2019 HONDA HR-V open hood

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower co rner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slight ly, you can release the
lever.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the
information display
*/multi-information display*.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the bolts and clips on the
undercarriage and remove the under
cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under
Cover
Bolt Clip
2WD models
Washer
Drain Bolt
All models
* Not available on all models
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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. 598
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 assi sting 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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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator (red) co mes on or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may da mage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 526
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system*/climate control system*, rear
defogger, and other electrical system s, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models
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Index
Precautions ............................................. 513
Radiator .................................................. 531
Remote Transmitter ................................ 562
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 535
Safety ..................................................... 513
Service Items ................................... 517, 521
Tires........................................................ 549
Transmission Fluid ................................... 532
Under the Hood ...................................... 523
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 85, 594
Map Lights ................................................ 199
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 421
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 112
Mirrors ...................................................... 185
Adjusting ................................................ 185
Door ....................................................... 186
Exterior ................................................... 186
Interior Rearview ..................................... 185
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 570
Moonroof ................................................. 162
MP3 ........................................... 239, 245, 295
Multi-Information Display ....................... 117
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 505
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 610
O
Odometer.......................................... 115, 119
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 424
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 525
Adding .................................................... 527
Checking ................................................. 526
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 515
Displaying the Maintenance Minder
Information ........................................... 519
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 85, 593
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 525
Viscosity .................................................. 525
Open Source Licenses ............................... 318
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ....... 162
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 524
Moonroof................................................ 162
Power Windows ...................................... 160
Tailgate ................................................... 154
Outside Temperature Display .......... 113, 116
Overheating .............................................. 591
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ........................................ 23, 438, 439
Pandora® ................................................... 293
Panic Mode ............................................... 159
Parking ...................................................... 504
Parking Brake ........................................... 497
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 62Passing Indicators
..................................... 169
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 248, 298
Power Windows ....................................... 160
Precautions While Driving Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle .................................................. 432
Rain ........................................................ 432
Pregnant Women ....................................... 48
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 576
R
Radiator.................................................... 531
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 237, 274
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 278
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 238, 276
Range ................................................ 115, 120
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 238, 276
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 613
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System
TM.................................................. 448
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 182
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 195
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 185
Refueling .................................................. 507
Fuel Gauge...................................... 116, 119
Gasoline .......................................... 507, 608
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 87
Regulations ............................... 452, 553, 611
Remote Transmitter ................................. 142
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