
4818-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
■In the following situati ons, customize mode in which the settings can be
changed through the mu lti-information display will automatically be
turned off
● A warning message appears after the customize mode screen is displayed.
● The engine switch is turned off.
● The vehicle begins to move while the customize mode screen is displayed.
WARNING
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such
as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may
collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while cus-
tomizing features. 

4828-3. Items to initialize
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or main-
tenance being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power windowWhen functioning abnormallyP. 142
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required (U.S.A.
only)After the maintenance is per-
formedP. 328
Tire pressure warning sys-
temWhen changing the tire sizeP. 355 

500What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
●Vehicles without a smart key system:
It is locked to prevent theft of the vehicle if the key is pulled from the engine
switch. (→P. 163)
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 168)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 140)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( →P. 167)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing 
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 411)
●The brake system warning light is on 
Is the parking brake released? (→P. 177) 
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( →P. 408, 418)
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is tu rned off automatically 
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving 

501What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (→P. 418)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 408, 418.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
(→P. 423)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( →P. 446)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle 
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck 

502Alphabetical index
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 290Air conditioning filter ............. 370
ABS  (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 279 Warning light ......................... 409
Air conditioning filter .............. 370
Air conditioning  system .................................... 290
Air conditioning filter ............. 370
Airbags ....................................... 32 Airbag operating conditions .... 41
Airbag precautions for 
your child .............................. 35
Correct driving posture ........... 24
Curtain shield airbag 
operating conditions ............. 41
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions ........................... 38
General airbag precautions .... 35
Locations of airbags................ 32
Modification and  disposal of airbags ............... 40
Side airbag operating 
conditions ............................. 41
Side airbag precautions .......... 35
Side and curtain shield airbags  operating conditions ............. 41
Side and curtain shield airbags  precautions ........................... 35
SRS airbags............................ 32
SRS warning light ................. 409
Anchor brackets ........................ 57
Anti-lock Brake System  (ABS) ...................................... 279 Warning light ......................... 409
Assist grips .............................. 316
Automatic High Beam ............. 190
Automatic light control  system .................................... 185
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 308 Back door ................................. 112
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb .............. 387
Wattage ................................ 457
Battery ...................................... 349
Checking............................... 349
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 439
Preparing and checking  before winter ...................... 285
Warning light......................... 408
Bottle holders .......................... 305
Brake Fluid ...................................... 455
Parking brake ....................... 177
Warning light......................... 408
Brake assist ............................. 279
Break-in tips ............................ 149
Brightness control Instrument panel 
light control ........................... 88
AB 

504Alphabetical index
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
Daytime running light system .................................... 187
Deck board ............................... 308
Defogger Outside rear view 
mirrors ................................ 293
Rear window ......................... 293
Windshield ............................ 293
Dimensions .............................. 450
Dinghy towing .......................... 161
Display Multi-information display ......... 89
Warning message  ................ 418
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 335
Door lock
Back door.............................. 112
Side doors............................. 105
Smart key system ......... 105, 112
Wireless remote control ........ 105
Key........................................ 106
Doors Back door.............................. 112
Door lock........................ 105,112 
Door windows ....................... 140
Open door warning buzzer......................... 110, 113
Outside rear view mirrors...... 137
Rear door child-protector ...... 109
Side doors............................. 105
Drive information ....................... 90
Driving ...................................... 146
Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ....................... 24
Procedures ........................... 146
Winter drive tips .................... 285 Eco Driving Indicator ................ 85
Electric Power Steering 
(EPS) ...................................... 279 Warning light......................... 409
Electronic key ............................ 98
Battery-saving function ......... 120
If the electronic key does not operate 
properly .............................. 436
Replacing the battery............ 373
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 408
If a warning light turns on ..... 408
If a warning message is 
displayed ............................ 418
If the battery is discharged ... 439
If the electronic key 
does not operate 
properly .............................. 436
If the engine will not start ...... 434
If you have a flat tire ............. 423
If you think something is  wrong ................................. 406
If your vehicle becomes  stuck ................................... 446
If your vehicle has to be 
stopped in an emergency ... 397
If your vehicle needs to be  towed.................................. 399
If your vehicle overheats....... 443
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505Alphabetical index
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
Emergency flashers ................ 396
Engine....................................... 452ACCESSORY mode ............. 166
Compartment ........................ 341
Engine switch................ 162, 165
Hood ..................................... 338
How to start the engine......................... 162, 165
Identification number ............ 451
If the engine will not start ...... 434
Ignition switch  (engine switch) ........... 162, 165
Overheating .......................... 443
Engine coolant ......................... 345
Capacity ................................ 454
Checking ............................... 345
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 285
Warning light ......................... 411
Engine coolant temperature 
gauge........................................ 86
Engine immobilizer system ...... 74
Engine oil ................................. 342 Capacity ................................ 452
Checking ............................... 342
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 285
Engine switch .................. 162, 165
EPS  (Electric Power Steering)...... 279
Warning light ......................... 409
Event data recorder (EDR) .......... 8 Flat tire ..................................... 423
Floor mats .................................. 22
Fluid
Brake .................................... 455
Continuously variable transmission ....................... 455
Washer ................................. 352
Front interior light ................... 301
Wattage ................................ 457
Front passenger occupant  classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights............... 302 Wattage ................................ 457
Front seats ............................... 127
Adjustment............................ 127
Cleaning ............................... 324
Correct driving posture ........... 24
Head restraints ..................... 130
Seat heaters ......................... 298
Front turn signal lights ........... 176
Replacing light bulbs ............ 384
Turn signal lever ................... 176
Wattage ................................ 457
Fuel ........................................... 200 Capacity................................ 452
Fuel gauge.............................. 86
Fuel pump shut off system ... 407
Information............................ 458
Refueling .............................. 200
Type...................................... 452
Warning light......................... 411
Fuel filler door ......................... 200 Refueling .............................. 200
Fuel pump shut off system..... 407
Fuses ........................................ 377F 

506Alphabetical index
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U
Gauges ....................................... 86
Glove box ................................. 304
Grocery bag hooks .................. 307
Head restraints ........................ 130
Headlights ................................ 185Automatic High Beam 
system ......... ....................... 190
Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 382
Wattage ................................ 457
Heaters Outside rear view 
mirrors ................................ 293
Seat heaters ......................... 298
Hill-start assist control............ 279
Hood ......................................... 338
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................... 307
Grocery bag hooks ............... 307
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 22
Horn .......................................... 133 I/M test ...................................... 334
Identification ............................ 450
Engine .................................. 451
Vehicle .................................. 450
Ignition switch 
(engine switch) .............. 162, 165
Illuminated entry system ........ 302
Immobilizer system ................... 74
Indicators ................................... 81
Initialization Engine oil maintenance 
data .................................... 328
Item to initialize ..................... 482
Power windows..................... 142
Tire pressure  warning system .... .............. 354
Inside rear view mirror ............ 135
Instrument panel light 
control ...................................... 88
Interior lights ........................... 300
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