2018 HONDA HR-V jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 57Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70Safety Labels P. 71
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 115 Security System P. 118
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 123
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 140 Adjusting the Seats P. 142
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 163 Climate Control System* P. 167
Audio Error Messages P. 233General Information on the Audio System P. 237
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 337 When Driving P. 339 Braking P. 377
Refueling P. 388 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 390
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 399 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 411
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 423 Battery P. 433 Remote Transmitter Care P. 435
Cleaning P. 438 Accessories and Modifications P. 443
Engine Does Not Start P. 457Jump Starting P. 460 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 462
Emergency Towing P. 475 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 476
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 483 Reporting Safety Defects P. 484
Authorized Manuals P. 489 Customer Service Information P. 490
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 95
FeaturesP. 177
DrivingP. 327
MaintenanceP. 391
Handling the UnexpectedP. 445
InformationP. 479
IndexP. 492
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P445)
Flat Tire (P448)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P465)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P457)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P470)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P463)
● 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 (P475)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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377Continued
Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manu ally or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch
*1 is in.
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely. u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on.
■To release
The vehicle must be ON
(w*1 in order to
release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.
Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing downhill on steep hills.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Parking Brake1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
operating from the rear wh eel area when you apply
or release the parking brak e, or turn the ignition
switch to LOCK
( 0*1. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.
2 Jump Starting P. 460
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the VSA system until the
vehicle come to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be
released.
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.
•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped and the brake hold system
is applied.
•When the engine is turned off while the brake hold
system is applied.
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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445
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 446
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 448
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 457
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ....458
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 459
Jump Starting .................................... 460
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 462
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 463 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 465
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 465
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 466
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 467
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 467 If the Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 468
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 469
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 470
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 474
Emergency Towing ........................... 475
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 476
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 433●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 470
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 339, 342
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 118
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 93
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 474
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 475
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 460
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460
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
u Remove the cover from the under-hood
fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 470
2.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u Connect when using the automotive
battery charger to boost your 12-volt
battery, select a lo wer charging voltage
than 15-volt. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster
Battery
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s stud bolt.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
B
Battery...................................................... 433
Charging System Indicator ................ 77, 465
Jump Starting ......................................... 460
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 433
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 435
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ..................................... 155
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............ 274, 297
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 69
Brake System ............................................ 377
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 383
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 380
Brake Assist System................................. 384
Foot Brake .............................................. 379
Indicator (Amber) ...................................... 74
Indicator (Red) .................................. 74, 467
Parking Brake.......................................... 377
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............... 74
Brake System Indicator (Red) .................... 74
Brake/Clutch System Fluid ....................................................... 409
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 136Bulb Replacement
.................................... 411
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 416
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights ........... 417
Fog Lights ................................................ 413
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 413
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 412
Headlights ............................................... 411
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 417
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 418
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 415
Side Turn Signal, Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 414
Bulb Specifications ................................... 480
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 70
Cargo Cover .............................................. 161
Cargo Floor Box ........................................ 157
Carrying Cargo .................................. 329, 331
CD Player ........................................... 193, 216
Certification Label .................................... 482
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 411
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 465
Child Safety ................................................. 57
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110 Child Seat
.................................................... 57
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 59
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 60
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 64
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 59
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 440
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 438
Climate Control System ............................ 167
Synchronization Mode............................. 174
Clock ............................................................ 96
Coat Hook ................................................. 159
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 448, 481
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 347
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 352
Creeping ................................................. 347
Kickdown ................................................ 347
Operating the Shift Lever........... 21, 349, 351
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 462
Shifting ........................................... 348, 350
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Fluid ........................................................ 408
Controls ....................................................... 95
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