remote Transmitter

.................................................. 29
Reporting Safety Defects......................................... 23
Roadside Assistance


.............................................. 137
Route Commands


.................................................... 141
Routing

........................................................................\
83
Safety Information

...................................................... 3Carbon Monoxide Gas

.............................................
4
Childproof Door Locks

...........................................
31
Child Safety
.............................................................
15
Handling Information
...............................................
4
Reporting Safety Defects
......................................
23
Safety Label Locations
..........................................
22
Safety Messages
......................................................
3
Safety Label Locations
.............................................
22
Safety Messages
........................................................
3
Seat Belt Inspection ...................................................
6
Seat belt reminder .................................................... 26
Seat Belts ..................................................................... 5
Fastening a Seat Belt

...............................................7
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts

.........................................5
Seat Belt Inspection

................................................6
Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor........................ 8
Shoulder Anchor

...................................................... 7
Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor
..........................8
Seat Heaters
.............................................................. 46
Seats
........................................................................\
... 38
Front Seats
.............................................................. 38
Rear Seats
......................................................... 39, 41
Selector knob............................................................. 68 Select/reset knob
................................................ 28, 47
Service Codes.......................................................... 120 Settings
....................................................................... 47
Shifting
........................................................................\
90
Shift Lever Does Not Move

...................................103
Shoulder Anchor

......................................................... 7
Side Airbags............................................................... 10 Side Curtain Airbags................................................. 10
Siri Eyes Free
............................................................. 77
SiriusXM® Radio
...................................................... 61
SiriusXM® Radio Commands
...............................142
Smart Entry system
................................................... 24
Smart Entry System
.................................................. 30
SMS Text Messaging

...............................................76
Song By V

oice™ Commands .................................142
Sound
........................................................................\
.. 51
Specifications
.......................................................... 135
Speed Dial
............................................................ 70, 75
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
.11
Starter system
........................................................... 25
Steering Wheel.......................................................... 43 Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
.....................1
Steering Wheel Controls.................................... 50, 78
Street Address........................................................... 81 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
..................24
System message
....................................................... 26
Tailgate
....................................................................... 30
Tailgate button
........................................................... 29
Tailgate Operation
..................................................... 32
Talk button
...................................................... 68, 71, 78
Talk Button Tips
................................................... 72, 80
Text Messaging
......................................................... 76