Honda Automobile Customer Service
Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you h\
ave
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive,
you can call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 137).
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\
). This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your
2017 Honda HR-V. It provides basic information and instructions on technology and
convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and how to get ass\
istance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It cove\
rs all HR-V
models, so you may find descriptions of features and equipment that ar\
e not in your
vehicle. Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represe\
nt features
and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models.
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Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual,
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(Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
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a copy from
your Honda dealer.
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INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
Call (800) 999-1009 (U.S.) or (888) 946-6329 (Canada)
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada)
*if equipped
VISUAL INDEX
..............................................................
1
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
....................
1
Dashboard and Other Controls
...............................
2
SAFETY INFORMATION
..............................................
3
Important Safety Information
..................................
3
Seat Belts
...................................................................
5
Airbags
........................................................................\
9
Child Safety
..............................................................
15
Safety Label Locations
...........................................
22
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................................
23
INSTRUMENT PANEL
................................................
24
Malfunction Indicators
...........................................
24
Condition Indicators
................................................
26
On/Off Indicators
.....................................................
27
Information Display
.................................................
28
VEHICLE CONTROLS
..................................................
29
Using the Key or Remote T
ransmitter
..................
29
Smart Entry System*
...............................................
30
Door Operation
........................................................
31
Tailgate Operation
...................................................
32
Power Window Operation
.....................................
33
Power Moonroof Operation*
................................
34
Interior and Exterior Lights
....................................
35
One-Touch Turn Signal
...........................................
36
Wiper Operation
......................................................
37
Adjusting the Seats
.................................................
38
Rear Seats
...............................................................
41
Adjusting the Mirrors
..............................................
42
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
...............................
43
Air Conditioning System*
......................................
43
Climate Control System*
.......................................
44
Seat Heaters*
..........................................................
46
Customized Features
..............................................
47
Setting the Clock
.....................................................
48AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
....................................
49
Basic Audio Operation
...........................................
49
Color Audio System*
...............................................
52
FM/AM Radio
........................................................
53
Compact Disc (CD)
...............................................
54
iPod® ...................................................................... 55
USB Flash Drive .................................................... 56
Bluetooth
® Audio .................................................. 57
T
ouchscreen Operation* ........................................ 58
HondaLink
® ........................................................... 59
FM/AM Radio ....................................................... 60
SiriusXM
® Radio* ................................................. 61
Compact Disc (CD) .............................................. 62
iPod® ...................................................................... 63
USB Flash Drive .................................................... 64
Bluetooth
® Audio .................................................. 65
Pandora® ............................................................... 66
HDMI Video ........................................................... 67
BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) ................. 68
Basic HFL Operation
............................................... 68
Pairing a Phone
....................................................... 69
Making a Call
........................................................... 70
Basic HFL Operation
............................................... 71
Pairing a Phone
....................................................... 73
Making a Call
........................................................... 74
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail*
....................... 76
HondaLink
® Assist ................................................... 77
Siri® Eyes Free ......................................................... 77
NA
VIGATION* ............................................................. 78
Basic Navigation Operation
..................................78
Entering a Destination
............................................ 81
Routing
...................................................................... 83
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V
ISUAL
I
NDEX
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
1 Lights/turn signals/LaneW
atch
button* p. 35, p. 36, p. 99
2 SEL/RESET knob* p. 28
Brightness control
p. 35
3 Wipers/washers p. 37
4 Cruise control buttons p. 96
5 Horn
6 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink/voice
recognition buttons
p. 68, p. 71,
p. 79
7 Audio controls p. 50
MENU button*
p. 50
Display button*
p. 58
8 Instrument panel p. 24
9 Information display p. 28
10 Hood release handle p. 121
11 Fuel fill door handle p. 102
12 ENGINE START/STOP button* p. 90
13 ECON button* p. 95
14 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) OFF
button
p. 95
Lane Departure W
arning (LDW)
button*
p. 98
T
ire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) button*
p. 107
Forward Collision W
arning (FCW)
button*
p. 97
Heated windshield button*
p. 45
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
*if equipped
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DRIVING....................................................................... 85
Before Driving .......................................................... 85
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions
.................................................................. 86
Maximum Load Limit
............................................... 87
Starting to Drive
....................................................... 89
Shifting
...................................................................... 90
Braking
...................................................................... 92
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) .............................. 95
Eco Assist® System ................................................. 95
Cruise Control .......................................................... 96
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
......................97
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
.........................98
LaneWatch
™* ........................................................... 99
Multi-View Rear Camera ...................................... 100
Refueling
................................................................. 102
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
.............................. 103
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength*
.............103
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
................................ 103
Jump Starting
......................................................... 104
Overheating
............................................................ 105
Emergency Engine Stop*
..................................... 106
Emergency Towing
................................................ 106
T
ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........107
Changing a Flat Tire
.............................................. 109
Fuse Locations
....................................................... 113MAINTENANCE
........................................................
118
Safety Precautions
................................................
118
Maintenance Minder™ .......................................... 119
Under the Hood
...................................................... 121
Engine Oil
................................................................ 122
Engine Coolant
....................................................... 124
Window Washer Fluid
.......................................... 125
Checking the Battery
............................................ 125
Changing Wiper Blades
....................................... 126
Tire Information
..................................................... 128
Tire Labeling
........................................................... 131
DOT Tire Quality Grading
...................................... 132
T
esting of Readiness Codes ................................ 134
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................... 135 CUSTOMER INFORMATION
................................... 136
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
.136
Contact Us
.............................................................. 137
Honda Roadside Assistance
............................... 137
Warranty Coverages
............................................. 138
EP
A Contact Information ...................................... 138
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
...................................... 139
INDEX
........................................................................\
. 145
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I NSTRUMENT P
ANELI
NSTRUMENT P
ANEL
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indica\
tor
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remain\
s on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Door/tailgate open
A door or the tailgate is open.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem \
with the
fuel gauge. See your dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if n\
ecessary. If
the indicator remains on after tire inflation, you need to calibrate t\
he system
(see page 107). The indicator also appears if your vehicle is fitted\
with the
compact spare tire. Have your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon \
as
possible.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)* (Canadian models only)
(Blinks) Take appropriate action to keep the vehicle within the lane.
Canada
U.S.
*if equipped
Washer fluid level (Canadian models only)
Washer fluid is low. Refill the reservoir (see page 125).
Brake depress
•
During automatic brake hold operation, the automatic brake hold button i\
s
pressed without pressing the brake pedal. Make sure you press the brake \
pedal.
•
(Blinks) Automatic brake hold is canceled during operation. Immediatel\
y
press the brake pedal.
Forward Collision W
arning (FCW)* (Canadian models only)
(Blinks) The system detects a likely collision with a vehicle in front\
of you,
and a beep sounds. Take appropriate action to prevent a collision.
Maintenance Minder
™
Scheduled maintenance for your vehicle is due.
Immobilizer
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If th\
e
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off,
and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with\
the
system. See your dealer.
CV T models
MT models
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
VSA off
VSA on (blinks)
CRUISE
MAIN on
CRUISE
CONTROL on
Turn signals/hazards on
Fog lights* on
High beams on Exterior lights on
ECON mode* on
Brake hold system on
Brake hold activated
Electric parking brake on
FCW* off
LDW* off
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
*if equipped
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V EHICLE C ONTROLS
V
EHICLE C ONTROLS
Power Moonroof Operation*
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using th\
e switch
on the ceiling.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch back firmly to the second
detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly to the second
detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefly.
Manual OperationTo open: Push and hold the switch back to the first detent until the desired p\
osition
is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the first detent until the desire\
d
position is reached.
Moonroof TiltTo tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release.
*if equipped
Close Open
Tilt
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Brightness ControlAdjust instrument panel brightness when the
vehicle is on.
To brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
To dim: Turn the knob to the left.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches
minimum or maximum.
Interior LightsChange the interior light settings using the switches
on the ceiling.
ON position (rear only): Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Interior lights come on
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.
OFF position: Interior lights remain off.
Map LightsPress the front map lights to turn on or off.
Cargo Area LightsLocated on the driver’s side in the cargo area.
ON position: Cargo lights remain on.
OFF position: Cargo area lights remain off.
Off
Door-activated position Front
Off
Rear
Door-activated position
On
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covere\
d with
snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
NOTICEClosing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
WARNING
Select/reset knob
Model with moonroof shown
OnOff
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V EHICLE C ONTROLS
V
EHICLE C ONTROLS
*if equipped
One-Touch Turn Signal
Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.
Lightly push the turn signal lever up or down for a
three-blink sequence.
For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down
until it locks into place.
Wiper Operation
The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on.
Front Wipers
Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired
position.
Headlight-Wiper Integration*When the headlights are in the AUTO position,
they automatically turn on when you operate
the front wipers several times within a certain
interval. The headlights turn off shortly after
the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough
ambient light.
Intermittent Wipers*When you move the lever to the INT position,
the wipers operate based on the wiper delay.
Adjust the wiper delay using the intermittent
time adjustment ring.
Rear WiperWhen you shift to Reverse (R) and the front
wipers are activated, the rear wiper activates
even if the switch is off.
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the de\
froster
or heated windshield button* to warm the windshield, or manually clear the
windshield of ice and snow before turning on the wipers.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Intermittent time
adjustment ring Pull to use
washer.
MIST
OFF
INT*: Low speed intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
ON
INT: Intermittent wipe
OFF
Washer
Lower speed,
fewer sweeps
Higher speed,
more sweeps
Exterior Lights Rotate the switches on the headlight lever to operate the exterior light\
s. Push the
lever forward to turn on the high beams. Return the lever to its origina\
l position for
low beams.
OFF: All exterior lights are off.
: Turn on exterior lights except headlights.
AUTO: Turn on the automatic lighting feature*.
Headlights turn on or off depending on ambient
brightness when the vehicle is on. Headlights
automatically come on after the wipers are
engaged for a certain time.
: Turn on all exterior lights including headlights.
: Turn fog lights* on or off.
High beams
Low
beams Flash
the high
beams Fog lights*
Left turn Right turn
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V EHICLE C ONTROLS
V
EHICLE C ONTROLS
*if equipped
Adjusting the Mirrors
Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sit\
ting in the
correct driving position.
Rearview Mirror with Day/Night Positions*
Manually adjust the position to reduce headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. Flip the tab to switch
between day and night positions.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*When driving after dark, the automatic dimming
function reduces the glare from headlights behind
you.
Press the Auto button to turn the system on or off. A
green indicator appears when automatic dimming is on.
The system suspends when the shift lever is
in Reverse (R).
Power Door MirrorsAdjust the power door mirrors when the vehicle is on.
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right mirror.
After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the
center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press the switch
left, right, up, or down to move the mirror.
Auto button
Indicator
Adjustment switch Selector switch
Air Conditioning System*
Manually control the front heating and cooling in your vehicle’s interior using the
buttons and dials on the dashboard.
*if equipped
Fan control/
OFF dial
A/C
button Temperature
control dial
Recirculation button:
Recirculation mode (indicator on):
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior.
Fresh Air mode (indicator off): Maintains
outside ventilation. Rear defogger
button*Mode control
dial
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so\
that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving postur\
e.
1.
Pull up the steering wheel adjustment lever
.
2.
Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out.
3.
Push down the steering wheel adjustment lever to
lock the steering wheel in position.
To adjustTo lock Lever
Night position
Ta b
Day
position
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to los\
e
control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
WARNING
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DRIVING
NAVIGATION
Taking a Detour
You can calculate a detour route manually if you encounter a road closure\
or other
obstacle.
1.
When en route, press MENU from the map
screen.
2.
Select Detour
. The system attempts to calculate
a new route by avoiding the next 5 miles (8 km)
while on a freeway or 1 mile (1 km) while on a
surface street.
Traffic
View traffic flow, incidents, and construction in major metro areas. You can also
route around congestion or incidents using voice commands. Press the Talk
button before saying each command. Available on U.S. models only.
1.
When en route, say
“Display traffic incidents.”
A list of incidents on your route appears.
2.
Say the number of the incident you want to avoid.
3.
Say
“Avoid” and the incident list returns.
4.
Say
“Recalculate route” to set the new route.
Canceling Your RouteYou can cancel your route at any time.
1.
When en route, press MENU from the map
screen.
2.
Select Cancel Route. The route is cleared and the
map screen returns. Y
ou can also press the Talk
button and say “Cancel route.” Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
•
Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exte
rior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
•
Remove any frost, snow
, or ice.
•
Make sure the hood is securely closed.
•
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left u\
nder
the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an exte\
nded period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried g
rass
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 aft\
er you or
someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
•
Make sure the tires are in good condition.
•
Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to me\
lt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim a\
round the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
NOTICE
Interior Checks•
Store or secure all items on board properly
.
•
Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
•
Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure t\
he floor
mats.
•
If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely around in \
the
vehicle.
•
Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
•
Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly
.
•
Make sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll\
under the
seats.
•
Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
•
Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you s\
tart
the vehicle, and go off soon after
.
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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.