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C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ..... 290
Seat heaters ...................... 298
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 300• Interior lights ................. 301
• Personal lights .............. 302
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 303 • Glove box...................... 304
• Console box .................. 304
• Bottle holders ................ 305
• Cup holders .................. 306
Luggage compartment features ........................... 307
5-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ....... 313 • Sun visors ..................... 313
• Vanity mirrors................ 313
• Clock ............................. 314
• Power outlet .................. 315
• Assist grips ................... 316
• Steering wheel audio switches ........................ 317
• Using the
microphone ................... 318 6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 320
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 324
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 327
General maintenance ........ 330
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 334
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 335
Hood .................................. 338
Positioning a floor jack....... 340
Engine compartment ......... 341
Tires................................... 353
Tire inflation pressure ........ 363
Wheels............................... 367
Air conditioning filter .......... 370
Wireless remote control/electronic key
battery ............................. 373
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 377
Light bulbs ......................... 381
5Interior features6Maintenance and care
2965-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-
ing system is on
● In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition-
ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also
reduce fuel consumption.
● Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch
is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
● It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■ When the outside temperat ure falls to nearly 32
°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air m\
ode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
→P. 370
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. air conditioning setting) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 474)
319
6Maintenance and care
C-HR_OM_USA_OM10526U6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 320
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 324 6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ................... 327
General maintenance........ 330
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 334
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 335
Hood ................................. 338
Positioning a floor jack ...... 340
Engine compartment ......... 341
Tires .................................. 353
Tire inflation pressure ....... 363
Wheels .............................. 367
Air conditioning filter.......... 370
Wireless remote control/electronic key
battery ............................. 373
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 377
Light bulbs......................... 381
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WARNING
■When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart key system: Be sure the engine switch is off. With
the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may automat-
ically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( →P. 346)
Vehicles with a smart key system: Be sure the engine switch is off. With the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automat-
ically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( →P. 346)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.,
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
3706-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws,
and then slowly and fully open
the glove box while supporting
it.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Maintenance and care
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With the glove box fully open,
slightly lift up the glove box and
pull toward the seat to detach
the bottom of the glove box.
Do not use excessive force if the
glove box does not detach when
lightly pulled. Instead, pull toward
the seat while slightly adjusting the
height of the glove box.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the air conditioning filter
and replace it with a new one.
The “ \bUP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
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Replacement method
3726-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Schedule maintenance guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the ai r conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
■ When removing the glove box
Always follow the specified procedure to remove the glove box ( →P. 370). If
the glove box is removed without following the specified procedure, the
hinge of the glove box may become damaged.
502Alphabetical index
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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
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