2018 Honda HR-V Owners Manual - Malfunction

Brake system

• Brake fluid is low.
• The brake system has a problem.

Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.

Low oil pressure

Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check the oil level, and add oil if necessary (see "Engine Oil"). If the indicator does not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.

Charging system

The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.

Smart Entry system*

There is a problem with the smart entry system.

Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)

• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is loose or missing.
• (Blinks) A misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait for the engine to cool down.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S. models only)

There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehicle is fitted with the compact spare tire.

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* (Canadian models only)

There is a problem with the FCW system.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*(Canadian models only)

There is a problem with the LDW system.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

There is a problem with the VSA system or hill start assist system.

Brake system

There is a problem with the automatic brake hold system.

Electric parking brake system

There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. Avoid using the parking brake. Have your vehicle inspected immediately.

Electric Power Steering (EPS)

There is a problem with the EPS system. Stop in a safe place, and restart the vehicle.

Starter system*

There is a problem with the starter system.

All Wheel Drive (AWD)*

There is a problem with the AWD system. If the indicator blinks, the system is overheated and inactive. Stop in a safe place, and idle until the indicator goes off.

High temperature

The engine coolant temperature is high. Drive slowly to prevent overheating. If the indicator remains on, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place (see "Overheating").

Low temperature

The engine coolant temperature is low. If the indicator remains on for more than 10 minutes (2-8 minutes is normal), there may be a problem with temperature sensors.