Honda HR-V (2019 year). Instruction

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Honda Sensing®

Radar Sensor

Driving

Radar Sensor

The radar sensor is in the front grille.

Radar Sensor

Avoid strong impacts to the radar sensor cover.

For the CMBS

to work properly:

•

Always keep the radar sensor cover clean.

•

Never use chemical solvents or polishing powder
for cleaning the sensor cover. Clean it with water
or a mild detergent.

•

Do not put a sticker on the radar sensor cover or
replace the radar sensor cover.

If you need the radar sensor to be repaired, or
removed, or the radar sensor cover is strongly
impacted, turn off the system by using the CMBS OFF
button and take your vehicle to a dealer.

2 CMBS

On and Off P. 460

If the vehicle is involved in any of the following
situations, the radar sensor may not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer:

•

Your vehicle is involved in a frontal collision.

•

Your vehicle drives through deep water or is
submerged in deep water.

•

Your vehicle strongly strikes a bump, curb, chock,
or embankment that could jar the radar sensor.

Radar
Sensor

The radar sensor is in
the front grille.

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Driving

Braking

Brake System

Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.

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To apply

The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch

is in.

Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely.

The electric parking brake indicator
comes on.

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To release

The ignition switch must be ON

(

in order

to release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.

The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.

Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing downhill on steep hills.

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

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Parking Brake

Parking Brake

You may hear the electric parking brake system
operating from the rear wheel area when you apply
or release the parking brake. This is normal.

The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system operation when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.

You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.

2 Jump Starting P. 588

If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the VSA system until the
vehicle comes to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be
released.

In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.

•

When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.

•

When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped and the brake hold system
is applied.

•

When the engine is turned off while the brake hold
system is applied.

•

When there is a problem with the brake hold
system.

Electric Parking
Brake Switch

Braking

Brake System

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Driving

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To release automatically

Use the accelerator pedal to release the brake when you are starting the vehicle
facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.

Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
When on a hill, it may require more
accelerator input to release.

The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.

Parking Brake

If the parking brake cannot be released
automatically, release it manually.

When the vehicle is traveling uphill, the accelerator
pedal may need to be pressed farther to
automatically release the electric parking brake.

The parking brake cannot be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:

•

Malfunction indicator lamp

•

Transmission indicator

The parking brake may not be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:

•

Electric parking brake system indicator

•

VSA® system indicator

•

ABS indicator

•

Supplemental restraint system indicator

The parking brake is applied while the vehicle is
moving with the electric parking brake switch being
pulled.

Accelerator Pedal

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Braking

Brake System

Driving

You can release the parking brake automatically when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The engine is running.
• The transmission is not in

(

P or

(

Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power assist
helps to reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The brake assist system
increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an
emergency situation. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering
control when braking very hard.

2 Brake Assist System P. 503
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 502

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Foot Brake

Foot Brake

Check the brakes after driving through deep water,
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
pedal several times.

If you hear a continuous metallic friction sound when
applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear
indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates
that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If you hear only an
occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply
the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by
high frequency vibration of the brake pads against
the rotating brake disc.

Constantly using the brake pedal while going down a
long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake
effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your
foot off the accelerator pedal and downshifting to a
lower speed position.

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.

Braking

Brake System

500

Driving

Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.

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Automatic Brake Hold

Automatic Brake Hold

WARNING

Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.

If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.

Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.

WARNING

Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.

If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.

Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in

(

and applying the parking

brake.

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Turning on the system

Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.

●

The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on.

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Activating the system

Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop. The shift lever must
be in other than

(

P or

(

●

The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.

●

Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on.

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Canceling the system

Depress the accelerator
pedal while the shift
lever is in other than

(

N. The system is

canceled and the vehicle
starts to move.

●

The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
releases the brake
automatically.

Accelerator Pedal

Brake Pedal

Automatic Brake
Hold Button

Goes

Off

Comes
On

U.S.

Canada

501

Braking

Brake System

Driving

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The system automatically cancels when:

• You engage the parking brake.
• You depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever to

(

P or

(

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The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:

• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
• There is a problem with automatic brake hold system.

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Turning off the automatic brake hold system

While the system is on, press the automatic
brake hold button again.

The automatic brake hold system
indicator goes off.

If you want to turn off automatic brake hold
while the system is in operation, press the
automatic brake hold button with the brake
pedal depressed.

Automatic Brake Hold

While the system is activated, you can turn off the
engine or park the vehicle through the same
procedure as you normally do.

2 When Stopped P. 504

Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,
the automatic brake hold turns off once the engine is
off.

Turning on the system

Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold
system before using an automated car wash.

You may hear an operating noise if the vehicle moves
while the automatic brake hold system is in
operation. The system generates sound while holding
the vehicle and it moves.

Automatic Brake
Hold Button

Goes

Off

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Braking

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Driving

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.

The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also
balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.

You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as
“stomp and steer.”

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ABS operation

The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Keep holding the
pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very
hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately
if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

ABS may activate when you depress the brake pedal when driving on:
• Wet or snow covered roads.
• Roads paved with stone.
• Roads with uneven surfaces, such as potholes, cracks, manholes, etc.

When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.

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ABS

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

NOTICE

The ABS may not function correctly if you use a tire of
the wrong size or type.

If the ABS indicator comes on while driving, there
may be a problem with the system.
While normal braking will not be affected, there is a
possibility that the ABS will not be operating. Have
your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

The ABS is not designed for the purpose of reducing
the time or distance it takes for a vehicle to stop: It is
designed to limit brake lockup which can lead to
skidding and loss of steering control.

In the following cases, your vehicle may need more
distance to stop than a vehicle without the ABS:

•

You are driving on rough or uneven road surfaces,
such as gravel or snow.

•

The tires are equipped with snow chains.

The following may be observed with the ABS system:

•

Motor sounds coming from the engine
compartment when the brakes are applied, or
when system checks are being performed after the
engine has been started and while the vehicle
accelerates.

•

Brake pedal and/or the vehicle body vibration when
ABS activates.

These vibrations and sounds are normal to ABS
systems and are no cause for concern.

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Braking

Brake Assist System

Driving

Brake Assist System

Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when you depress
the brake pedal hard during emergency braking.

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Brake assist system operation

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.

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Driving

Parking Your Vehicle

When Stopped

1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, pull up the electric parking brake switch slowly,

but fully.

3. Move the shift lever from

(

D to

(

4. Turn off the engine.

The electric parking brake indicator goes off in about 15 seconds.

Always confirm the electric parking brake is set, in particular if you are parked on an
incline.

Parking Your Vehicle

Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.

When Stopped

NOTICE

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

(

P before the vehicle

stops completely.

In extremely cold temperatures, the parking brake
may freeze up if applied. If such temperatures are
expected, do not apply the parking brake but, if
parking on a slope, either turn the front wheels so
they will contact the curb if the vehicle rolls down the
slope or block the wheels to keep the vehicle from
moving. If you do not take either precaution, the
vehicle may roll unexpectedly, leading to a crash.

WARNING

The vehicle can roll away if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.

A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in serious injury or death.

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that

(

is shown

on the shift position indicator.

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Driving

Multi-View Rear Camera

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

The audio/information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view.
The display automatically changes to a rear view when the transmission is put into

(

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Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see
the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath
the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects
appear closer or farther than they actually are.

Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing
up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and
high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do
not rely on the rearview display which does not give
you all information about conditions at the back of
your vehicle.

If the camera lens is covered with dirt or moisture,
use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free
of debris.

You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic
Guideline settings.

2 Customized Features P. 348

Fixed Guideline
On: Guidelines appear when you put the
transmission into

(

Off: Guidelines do not appear.
Dynamic Guideline
On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel
direction.
Off: Guidelines do not move.

Models with display audio system

Guidelines

Bumper

Wide View Mode

Normal View Mode

Top Down View Mode

Camera

Approx. 20 inches (50 cm)

Approx. 39 inches (1 m)

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Multi-View Rear Camera

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

Driving

You can view three different camera modes on the rearview display.

Press the LIST/SELECT (selector) knob to switch the mode.

Touch the appropriate icon to switch the mode.

: Wide view mode
: Normal view mode
: Top down view mode

• If the last used viewing mode was Wide or Normal, the same mode is selected the

next time you put the transmission into

(

• If Top down view was last used before you turned off the engine, Wide View

mode is selected next time you turn the ignition switch to ON

(

and put the

transmission into

(

• If Top down view was last used more than 10 seconds after you put the

transmission from

(

R, Wide View mode is selected the next time you put the

transmission into

(

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

Models with color audio system

Models with display audio system

All models

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Driving

Refueling

Fuel Information

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Fuel recommendation

Use of lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.

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Top tier detergent gasoline

Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.

Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.

For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.

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Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 L)

Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher

Fuel Information

NOTICE

We recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.

Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.

Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try
another service station or switch to another brand of
gasoline.

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Refueling

How to Refuel

Driving

How to Refuel

1. Stop your vehicle with the service station

pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.

2. Turn off the engine.
3. Pull on the fuel fill door release handle

under the driver’s side lower outside corner
of the dashboard.

The fuel fill door opens.

4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a

release of air, wait until this stops, then turn
the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.

5. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
6. Insert the fuel filler nozzle fully.

When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will
click off automatically. This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.

7. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap,

tightening it until you hear it click at least
once.

Shut the fuel fill door by hand.

How to Refuel

The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.

If the filler nozzle keeps turning off when the tank is
not full, there may be a problem with the pump’s fuel
vapor recovery system. Try filling at another pump. If
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.

Do not continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.

WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.

• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,

and flame away.

• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.

Fuel Fill Door
Release Handle

Pull

Cap

Holder

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Driving

Fuel Economy and CO

Emissions

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO

Emissions

Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO

emissions is dependent on several

factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.

You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
information display.
• Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended.

2 Recommended Engine Oil P. 525

• 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.

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Maintenance and Fuel Economy

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO

Emissions

Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.

In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/

Miles driven

Gallons of

fuel

Miles per

Gallon

100

Liter

Kilometers

L per 100 km

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