Honda HR-V: Tools

Types of Tools

2WD models

The tools are stored in the cargo area.

AWD models

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or replaced.

1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.

Continuously variable transmission models

2. Move the shift lever to (P).

Manual transmission models

2. Move the shift lever to (R).

All models

3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0)*1.

Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.

Mount the tire chains on the front tire.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire

1. Open the cargo area floor lid.

2. Take the tool case out of the cargo area.

2WD models

Take the wheel nut wrench, jack handle bar and jack out of the tool case.

AWD models

Take the wheel nut wrench and jack handle bar out of the tool case.

All models

3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.

AWD models

4. Turn the jack's end bracket anti-clockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.

All models

5. Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.

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.

■How to Set Up the Jack

1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed.

2. Turn the end bracket as shown in the image until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point.

• Make sure that the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.

WARNING

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.

Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.

The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:

• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is firm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.

■Replacing the Flat Tire

1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.

2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel with a clean cloth.

3. Mount the compact spare tire.

4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the lips around the mounting holes, then stop rotating.

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 this order.

Wheel nut torque:

80 lbf-ft (108 N-m, 11 kgf-m)

Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra torque using your foot or a pipe.

2WD models

■Storing the Flat Tire

1. Remove the center cap.

2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well.

3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.

4. Securely store the wheel nut wrench, jack handle bar and jack back in the tool case.

Store the case in the cargo area under the cargo floor lid.

WARNING

Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.

AWD models

■Storing the Flat Tire

1. Put the flat tire in the storage bag provided with your vehicle.

• The storage bag is in the tool case.

2. Knot the top of the storage bag.

3. Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place.

4. Securely put the wheel nut wrench and jack handle bar back in the tool case.

5. Bore through the bag, and pass the holding belt through the hole of the bag and the wheel of the flat tire as shown.

6. Place the flat tire in the cargo area, and thread the belt through the rear anchor as shown.

7. Pass the belt through the ring, and tighten the belt to secure the flat tire in place.

WARNING

Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.

U.S. models

■TPMS and the Spare Tire

If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on, but this is normal.

Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.

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