Mode drive system, Eco assist, Activating the econ mode – HONDA 2011 CR-Z - Technology Reference Guide User Manual

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Activating the ECON Mode

Helps you further maximize your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions.

1. Press the

ECON

mode button.

2.The

ECON

mode indicator

comes on.

3. Check the MID.

4. Press either INFO ( / )

button and toggle to the Eco

Guide Feedback Monitor.

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3-MODE DRIVE SYSTEM

Select one of three different modes of driving styles.

ECO ASSIST

TM

Monitors your driving style, then provides real-time feedback you can use to develop a

style that maximizes fuel economy. It is always on and consists of the ECO Guide (on

the MID), Ambient Meter, ECON Mode button, and ECON indicator.

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.

Once a mode is

selected, a message

briefly appears on the

MID, and the mode

indicator remains on.

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