HONDA 2013 CR-Z - Technology Reference Guide - Manual (Page 7)

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3-MODE DRIVE SYSTEM
Select one of three different modes of driving styles.
Driving Modes
Normal Mode
• Achieves the best balance
of driving performance
and fuel economy.
• This is the default mode
at engine start.
• Ambient meter changes
from blue to green.
Sport Mode
• Enhanced steering,
handling, and
performance response.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Ambient meter turns red.
Econ Mode
• Fuel economy is
prioritized over engine
response and climate
control.
• Ambient meter
changes from blue to
green.
When a mode is
selected, a message
briefly appears on the
MID and the mode
indicator turns on.
PLUS SPORT SYSTEM
Helps the vehicle briefly accelerate by increasing power and electric motor assist
when you depress the gas pedal. Works in any driving mode.
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How It Works
When the vehicle speed is over 20 mph and the IMA battery charge level shows at
least four segments, the Plus Sport System indicator appears. The system is now
ready for activation.
Activating the System
1. When the Plus Sport System
indicator is on, press the S+ button.
2. S+ begins to blink. Depress the gas
pedal to activate the system.
3. S+ blinks, READY disappears, and the
ambient meter turns red when the
system is in operation.
4. To cancel the system during
operation, release the gas pedal or
press the S+ button again.
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