Honda HR-V: Starting the Engine (Models with smart entry system)
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
- The electric parking brake indicator comes on for 15 seconds when you pull up to electric parking brake switch.
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Continuously variable transmission models
2. Check that the shift lever is in (P), then depress the brake pedal.
- Although it is possible to start the vehicle in (N), it is safer to start it in (P).
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Manual transmission models
2. Check that the shift lever is in (N). 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.
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Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold, an engine block heater will improve starting and warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently below -22ºF (-30ºC) are expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to a higher concentration to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded device is used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button without depressing the accelerator pedal.
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Bring the smart entry remote close to the ENGINE START/STOP button if the battery in the smart entry remote is weak.
The engine may not start if the smart entry remote is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds before trying again.
■Stopping the Engine
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
Continuously variable transmission models
1. Shift to (P).
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Manual transmission models
- If the shift lever is in (N), press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
- If the shift lever is in any gear other than (N), depress the clutch pedal, then press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
■Starting to Drive
Continuously variable transmission models
1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, put the shift lever in (D). Select (R) when reversing.
2. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal.
- Make sure the electric parking brake indicator goes off.
You can also release the parking brake by pressing the electric parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.
When facing downhill, you can start your vehicle more smoothly by manually releasing it with the electric parking brake switch than by releasing it with the accelerator pedal.
■ Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Manual transmission models
Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to one of the forward gears when facing uphill, or (R) when facing downhill, then release the brake pedal.
Continuously variable transmission models
Move the shift lever to (D) or (S) when facing uphill, or (R) when facing downhill, then release the brake pedal.
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking brake.
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Precautions While Driving
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types
of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
Take corners at slo
Shifting (Continuously variable transmission models
without paddle shifters)
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.
■ Shift lever positions
Park
Used when parking or starting the
engine
Reverse
Used when reversing
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
Shifting (Continuously variable transmission models
with paddle shifters)
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.
■ Shift lever positions
Park
Used when parking or starting the
engine
Reverse
Used when reversing
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, then wait for at least 10 seconds or
more.
Turn the
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
The high temperature indicator (red) comes 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 accessor
