Page 1: Table Of Contents
The information and specifications included in this publication Driving P. 191 were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Before Driving P. 192 Towing a Trailer P. Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change Refueling P.
Page 2 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. Fuses P. 304 Emergency Towing P. When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. Index P. 323 Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) P. Customer Service Information P. Warranty Coverages P. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 3: Quick Reference Guide
Navigation System ❙ Rear Window Defogger P.116 ❙ Heated Mirror Button P.116 ❙ Ignition Switch P.109 ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustment P.117 Index ❙ SPORT Mode Button P.210 ❙ NORMAL Mode Button P.210 Home ❙ ECON Mode Button P.210 2011 CR-Z...
Page 4 Cruise Control Buttons P.211 ❙ SEL/RESET Button P.83 ❙ Information) Button P.83 ❙ Horn Index ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons P.173 ❙ Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons P.173 Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 5 Automatic Transmission (CVT) P.202 Manual Transmission P.207 ❙ Parking Brake P.219 ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack P.139 ❙ Interior Fuse Box P.305 Index ❙ Hood Release Handle P.246 ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch P.102 Home ❙ Power Window Switches P.107 2011 CR-Z...
Page 6 Side Curtain Airbags ❙ Rearview Mirror P.118 P.51 ❙ Seat Belts P.34 ❙ Upper Instrument Panel Storage ❙ ❙ Cargo Area Rear Cargo P.128 Console ❙ Seats P.119 Index P.128 ❙ Side Airbags P.48 Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 7 ■ Tires P.269,287 ■ Fog Lights P.112,260 ■ Headlights P.110,258 ■ ■ Back-up Lights Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side P.263 Marker Lights P.110,262 ■ Brake/Taillights P.264 ■ Rear Side Marker Lights Index P.110,263 ■ Rear Turn Signal Lights Home P.110,263 2011 CR-Z...
Page 8 Balances driving performance and fuel economy. Best for most driving situations. ECON Mode Maximizes fuel economy. Provides longer auto idle stop operating time when the Index climate control system is in use. Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 9: Indicators P
Your brake or accelerator pedal operation, and shift changes based on the shift up indicator. changes based on the shift up indicator. The indicators do not come on in SPORT mode. The indicators do not come on in SPORT mode. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 10 Home you press the you press the Slow deceleration/ Slow deceleration/ Moderate deceleration Moderate deceleration Aggressive deceleration Aggressive deceleration brake pedal. brake pedal. Maximizes fuel economy Maximizes fuel economy 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 11 Tips to Improve Fuel Economy To help your vehicle’s fuel economy: The main power source for the Honda IMA system is the gasoline engine. The ● Avoid aggressive acceleration/braking electric motor assists the engine to improve fuel economy, based on current ●...
Page 12 • Move the shift lever to • Release the clutch pedal. Release the brake pedal. 1. Fully depress the clutch pedal again. 2. Move the shift lever to Index 3. Depress the accelerator pedal to resume driving. Restarting Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 13: Safety Precautions
P.69 When the vehicle is disposed Index The IMA battery is a Nickel hydride battery. Honda collects and recycles used IMA ● batteries – consult with your dealer for proper battery disposal in the event your vehicle is not repairable.
Page 14: Seat Belts P
Before Driving Checklist P.192 Check that your passenger is wearing their seat ● Before driving, check the seat positions, steering ● belt correctly. Index wheel and mirror adjustments. Fasten your lap belt as Home low as possible. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 15 Indicators Indicator Indicator Electric Power Cruise Main Indicator Steering (EPS) NORMAL Mode Low Temperature Indicator Cruise Control Index Indicator Indicator IMA System Indicator Indicator ECON Mode Low Fuel Indicator System Message Indicator Auto Idle Stop Home Indicator Indicator 2011 CR-Z...
Page 16: Wipers And Washers
Turn Signal Control Lever Light Control Switches Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring Right : Low speed : High speed High Beam Low Beam Left Flashing Pull toward you to spray washer fluid. MIST Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 17: Power Windows
If the main switch is in the ON position, ● the passenger's window switch is disabled. Main Switch Hatch P.104 Adjustment Switch Window Switch With the doors unlocked, press the hatch ● release switch on the hatch to open it. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 18 A/C (Air Conditioning) Button (Windshield AUTO Button Defroster) Button (Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror Button Temperature (Recirculation) Control Dial Button Index Home (On/Off) Button (Fan Control) Button 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 19 Models with navigation system VOL/SELECT (Volume/Select) Knob RDM/A.SEL The navigation system receives signals (Random/Auto Select) SEEK Button from GPS satellites, updating the clock Button automatically. RPT (Repeat) Button SCAN Button Auxiliary Input Jack (Sound) Button SEEK Button Button Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 20 Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station. Disc/PC Card/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the next song or Index return to the beginning of the current song. Home Press and hold to change a folder. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 21 Depress the brake pedal changes to "L". and press the release button to move out of P . Move the shift lever without pressing the release button. Index Press the release button to move the shift lever. Ignition Switch Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 22: Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) P.216 U.S. models only After refueling, screw TPMS monitors tire pressure. ● the cap back on until it TPMS is turned on automatically every ● clicks at least once. time you start the engine. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 23 Inspect all lights regularly. Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● ● Check tire pressure regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. ● Home When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 24: Flat Tire P
P.308 Identify the indicator and consult the Check for a blown fuse if an electrical Call a professional towing service if you ● ● ● owner's manual. device does not operate. need to tow your vehicle. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 25: What To Do If
Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. the brakes? Never pump the brake pedal. Why do the doors lock after If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors I unlocked the doors using a relock automatically. remote transmitter? Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 26 • The parking brake lever is not fully released. Why does a screeching sound The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle occur when I apply the brake inspected by a dealer. pedal? Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 27 California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special Index handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/ Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 28: A Few Words About Safety
- such as Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving. ● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. ● This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
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Page 30: Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard About Your Seat Belts ......Side Airbags ..........Fastening a Seat Belt ........ Side Curtain Airbags ......... Carbon Monoxide Gas ......Seat Belt Inspection ........Airbag System Indicators ......Safety Labels ..........Airbag Care ..........Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 31: For Safe Driving
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition ■ Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To Index reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tires’ pressure and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 32 While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 33 In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passenger. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 34: Safety Checklist
If you choose to ignore our warnings and carry a child in this vehicle, make every ● effort to protect them by properly using a seat belt or a child seat according to the child’s age, height, and weight. Child Safety P.56 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 35: Seat Belts
The passenger’s seat belt has a lockable retractor that must be properly activated when using a forward-facing child seat, should you choose to disregard our recommendations and install one. Installing a Child Seat using the Lockable Retractor Seat Belt P.60 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 36: Seat Belt Reminder
Index The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until Home the driver’s and passenger’s seat belts are fastened. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 37: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
The tensioners automatically tighten the seat belts during a moderate to severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 38: Fastening A Seat Belt
2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then Latch tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is Plate secure. Make sure that the belt is not twisted or caught on anything. Buckle Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 39 To release the belt, push the red PRESS button then guide the belt by hand until it has retracted upper body. completely. When exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 40: Advice For Pregnant Women
• When sitting in the passenger's seat, adjust the seat as far back as possible. Wear the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 41 A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. Have your seat belts inspected by a dealer after any collision. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 42: Airbags
Airbags Airbag System Components Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 43 “SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG.” Weight sensors in the passenger’s seat. The passenger’s airbag will be turned off if the weight on the seat is Index 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child). Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 44 Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers. Objects on the covers marked “SRS AIRBAG” could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 45 The front airbags are housed in the center of the steering wheel for the driver, and belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and in the dashboard for the passenger. Both airbags are marked SRS AIRBAG. chest injuries in frontal crashes. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 46 In such cases, the seat belt will aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in front of them. provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 47 In fact, some Home collisions can result in severe damage but no airbag deployment because the airbags would not have been needed or would not have provided protection even if they had deployed. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 48: Advanced Airbags
All occupants should sit upright and wear their Sensor seat belts properly. The passenger's advanced front airbag system includes weight sensors. Although Honda recommends against carrying an infant or small child in the passenger seat, if the sensors Passenger’s detect the weight of a child (up to about 65...
Page 49 Operation ■ When the sensors detect a moderate-to- When severe side impact, the control unit signals the inflated side airbag on the impact side to immediately inflate. Side Airbag Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 50 In either case, the side airbag would not have been needed nor provided protection even if it had deployed. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 51 If the passenger is a child, the indicator will remain on so long as the child is seated. Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry any child who is not large enough and mature enough to ride in front. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 52: Side Curtain Airbags
When Side Curtain Airbags Deploy in a Frontal Collision ■ One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate-to-severe angled frontal Home collision. In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 53 If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If you do not, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 54 Vehicles with navigation system Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on. If the passenger seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy and the indicator will not come on. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 55 Unless the passenger is a smaller statured adult Canada or a child, the indicator should go off when the passenger returns to a proper upright sitting position. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 56 This would likely disable the driver’s seat position sensor or the passenger’s weight sensors. If it is necessary to remove or modify a seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer, or for US vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800-999-1009 and for Canadian vehicles, Honda Canada Customer Relations at 866-946-6329.
Page 57: Child Safety
Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Honda recommends that you seat. A larger child should be properly do not carry a child, age 12 or under, as a passenger. This is because: restrained with a seat belt, using a booster seat if necessary.
Page 58: Safety Labels P
They could also activate labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the vehicle controls causing it to move unexpectedly. front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Safety Labels P.65 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 59: Protecting Infants
Never install a rear-facing child seat in this vehicle. Rear-facing child seats should never be installed in a forward facing position. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 60 Protecting Smaller Children ■ WARNING Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Honda recommends that you do not carry a child, age 12 or under, as a passenger. Placing a forward-facing child seat in the passenger’s seat can result in This is because placing a forward-facing child seat in the passenger’s seat can be...
Page 61: Installing A Child Seat
6. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Index When doing this, place your weight on the child seat and push it into the vehicle seat. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 62 Route the tether strap through the head restraint legs. Make sure the strap is not Anchor twisted. Secure the tether strap hook onto the Index anchor. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat manufacturer. Home Tether Strap Hook 2011 CR-Z...
Page 63 Protecting Larger Children Protecting Larger Children Protecting Larger Children Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Honda recommends that you do not carry a child age 12 or under as a passenger. This is because children WARNING who have outgrown child seats are also at risk of being injured or killed by an inflating passenger’s front airbag.
Page 64: Booster Seats
Monitoring a Child Passenger ■ We strongly recommend that you keep an eye on a child passenger. Even older, more mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten their seat belts and sit up properly. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 65: Exhaust Gas Hazard
Set the fan speed to high. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting. Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 66: Safety Labels
Sun Visor Separator Cargo Area U.S. Canadian Canadian models U.S. models U.S. models models models Canadian models Dashboard Doorjambs U.S. models only Canadian U.S. models models Radiator Cap Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
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Page 68: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used during driving. Indicators ........... Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages ......Gauges and Multi-Information Display Gauges ............ Multi-Information Display ......Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 69: Indicators
Immediately stop in a safe place. ignition switch to ON , and goes off when the engine starts. If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On • Comes on when the engine oil P.299 Low Oil Pressure pressure is low. Indicator Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 70 ON sudden starts and acceleration and Indicator have the vehicle checked by a dealer , then goes off. (Shift Position Home • Blinks if the transmission system immediately. Indicator) has a problem. 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 71 ABS (Anti-lock , then goes off. normal braking ability but no anti-lock • If it comes at any other time, there Brake System) function. is a problem with the ABS. Indicator ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) P.221 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 72 Comes on for a few seconds when ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System you turn the ignition switch to ON P.215 VSA® (Vehicle Index Stability Assist) — , then goes off. • Comes on when you deactivate OFF Indicator Home ® 2011 CR-Z...
Page 73 TPMS, or when a compact replaced and put back on your vehicle spare tire is temporarily installed. as soon as you can. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 74 System Message appears on the multi-information — display. Take the appropriate action Indicator for the message. • The multi-information display does not return to the normal screen unless the Index warning is canceled, or the button is pressed. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 75 - Have the person sit Indicator properly. • Comes on when the high beam headlights are on. High Beam • Comes on with reduced brightness — — Indicator when DRL (daytime running lights) are on. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 76 System — information. be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle Indicator checked by a dealer. • Do not attempt to alter this system Index or add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur. Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 77: Controls P
Indicator recommended. • Comes on briefly when you turn Index SPORT Mode the ignition switch to ON 3-Mode Drive System P.210 • Comes on when you press the Indicator Home SPORT mode button. 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 78 3-Mode Drive System P.210 • Comes on when you press the Indicator ECON mode button. : The driving mode message on the multi-information display appears for a few seconds when you press the appropriate mode button. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 79 Consequently, “SERVICE DUE NOW” and “SERVICE PAST DUE” follow. • Appears when you open the driver’s door while the Turn the ignition switch to LOCK , then • remove the key. Index ignition key is in ACCESSORY Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 80 Appears while the auto idle stop is in operation, and • Manually start the engine. Starting the Engine P.197 to allow the engine to restart again for the following reasons: • The IMA battery charge is low. Index • There is a problem with the system. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 81 • Appears while you are customizing the settings for the P.90 transmission (CVT) following reasons: model The shift lever is moved out of (CVT). • • The parking brake is released (manual transmission). Manual transmission model Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 82: Gauges And Multi-Information Display
NOTICE You should refuel when the reading approaches . Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 83 Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG) It takes a short time to normalize the IMA battery’s ■ output power depending on the weather. The degree to which the IMA battery is being charged is displayed by the CHRG indicator bar. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 84 Eco Drive Bar Economy Economy A Records Elapsed Time Shown when Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® is activated. Index SEL/RESET Button (Information) Customizable Engine Oil Life Power Flow Average Vehicle Home Button Setting Entry Monitor Speed 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 85: Trip Meter
Adjust the temperature reading up to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect. It may take several minutes for the display to Home be updated after the temperature reading has Use the multi-information display’s customized features to correct the temperature. stabilized. Customizing Features P.90 2011 CR-Z...
Page 86 When the “meter color change” setting on the multi-information display is off, the color stays in blue. Press the ECON mode button. Index Press the NORMAL mode button. The ambient meter color turns off. Home Turn the ignition switch to LOCK continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 87 Keep the bar near the center line for better fuel economy while driving. Deceleration Acceleration High Fuel Economy High Fuel Economy Moderate Deceleration Moderate Acceleration Aggressive Deceleration Aggressive Acceleration Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 88: Average Fuel Economy
You can change the elapsed time reset criteria. The elapsed time display shows the time during one drive cycle. Customized Features P.90 Average Speed ■ Index The display shows the average speed in mph or km/h since the last time Trip A was reset. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 89 Operating operating The electric motor is charging the IMA battery. Power is supplied with only the engine. Index Power is supplied with only the engine and the electric motor is charging the IMA battery. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 90: Not Available On All Models
Engine Oil Life ■ ™ Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder Maintenance Minder ™ P.241 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ■ ® ® Shows your paired cell phone’s information. ® ® Bluetooth HandsFreeLink P.173 Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 91: Customized Features
When you customize settings: Automatic transmission (CVT) model Shift to Manual transmission model Set the parking brake. Multi-Information Display: Goes to customize settings. (Information) Button: Changes the customize menus and items. SEL/RESET Button: Enters the selected item. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 92 EXIT LIGHTING SETUP SEL/RESET INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY DOOR SETUP SEL/RESET AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Index DOOR LOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT Home SECURITY RELOCK TIMER EXIT SEL/RESET 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 93 60 sec, 30 sec* , 15 sec Time on after you close the doors. Lighting Setup Changes the timing for the headlights to come Auto Light Sensitivity* Max, High, Mid* , Low, Min Index *1: Default Setting *2: If equipped Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 94 Default All Sets/Cancels all the customized settings as default. Set, Cancel *1: Default Setting *2: Default Setting on automatic transmission (CVT) model *3: Default Setting on manual transmission Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 95 SEL/RESET button to go into the “CHG SETTING” group. 2. Press the SEL/RESET button to go into the “METER SETUP” group. 3. Press the SEL/RESET button again. “LANGUAGE SELECTION” appears first in the display. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 96 The “ON” setup screen appears, then the display returns to the “Customization menu” screen. 6. Press the button until “EXIT” appears in the display, then press the SEL/ RESET button. Repeat step 6 until you return to the normal screen. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
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Page 98: Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Using Automatic Climate Control ... Immobilizer System ........ Button ........... Automatic Climate Control Sensors ..Home Security Alarm System ......Adjusting the Steering Wheel ....Opening and Closing the Windows ..2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 99: Adjusting The Time
Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock display begins to blink. Press the (Hour) button to change the hours. Press the (Minute) button to change the minutes. Press the CLOCK button to go back to the normal display. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 100: Locking And Unlocking The Doors
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a safe place outside of your vehicle. If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact your dealer. Index If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 101 • Some exterior lights flash for about 30 seconds. Replacing the Battery P.279 Index Canceling Panic Mode ■ Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 102 Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door. Lockout Prevention System ■ The doors and the hatch cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, Index and either door or the hatch is open. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 103 Press the master door lock in as shown to lock master lock switch, all of the doors and hatch lock/ or unlock both doors and the hatch. unlock at the same time. To Lock To Unlock Master Door Lock Switch Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 104: Auto Door Lock/Unlock
When you depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever in , the driver’s door automatically unlocks. Manual transmission When you depress the brake pedal and turn the ignition switch to LOCK , the driver’s door automatically unlocks. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 105: The Hatch
Using the Hatch Release Switch Using the Hatch Release Switch Push the release switch on the hatch after the When the driver's door is locked, the hatch will doors are unlocked. lock when it is closed. Release Switch Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 106: Security System
The horn beeps intermittently, and all of the exterior lights flash. To Deactivate the Security Alarm System ■ Unlock the vehicle using the key, or remote transmitter. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, are deactivated. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 107 Do not attempt to alter this system or add another The security alarm system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or device to it. remote transmitter. The security system indicator goes off at the same time. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 108: Opening And Closing The Windows
To open: Push the switch down lightly. To close: Pull the switch up lightly. The driver’s window auto reverse function is Release the switch when the window reaches disabled when you continuously pull up the switch. the desired position. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 109 Opening and Closing the Windows Opening/Closing the Power Windows Opening/Closing the Passenger’s Window ■ To open: Push the switch down. To close: Pull the switch up. Release the switch when the window reaches the desired position. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 110: Operating The Switches Around The Steering Wheel
If the key won't turn from LOCK to ACCESSORY , turn the key while moving the steering wheel left and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the key to turn. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 111: Light Switches
Pull the lever back and release it. Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off tail, and license plate lights because it will cause the battery to discharge. Turns on headlights, parking, Index side marker, tail, and license plate lights Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 112 Light Sensor You can change the AUTO light sensitivity using the multi-information display. Customization Procedure P.90 Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 113: Daytime Running Lights
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition switch will turn off the daytime running lights. The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight switch is turned on. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 114 LO: Low speed wipe windshield, then turn the wipers on. HI: High speed wipe Washer ■ Sprays while you pull the lever toward you. When you release the lever, the wipers make two or three more sweeps before stopping. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 115 Front Wiper Position Rear Wiper Operation INT (Intermittent) Intermittent LO (Low speed wipe) Continuous HI (High speed wipe) Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 116: Brightness Control
The brightness level is shown on the multi- exterior lights are on, and when they are off. information display while you are adjusting it. As the brightness level increases to the right, the instrument panel gets brighter. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 117 Also, do not use the system for a long period when (0°C) or below, they do not automatically the engine is idling. This may weaken the 12 volt switch off. battery, making it difficult to start the engine. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 118: Adjusting The Steering Wheel
After adjusting the position, make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 119: Door Mirrors
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right Selector mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the Switch switch to the center position. Mirror position adjustment switch: Press Adjustment the switch left, right, up, or down to move the Switch mirror. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 120: Adjusting The Seats
Seat-back Angle Adjustment Pull up the lever to Horizontal Position change the angle. Adjustment Driver’s seat is shown. Index Pull up on the bar to move the seat, then release the bar. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 121 If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 122: Head Restraints
Insert the strap onto the band, then hook it to the magnet on the outside edge of Index the seat-back. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Magnet Make sure the head restraint locks in place Home when you reinstall it. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 123: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position. If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 124: Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Each light can be turned on and off by Customized Features P.90 pressing the lenses. When the interior light switch is in the door activated position and either door is open, the front interior light will not go off when you press the lens. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 125: Cargo Area Light
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items Interior Lights Cargo Area Light ■ The light on the rear left side of the cargo area comes on when the hatch is opened. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 126: Glove Box
Turn on the climate control system and airflow into the glove box is shut off. adjust the temperature to cool. Set the mode control Close Lever Open The cool air is diverted through the air vent. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 127: Beverage Holders
Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Beverage Holders ■ NOTICE Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. Hot liquid can scald you. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 128: Accessory Power Socket
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter Open the cover to use it. element. This can overheat the power socket. To prevent 12 volt battery drain, only use the power socket with the engine running. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 129 Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured. cargo area. Loose items can fly forward if you have to brake hard. Index Remove any items from the rear trays. Pull up the release handle on the top of Release Handle the separator. Home Separator 2011 CR-Z...
Page 130: Tonneau Cover
Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll it back until it is completely retracted. Hook ■ To Remove: Push either end of the housing inward, then lift it out of its position. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 131 ■ To Separate the Cargo Area into two: Pull out the tonneau cover from its housing while it is stored on the cargo area floor. Clip the mounting rods in the hooks at both sides of the hatch opening. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 132: Climate Control System
Pressing the button switches the climate Home control system between on and off. The system Fresh Air Mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in selects your last selection. fresh air mode in normal situations. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 133: Defrosting The Windshield And Windows
On manual transmission model To defog during the auto idle stop, restart the engine as follows. Make sure the shift lever is in Index Depress the clutch pedal fully. Press the button. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 134: Automatic Climate Control Sensors
Automatic Climate Control Sensors Automatic Climate Control Sensors The automatic climate control system is Sunlight equipped with a sunlight sensor and an Sensor interior temperature/humidity sensor. Do not cover or spill any liquid on them. Temperature/ Humidity Sensor Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
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Page 136: Features
Playing the AM/FM Radio ....... iPod /USB Flash Memory Device ..... HFL Phonebook ........® Audio Remote Controls ......Playing a CD ........... Cellular Phonebook ........ Home Playing an iPod ........System Setup ......... ® Playing a USB Flash Memory Device ..2011 CR-Z...
Page 137: Audio System
You need to enter an audio security code that comes with your full details. vehicle to reactivate the disabled system. USB Adapter Cable USB Flash iPod Memory Device Models with navigation system Auxiliary Input Jack Index Home Audio Remote Controls Models without navigation system 2011 CR-Z...
Page 138 Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display. Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC formats may be unsupported. If an unsupported file is found, the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED, and then skips to the next file. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 139 If the audio system does not recognize your iPod, try reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To reboot, follow the manufacturer's instructions provided with your iPod or visit www.apple.com/ ipod. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 140: Auxiliary Input Jack
Press either the AM/FM button or the CD/AUX button, or touch the icon to switch the mode. switches to the AUX mode. You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace the audio system. Models with navigation system Cover Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 141 If you enter an incorrect digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do not enter the code correctly after 10 tries, you need to visit a dealer to have the system reset. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 142: Audio Without Navigation System
Rotate to select. Button audio functions. Press to ENTER. VOL/SELECT knob: Turns left and right to select the items. Press to set your selection. button: Press to go back to the previous VOL/SELECT (Volume/Select) Knob display. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 143: Adjusting The Sound
The faster you go, the audio volume increases. As you slow down, the audio volume decreases. BASS (Sound) Button TREBLE FADER BALANCE Subwoofer SUBW Speed-sensitive Volume Compensation Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 144 Index Press to sample the strongest stations on station with a strong signal. the selected band for 10 seconds each. To turn off scan, press the button again. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 145 The display shows up to 31 characters of text data. Press and hold the TITLE button to see additional characters. indicates that the text data continues. The display goes back to the previous screen if you press and hold the button again. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 146 • Press two times to sample the first file in each of the folder. Home main folders (MP3 or WMA). • To turn off repeat, press and hold the button. • To turn off scan, press and hold the button. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 147 The display goes back to the previous screen if you press and hold the button again. If you eject the CD but do not remove it from the slot, the system reloads the CD automatically after several seconds. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 148 Press to set your selection. Index order. RPT (Repeat) Button • To turn off shuffle mode, press and • Press to replay a file continuously. hold the button. Home • To turn off repeat, press the button again. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 149 Some functions may not be available on Rotate to select an item, then press the vehicle’s audio system. If there is a problem, you may see an error message on the audio display. ® iPod Error Messages P.168 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 150 • To turn off repeat, press and hold the button. main folders. • To turn off scan, press and hold the button. Home ® 1: Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this audio unit. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 151 If there is a problem, you may see an error message to select a file, then press Rotate on the audio display. USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages P.168 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 152: Audio With Navigation System
Press the OPEN button. Press any of the audio buttons to display the audio status bar at the bottom of the screen. The screen folds back, and the disc and PC card slots appears. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 153 The system automatically returns to the selected BALANCE audio mode several seconds after you stop adjusting a setting. SUBWOOFER Index Speed-sensitive Volume Bass/Treble Setting Home Compensation To adjust each setting, touch any setting icon such as FR or RR on the fader setting. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 154 Operation with the Joystick ■ Use the joystick to select an icon on the screen Joystick and access some audio functions. Push left, right, up, or down to select an item. Press to set your selection. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 155: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
• Press and hold to search for a station with a strong signal up and down To listen to a stored station, select a band, the selected band. Index then press the preset button. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 156 AUTO SEL scans and stores up to six AM stations and twelve FM stations with a strong signal in the preset buttons. If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons manually. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 157: Playing A Disc
• To turn off scan, press and in MP3 or WMA. or WMA). WMA) in random order. hold the button. • To turn off repeat, press the • To turn off random, press the Home button again. button again. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 158 Folder List. • If the root folder has some additional folders in the lower layer, they will be listed Home on the screen. • To exit the list, press the AUDIO button. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 159: Playing A Pc Card
• Press and hold to replay all random order. skip to the beginning button again. files in the current folder. • To turn off random, press the of the previous folder. • To turn off repeat, press the button again. Home button again. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 160 Folder Mode Folder Mode is shown is shown Touch the play mode icon. Touch either playing menu. “Continue playing the current song” goes into the selected play mode after playing the current file. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 161 Touch the Return icon to go back to the previous screen. In folder mode, touch the folder icon on the upper left to move to the parent folder. Touch the icon to scroll through the list. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 162 Delete icon: Touch to cancel the selected letter. Select a song from the list, then touch an More icon: Touch to show the other character list. icon. Press the CANCEL button to exit the song search mode. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 163: Playing An Ipod
• To turn off repeat, press • Press and hold to play all available albums in a selected Index the button again. list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. • To turn off shuffle mode, press the button again. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 164 To exit the play mode screen, press the AUDIO button. Touch an item on the displayed list. Touch the Return icon to go back to the previous screen. Touch the ▲ or ▼ icon to scroll through the list. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 165 ■ 1. Touch the Track List icon. Touch an item on the displayed list. Touch the Return icon to go back to the previous screen. Touch the ▲ or ▼ icon to scroll through the list. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 166: Playing A Usb Flash Memory Device
• To turn off random, press the skip to the beginning again. • To turn off repeat, press the button again. of the previous folder. button again. Home ® 1: Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this audio unit. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 167 If a song is not in a folder, it automatically goes to a “Root” folder, which is at Index the top of the Folder List. • If the root folder has additional folders in the lower layer, they will be listed on Home the screen. • To exit the list, press the AUDIO button. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 168: Audio Error Messages
If the error message repeats, or the disc cannot be removed, contact your dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player. CHECK DISC Disc error • Check that the disc is not damaged or deformed. Protecting Discs P.171 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 169: Usb Flash Memory Device
Appears when the USB flash memory device is empty or there are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in the USB flash memory device. UNSUPPORTED Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when the supported device is Index connected, reconnect the device. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 170: Audio Remote Controls
: Selects the previous preset radio station. • When listening to a disc, PC Card, USB flash memory device or iPod Press : Skips to the next song. Press : Goes back to the beginning of the current or previous song. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 171: General Information On The Audio System Recommended Discs
Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on which the recordings are closed. recorded under certain conditions, a CD-R or CD- • Play only standard round shaped discs. RW may not play either. The disc packages or jackets should have one of these marks. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 172 Avoid fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens on the disc. Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Sealed With Plastic Ring • Damaged discs • Poor quality discs Chipped/ Warped Burrs Cracked • Small discs 3-inch (8-cm) The following formats may not be compatible with the audio system: Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 173: Recommended Usb Flash Memory Devices
Do not close the screen (move it to the upright position) until the PC card is inserted all the way into its slot or is removed. • We recommend backing up your data before using the device in your vehicle. • Never insert foreign objects into the PC card slot. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 174: Bluetooth ® Handsfreelink
U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. HFL Buttons ■ • Canada: Visit www.honda.ca, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. Voice Control Tips: • Adjust or close the vents and all windows, as noise coming from them may interfere with the microphone.
Page 175 Say “Hands-free help” or “Help” any time to get help or hear a list of trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is commands. under license. Other trademarks and trade names Multi-Information Display ■...
Page 176: Hfl Menus
Transfer a call from HFL to your phone or from your phone to HFL. Index "Mute" Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call. "Send" Send numbers or names during a call. Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 177 Switch the system language between English and French. Index "Tutorial" Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system. Home "Hands-free help" Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command. 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 178: Phone Setup
If there is more than one phone paired to the system, HFL asks you which phone’s name you want to change. To Delete a Paired Phone ■ Say “Phone Setup.” Say “Delete” after the prompts. Follow the HFL prompts. HFL asks you which phone you want to delete. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 179 Say “Set Pairing Code” after the prompts. If you want HFL to create a random code each time you pair a phone, say “Random.” If you want to create your own four-digit code, say “Fixed.” Follow the HFL prompts. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 180: Making A Call
Say “Call” or “Dial.” Say the name stored in the HFL phonebook after the prompts. Follow the HFL prompts. To Redial the Last Number Called by HFL ■ Say “Redial.” To End a Call ■ Press the button. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 181 4. Enter the keyword (the first letter) for either the first or last name to search for a specific name in the phonebook, or touch the List icon to list all entries. Index Home List Icon 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 182 Using a Phone Number (Navigation Screen) ■ 1. Press the INFO button, then select Cellular Phonebook. 2. Select Dial. Enter a phone number. Select CALL to make the call. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 183: Receiving A Call
Press the button if you want to hang up the original and answer the incoming call. Muting a Call ■ To mute or unmute your voice during a call, press and release the button and say “Mute.” Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 184: Hfl Phonebook
■ Say “Phonebook.” Say “Edit” after the prompts. Index Say a name you want to edit. When asked, say the new number for that name. Follow the HFL prompts and say “Enter” to store the entry. Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 185 Follow the HFL prompts, select a number from your cell phone, and send it to HFL. If it is not the number you want to store, say “Discard.” Say the name for that number. Follow the HFL prompts to continue. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 186: Cellular Phonebook
The amount of names and • U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. numbers that can be stored varies by data size. www.honda.ca/, or call (888) • Canada: Visit Press the INFO button, and select Cellular 9-HONDA-9. Phonebook. There are five options.
Page 187 Delete Imported Phonebook, and a list of imported phonebooks Select appears. Select a phonebook you want to delete. If the phonebook is PIN-protected, enter the PIN. Index P.187 After making a selection, the confirmation screen appears. Select Yes, then OK to complete the deletion. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 188 Enter the current PIN. Enter the new PIN. You will have to re-enter it for confirmation. To remove the PIN: Select a phonebook you want to remove the PIN for. Enter the current PIN. Index Select DO NOT USE PIN. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 189: System Setup
To Select a Ring Tone or a Prompt as the Incoming Call Notification ■ Say “System Setup.” Say “Call Notification” after the prompts. Say “Ring Tone” or “Prompt” after the prompts. For no audible notification, say “Off.” Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 190 "Français" and follow the prompt. Follow the HFL prompts. If you have not named your paired phone in the selected language, HFL will ask you to name it in that language. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
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Page 192: Driving
Brake Assist System ........ Accessories ..........Shifting (Automatic Transmission - CVT) . Parking Your Vehicle Modifications ......... Shifting (Manual Transmission) ....When Stopped ........Home 3-Mode Drive System ......Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - Cruise Control ........CVT) ............2011 CR-Z...
Page 193: Before Driving Driving Preparation
Maximum Load Limit P.194 • Do not pile items higher than the seat height. Index They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden braking. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 194 Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the vehicle, and go off soon after. Always have a dealer check the vehicle if any of the indicators indicate a problem. Indicators P.68 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 195: Maximum Load Limit
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. Index (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 196 (68 kg x 1 = 68 kg) (113 kg) Example 2 Max Load Passenger Weight Cargo Weight 400 lbs 150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs 100 lbs Index (181 kg) (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) (45 kg) Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 197: Towing A Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information. Emergency Towing P.308 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 198: When Driving
Check that the shift lever is in . Then depress the brake pedal with your right foot, and the clutch pedal with your left foot. The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to start the engine. Index Brake Pedal Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 199: Starting To Drive
Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that the brake system indicator has gone off. Parking Brake P.219 Put the shift lever in . Select when reversing. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull away. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 200 Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to when facing uphill, or when facing downhill, then release the brake pedal. ® Hill start assist will still operate even when VSA switched off. The brakes remain engaged briefly as you release the brake pedal. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 201: Other Precautions
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this when the brakes are replaced. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 202: Automatic Transmission (Cvt)
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed. Kickdown ■ Depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 203: Shifting (Automatic Transmission - Cvt)
Drive Used for: Normal driving Temporarily driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode (when driving in ECON or NORMAL mode) Driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode (when driving in SPORT mode) Driving in L mode Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 204 Depress the brake pedal and Press the shift lever release button is held down. press the shift lever release release button and Depress the brake pedal first. button to shift. shift. Index Shift without pressing the shift lever release button. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 205 7-speed manual shift mode is canceled and goes back to the normal D driving mode. a stop, it automatically shifts down into first. If the vehicle speed increases and the engine speed reaches near the tachometer’s red zone, the transmission automatically shifts up. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 206 Slightly accelerate to shift up and decelerate to Downshifting when pulling Upshifting when pulling shift down while the indicator is blinking. the (–) paddle shifter the + paddle shifter (Changes to a lower speed (Changes to a higher speed number) number) Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 207 Pull both + and – paddle shifters at the same time. Index To cancel this mode, pull and hold both paddle shifters again, or press any of the three driving mode buttons. The indicator goes off. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 208 Home Because of heat, the shift lever may be extremely hot. If the outside temperature is low, the shift lever feels cold. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 209 The indicators do not come on in the SPORT change gears when a shift indicator illuminates. mode. This can result in a change in fuel economy. Road and traffic conditions may require you to shift at times other than those indicated. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 210 ACCESSORY or LOCK Depress the clutch pedal and shift into Keep depressing the clutch pedal and start the engine. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer if you have to go through this procedure repeatedly. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 211: 3-Mode Drive System
While in the ECON mode, the climate control system has greater temperature fluctuations. Select a driving mode and press the button. SPORT Mode Button NORMAL Mode Button ECON Mode Button Index The selected driving mode indicator comes on. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 212: Cruise Control
When not using cruise control, turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE button. Manual transmission While the cruise control system is activated, the shift up or down indicator does not work. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 213 When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h) The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off. • When the CRUISE button is turned off CANCEL Button CANCEL Button Home At vehicle speeds of 22 mph (35 km/h) or less, cruise control is canceled automatically. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 214 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • If you keep it pressed, vehicle speed decreases until you release it. This speed is then set. DECEL/SET Button Press and release The vehicle speed is set when the Index button is released. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 215: Vsa
® System ® The main function of the VSA system is generally Indicator known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The system also includes a traction control function. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 216 In this case, you cannot turn the system off by pressing the button. You may hear a motor sound coming from the engine compartment while system checks are being performed immediately after starting the engine or Index while driving. This is normal. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 217: Tpms (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Tire pressure checked and inflated in: • Warm weather can become under-inflated in colder weather. • Cool weather can become over-inflated in warmer weather. The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will not come on as a result of over inflation. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 218: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) - Required Federal Explanation
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even Home if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 219 TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 220: Braking
Lower the lever down all the way, then wheel chock to stop the wheels from turning. release the button. Manual transmission model Put the shift lever in , then place a block or other wheel chock to stop the wheels from turning. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 221: Foot Brake
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad life. It will also confuse drivers behind you. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 222: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops. You may hear a motor sound coming from the engine compartment while system checks are being performed immediately after starting the engine or while driving. This is normal. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 223: Brake Assist System
■ Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking. When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and an operating noise may be heard. This is normal. Keep holding the brake pedal firmly down. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 224: Parking Your Vehicle
The following can damage the transmission: • Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously. • Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by depressing the accelerator pedal. • Moving the shift lever into before the vehicle stops completely. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 225: Auto Idle Stop (Automatic Transmission - Cvt)
If the driver’s door is opened while the indicator is blinking, a buzzer sounds to notify you that the auto idle stop function is in operation. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 226 The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between the set temperature and the actual interior temperature. (Except when in ECON mode). • When humidity in the interior is high. • The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 227 • The climate control system is being used to dehumidify the interior. • The pressure on the brake pedal is repeatedly applied and released slightly. • (windshield defogger) button is pressed. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 228: Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
Increases • in the ECON mode compared to operation. normal or sport mode with climate control in use. Decreases • if you operate the wipers and climate control simultaneously. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 229 The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between the set temperature and the actual interior temperature. (Except when in ECON mode). • When humidity in the interior is high. • The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 230 When the climate control system is in use and moisture builds up inside the vehicle. • When the climate control system is in use and the difference between the set temperature and the actual temperature inside the vehicle Index becomes significant. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 231: Parking
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected. Depress the brake pedal firmly with the shift lever in Apply the parking brake while holding the brake pedal down. Move the shift lever to Turn off the engine. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 232: Refueling
Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. For more information, visit www.hondacars.com, www.honda.ca for Canadian customers. For details about the factors affecting fuel economy ratings, see www.fueleconomy.gov (www.vehicles.gc.ca Index for Canada).
Page 233: How To Refuel
Handle fuel only outdoors. 4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear • Wipe up spills immediately. a release of air, wait until this stops, then turn the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 234 Do not continue to add fuel after the nozzle has Shut the fuel fill door by hand. automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed the full tank capacity. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 235: Fuel Economy
• Maintain the specified tire pressure. • Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo. • Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and increases wind resistance. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 236: Accessories And Modifications
If possible, have a dealer inspect the final installation. modifications. Modifications Use Honda Genuine accessories to ensure proper Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Honda components that can affect its operation on your vehicle. handling, stability, and reliability. Contact your dealer when purchasing and installing Overall vehicle performance can be affected.
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Page 238: Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance ... Cleaning ........... Oil Check ..........Checking Tires ........Home Adding Engine Oil ........Tire and Loading Information Label ..Interior Care ........... Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..Tire Labeling ........... Exterior Care .......... 2011 CR-Z...
Page 239: Before Performing Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs P.258 • Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P.266 Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 240 Index • Be aware that moving parts can injure you. Do not start the engine unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs Home away from moving parts. • Do not touch the IMA battery and wirings (orange). 2011 CR-Z...
Page 241 Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Honda vehicles.
Page 242 40 to 31 Oil Life 30 to 21 20 to 16 15 to 11 10 to 6 5 to 1 (Information) Buttons Index The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the maintenance minder message. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 243 The maintenance items must passed its service life, and a be inspected and serviced negative distance appears after immediately. driving over 10 miles (US models) or 10 km (Canadian models). Press the button to switch to another display. Canada Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 244: Maintenance Minder
(24,000 km). • Replace engine coolant ® (including ABS/VSA #: See information on maintenance and emissions • Inspect all fluid levels and warranty. Index condition of fluids • Inspect exhaust system • Inspect fuel lines and connections Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 245: Resetting The Display
SEL/RESET button. The service code will disappear and the engine oil life display will return to Index 100 %. To cancel the oil life reset mode, select “CANCEL”, then press the SEL/RESET button. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 246: Maintenance Under The Hood
Brake Fluid Engine Oil Fill Cap (Black cap) Manual Transmission model: Clutch Fluid (Light Gray cap) Washer Fluid (Blue cap) Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange handle) Radiator Cap Engine Coolant Automatic Transmission (CVT) Reservoir Fluid Dipstick (Yellow loop) Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 247 When closing, remove the support rod, and stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the Index hood. Remove your hand at a height of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the Clamp Home Support Rod hood close. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 248 American Petroleum transmission performance and durability. Institute’s latest requirements. • Genuine Honda Motor Oil • Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the container. Use a commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown below.
Page 249 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its Dipstick hole. 4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. Upper Mark Lower Mark Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 250 Wait for several minutes and recheck the NOTICE engine oil dipstick. Do not fill the engine oil above the upper limit mark. Overfilling the engine oil may result in engine Engine damage. Oil Fill Cap Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 251 Cover Bolt 4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from Drain Bolt the bottom of the engine, and drain the oil into a suitable container. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the remaining oil. Washer Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 252 Stop the engine, wait for a few minutes, and then check the oil level on the engine oil dipstick. If necessary, add more engine oil. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 253: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major brand non-silicate coolant This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any more as a temporary replacement.
Page 254 MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve tank. Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 255: Transmission Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ■ Specified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid) Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature. 1. Park on level ground, and start the engine. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then turn off the engine.
Page 256: Manual Transmission Fluid
Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid ■ If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API certificated SAE 10 W-30 or 10 W-40 viscosity Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) motor oil as a temporary measure.
Page 257: Brake/Clutch Fluid
MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible. NOTICE Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive damage.
Page 258: Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Level Gauge Models with washer level sensor* If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the multi-information display. Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 259: Replacing Light Bulbs
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice assembly and turn it to the right. accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle Insert the coupler into the connector of the inspected by a dealer. bulb. Coupler Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 260 Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove. Coupler Insert a new bulb into the headlight assembly and turn it to the right. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 261 Remove the clip and screws, and pull the Screw When removing the clip, insert a flat-tip inner fender back. screwdriver, and lift and remove the central pin. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 262 Insert a new bulb into the light assembly and turn it to the right. Insert the coupler into the connector of the Push until the bulb. pin is flat. Coupler Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 263 1. Turn the socket to the left and remove it, then remove the old bulb. Insert a new bulb. Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs Door mirrors have side turn signal lights. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light bulbs. Index Home...
Page 264: Light Bulbs
1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat- tip screwdriver to remove the cover. Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches. Cover 2. Remove the bolts. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 265: Brake/Taillights
Insert a new bulb. 6. Reinstall the light assembly by sliding it on Guide to the guide on the body. Brake/Taillight Bulbs Brake/rear taillight bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light bulbs. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 266: Brake Light
Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches. 2. Remove the old bulb. Insert a new bulb. High-Mount Brake Light Bulbs High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer Index inspect and replace the light bulbs. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 267: Checking And Maintaining Wiper Blades
When replacing a wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield. 2. Push the lock tab up. Slide the blade from the wiper arm. Lock Tab Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 268 The tab on the blade should fit in the indent of the wiper blade. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm, then push down the lock tab. Index Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then the driver side. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 269: Changing The Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
4. Remove the retainer from wiper blade and mount it to a new rubber blade. Slide the wiper blade onto the holder. Make sure it is engaged correctly, then install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 270: Checking Tires
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord. Index • Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. • Uneven tread wear. Have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Home • Excessive tread wear. Wear Indicators P.274 2011 CR-Z...
Page 271: Tire And Loading Information Label
86: Load index (a numerical code Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same associated with the maximum load the size. tire can carry). Home V: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating). 2011 CR-Z...
Page 272 Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure recommended by the manufacturer. Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – Means the projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 273: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
(1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and Index climate. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 274 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 275: Wear Indicators
It is also recommended that all tires, including the spare, be removed from service after 10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 276: Tire And Wheel Replacement
Always use the size and type of tires U.S. models only If you replace a wheel, only use TPMS specified wheels approved for your vehicle. recommended in this owner’s manual. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 277: Tire Rotation
Rotate the tires as shown here. Directional tires should be mounted with the rotation indication mark facing forward, as shown below. Front Front Direction Mark Tires with Rotation Marks ■ Rotate the tires as shown here. Front Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 278: Winter Tires
Install them on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire improperly installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop clearance, Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below: driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle. Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1030 •...
Page 279: 12 Volt Battery
IMA battery level gauge reading may show less Home than the actual level the next time you turn the ignition switch to ON . It will show the correct level after you drive for about 30 minutes. 2011 CR-Z...
Page 280: Remote Transmitter Care
Replacement batteries are commercially available or at a dealer. Screw 2. Open the keypad. Keypad Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratching the transmitter. Make sure to replace the battery with the Battery correct polarity. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 281: Climate Control System Maintenance
Please We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your contact a dealer for replacement. vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 282: Cleaning
After using chemicals, make sure to gently wipe them off using a dry cloth. Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts or textiles for long periods of time without washing. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 283: Floor Mats
Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with a 90% water and 10% neutral wool detergent solution. Then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately. Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 284: Exterior Care
Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body. • Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to enter the vehicle interior. Do not spray water into the engine compartment. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 285 Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 286: Handling The Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator Index Overheating Comes On ..........How to Handle Overheating ....If the EPS Indicator Comes On ....If the IMA Indicator Comes On ....Home If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ........ 2011 CR-Z...
Page 287: Tools Types Of Tools
Tools Types of Tools Types of Tools Using a Jack P.290 Wheel Nut Wrench/ Jack Jack Handle Detachable Towing Hook Jack Handle Bar Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 288: If A Tire Goes Flat
Remove the flat front tire and replace it will the full size tire that was removed from the rear. Mount the tire chains on the front tire. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 289 2. Remove the cover from the spare tire. Cover Spare Tire 3. Take the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the tool case. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 290 The tire to be replaced. 6. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs to be replaced. 7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 291 Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack. Extension • Do not put anything on top of or underneath and the jack handle, until the tire is off the the jack. ground. Index Wheel Nut Home Wrench as Jack Handle 2011 CR-Z...
Page 292 5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to three times in Index this order. Wheel nut torque: 80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m) Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 293 SYSTEM” appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal. the valve stem. If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the multi-information display and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after a few miles (kilometers). Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 294: Engine Does Not Start
There should be enough fuel in the tank. P.14 Fuel Gauge Check the fuse. Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer. Inspecting and Changing Fuses P.304 Index If the problem continues: Emergency Towing P.308 Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 295: Jump Starting
If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its rpm slightly. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns over slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 296 Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery terminal. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the assisting vehicle’s battery terminal. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 297: Shift Lever Does Not Move
While pushing on the key, press the shift lever release button and place the shift lever into The lock is now released. Have the shift Shift Lock lever checked by a dealer as soon as Release possible. Slot Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 298: Overheating How To Handle Overheating
Keep the engine running and open the hood. Continuing to drive with the high temperature Steam coming out: Turn off the engine and wait until steam goes away. indicator on may damage the engine. Then, open the hood. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 299 Last Thing to Do ■ • Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature indicator. If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a Index dealer for repairs. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 300: Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If The Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator. The light goes out: Start driving again. The light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and contact a dealer for repairs immediately. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 301: If The Charging System Indicator Comes On
P. 224 The indicator goes off when the battery is being charged normally. This indicator may blink after starting when the outside temperature is below -20°F (-30°C). It will stop blinking after the IMA battery warms up. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 302: If The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On Or Blinks
When the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On ■ Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak Index of gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described above. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 303: If The Brake System Indicator Comes On
Once the system cools down, EPS is restored. Repeated operation under these If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle conditions can eventually result in a damage to the inspected by a dealer. system. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 304: If The Ima Indicator Comes On
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact spare tire has triggered the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full Index size tire. The indicator goes off after a while. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 305: Fuses
Replacement of engine compartment fuses should be done by a dealer. Circuit Protected and Amps for Each ■ Fuse Circuit Protected Amps Battery 100 A 70 A Horn, Stop, Hazard 20 A Index Fuse Box Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 306: Back-Up Lights
7.5 A *2: Automatic transmission (CVT) ABS/VSA 7.5 A Hazard 10 A ® *3: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights Home 10 A Stop/Horn 10 A *4: Vehicle with discharge headlights continued 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 307 30 A Left Headlight High* 10 A Left Headlight Low (HID)* 15 A Door Lock Motor 2 7.5 A (UNLOCK) Right Headlight High 10 A 15 A Index IMA 2 15 A Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 308: Inspecting And Changing Fuses
P.304 to P.306. Fuse Puller interior. There is a fuse puller on the interior fuse box. If there is a burned out fuse, remove it with the fuse puller and replace it with a new one. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 309: Emergency Towing
The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift from side to side or break. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 310: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
Do not slip the clutch for a long time to get unstuck. This may overheat and damage the transmission. 3. Screw the towing hook into the hole, and Wheel Nut Wrench tighten it securely with the wheel nut wrench. Towing Hook Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 311: When You Cannot Open The Hatch
Wrap a flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches. 2. Push the release lever until the hatch unlocks. Push the hatch up to open. Unlock (Open) Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 312: Information
Testing of Readiness Codes ....Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..Authorized Manuals ....... Engine Number and Transmission Customer Service Information ....Warranty Coverages ....... Number ..........Devices that Emit Radio Waves ..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......... Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 313 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g) Front Lubricant Type SP-10 Rear 3.4W Vanity Mirror Lights* Glove Box Light 1.4W Courtesy Lights 2CP (3.8W) *1: Vehicle with discharge headlights *2: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights Index Home 2011 CR-Z Not available on all models...
Page 314 Specifications Brake/Clutch Fluid Engine Oil Tire ■ ■ ■ Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid Genuine Size P195/55R16 86V Specified API Premium grade DOT 3 Recommended Honda Regular Pressure 0W-20 30 (210 [2.1]) Motor Oil psi (kPa[kgf/cm Transmission Fluid ■ Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 ℓ)
Page 315: Identification Numbers
See the image below for the locations of your vehicle’s engine number and transmission number. Vehicle Identification Number IMA Motor Number Engine Number Manual Transmission Certification Label/Vehicle Number Identification Number Automatic Transmission (CVT) Index Number Vehicle Identification Number Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 316: Devices That Emit Radio Waves
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation Index is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 317: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);...
Page 318: Emissions Testing
Keep the vehicle in (automatic transmission) or (manual transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds. Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 319 Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 320: Authorized Manuals
2011 Honda CR-Z Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61SZT30 2011 Honda CR-Z Body Repair Manual 31SZT600 2011 Honda CR-Z Owner’s Manual 31SZT800 2011 Honda CR-Z Navigation System Owner’s Manual 31SZTM00 2011 Honda CR-Z Honda Service History 31SZTQ00 2011 Honda CR-Z Technology Reference Guide Index...
Page 321: Customer Service Information
P.314 dealership’s service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the • Date of purchase decision made by the dealership’s management, contact Honda Customer Service. • Odometer reading of your vehicle • Your name, address, and telephone number •...
Page 322: Warranty Coverages
Accessory Limited Warranty – Honda accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Page 323 Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2011 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Page 324: Index
Replacing Index ................................Side Airbag Off Indicator USB Flash Memory Devices Battery Charge in Progress (CHRG) ..............Side Curtain Airbag Audio with Navigation System Indicator ..............................Home Audio without Navigation System ....continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 325 Detachable Towing Hook ..................Dust and Pollen Filter Dimming ..........Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode Headlights ....................Index Sensors Dipstick (Engine Oil) .......................... Using Automatic Climate Control Directional Signals (Turn Signals) ....Changing Door Mirrors ........................... Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 326 Exhaust Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ECO Guide 9,86 Recommendation ............................. Exterior Mirrors ECO Mode Button 7,210 Refueling ....................................ECO Mode Indicator Exterior Care (Cleaning) 7,210 .................. ECO Score Index 9,85 ..............Elapsed Time ..............Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 327 HFL (HandsFreeLink) 21,232 Cellular Phonebook Option ............................Fuses High Beam Indicator Change Language ......................................Inspecting and Changing Honda IMA System 10,12 Help Features ............................... Locations Information Display ........................Making a Call ............. Menus ................
Page 328 Interior ....................Seat Belt Reminder Light Switches ........................ Security System Lights On Indicator ........................ Shift Up/Down Turn Signals ..........................Side Airbag Off 54,74 ............. Sport Mode ..............Supplemental Restraint System ......Index Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 329 ............... Safety ................Schedule ............... Service Items ............... Tires ................. Transmission Fluid ............ Under the Hood ............Malfunction Indicator Lamp 69,301 ..... Manual Transmission ..........Map Lights ..............Maximum Load Limit ..........Meters, Gauges ............. Index Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 330 223,230 ........................................Parking Brake Gasoline 231,312 Pregnant Women ....................................Parking Brake and Brake System Low Fuel Indicator Reminder ..........................Indicator 68,302 Warning Indicator 35,70 ........................ Seats ..................Index Adjusting ..............Home continued 2011 CR-Z...
Page 331 3-Mode Drive System 7,210 ...................................... Spare Tire 287,313 Manual Mode Buttons 7,210 ........................................Spark Plugs Time (Setting) Number ..........................................Index 7-Speed Manual Shift Mode 20,204,205 ... Shift Position Indicator 20,203 ......... Home 2011 CR-Z...
Page 332 .......... Unlocking the Doors Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ............... Windows (Opening and Closing) ....Window Washers ............Adding/Refilling Fluid ..........Switch ................Index Home 00X31-SZT-6000 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2011 CR-Z...

Honda 2011 CR-Z Owner's Manual

Online Reference Owner's Manual

Visual Index

For Safe Driving

Child Safety

Indicators

Security System

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel

Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items

Climate Control System

Features

Audio System

Audio with Navigation System

General Information on the Audio System Recommended Discs

Bluetooth ® Handsfreelink

Driving

Before Driving Driving Preparation

Towing a Trailer

When Driving

Refueling

Accessories and Modifications

Maintenance

Before Performing Maintenance

Maintenance Minder

Maintenance under the Hood

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades

12 Volt Battery

Volt Battery

Remote Transmitter Care

Climate Control System Maintenance

Cleaning

Handling the Unexpected

Tools Types of Tools

If a Tire Goes Flat

Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine

Engine Does Not Start

Jump Starting

Home

Overheating How to Handle Overheating

Indicator, Coming On/Blinking if the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes on

Fuses

Emergency Towing

When You Cannot Open the Hatch

Devices that Emit Radio Waves

Emissions Testing

Customer Service Information

Quick Links

Chapters

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