Honda HR-V (2019 year). Instruction - part 36

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Battery

Checking the Battery

The condition of the battery is monitored by a sensor located on the negative
terminal of the battery. If there is a problem with this sensor, the information
display

/multi-information display

will display a warning message. If this happens,

have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.

2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 226

• The clock resets.

2 Clock P. 132

Battery

WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.

When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.

WARNING

The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.

A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.

When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear protective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.

* Not available on all models

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Battery

Charging the Battery

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Charging the Battery

Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.

Battery

When you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.

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Remote Transmitter Care

Replacing the Button Battery

If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.

1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-

head screwdriver.

2. Open the remote transmitter.

Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.

3. Remove the button battery with the small

flat-tip screwdriver.

4. Make sure to replace the battery with the

correct polarity.

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Keys with Remote Transmitter

Replacing the Button Battery

NOTICE

An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always confirm local regulations for
battery disposal.

Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.

WARNING

CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.

Screw

Battery type: CR1620

Battery

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Remote Transmitter Care

Replacing the Button Battery

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1. Remove the built-in key.

2. Remove the upper half of the cover by

carefully prying on the edge with a coin.

Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.

Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the smart entry remote.

3. Make sure to replace the battery with the

correct polarity.

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Smart Entry Remote

Battery type: CR2032

Battery

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Heating and Cooling System

/Climate Control System

Maintenance

Air Conditioning

To ensure proper and safe operation, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE
J2845) recommends that the refrigerant system only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.

Never repair or replace the air conditioning evaporator (cooling coil) with one
removed from a used or salvaged vehicle.

New replacement mobile air conditioning evaporators must be certified (and
labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.

Dust and Pollen Filter

The heating and cooling system

/climate control system

is equipped with a dust

and pollen filter that collects pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The
Maintenance Minder

messages will let you know when to replace the filter.

We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.

Heating and Cooling System

/Climate Control System

Maintenance

NOTICE

Vented refrigerant is harmful to the environment.
To avoid refrigerant from venting, never replace the
evaporator with one removed from a used or
salvaged vehicle.

Refrigerant in your vehicle’s air conditioning system is
flammable and can be ignited during servicing if
proper procedures are not followed.

The air conditioner label is found under the hood:

2 Safety Labels P. 78
2 Specifications P. 608

Canadian models

: Caution

: Flammable Refrigerant

: Requires Registered
Technician to Service

: Air Conditioning
System

Dust and Pollen Filter

If the airflow from the heating and cooling system

climate control system

deteriorates noticeably, and

the windows fog up easily, the filter may need to be
replaced. Please contact a dealer for replacement.

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Cleaning

Interior Care

Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.

Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the loop of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.

Wipe using a glass cleaner.

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Cleaning Seat Belts

Interior Care

Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle. Electrical
devices and systems may malfunction if liquids are
splashed on them.

Do not use silicone based sprays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or
cause a fire inside the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.

Depending on their composition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-based parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.

After using chemicals, make sure to gently wipe them
away using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.

Loop

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Cleaning the Window

Cleaning the Window

Wires are mounted to the inside of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direction as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.

Be careful not to spill fluids, such as water or glass
cleaner, on or around the cover of both the front
sensor camera

and the rainfall/light sensor

* Not available on all models

Cleaning

Interior Care

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The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor
anchors, which keep the mat from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.

Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mats.

To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with a solution comprised of 90%

water and 10% neutral soap.

3. Wipe away any soap residue with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allow leather to air dry in the shade.

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Floor Mats

Floor Mats

If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific vehicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.

Lock

Unlock

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Maintaining Genuine Leather

Maintaining Genuine Leather

It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust can cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, please note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discoloration or stains.

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Exterior Care

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Exterior Care

Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.

Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.

• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers

• 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 high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,

use low pressure water and a mild detergent.

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Washing the Vehicle

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Using an Automated Car Wash

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Using High Pressure Cleaners

Washing the Vehicle

Do not spray water into the air intake vents.
It can cause a malfunction.

Air Intake Vents

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Cleaning

Exterior Care

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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.

If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.

Wipe using a glass cleaner.

Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do not use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.

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Applying Wax

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Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts

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Cleaning the Window

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Maintaining Aluminum Wheels

Applying Wax

NOTICE

Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plastic on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.

Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts

Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.

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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake lights etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of water accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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Fogged Exterior Light Lenses

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Accessories and Modifications

Accessories

When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and

delay your reaction to driving conditions.

• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or

backs of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.

• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with

proper operation of your vehicle.

2 Fuses P. 598

• Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for

assistance. If possible, have a dealer inspect the final installation.

Accessories and Modifications

Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to
ensure proper operation on your vehicle.

WARNING

Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

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Modifications

Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Honda parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.

Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations.

The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Honda has approved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.

Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.

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