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Here's a thought: I have a 2016 with only about 35k miles. I have an OBDLink and it shows that my battery, when the car says it's totally full, shows about 75% full. When the car says it's totally empty, it's actually 40% full.

If you can get your hands on one of these, you can use your phone app to connect to it via blue tooth, and take note of how the battery varies.

OBD2 scanners are good to have anyway.

Good luck!

AggAuto Universal 40"x13" Car Grill Mesh - Aluminum Alloy Automotive Grille Insert Bumper Rhombic Hole 6x12mm, One of the Most Multifunctional Shape Grids Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PBM1C2F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_Q5J9W79KBRRER442YXG8

I would strongly recommend reading the code. If you can get to an auto parts place, like Autozone, they will read the code(s) for free. Plenty of places sell readers for $20, and you can even order a Bluetooth OBDII reader that works will a smart phone for $13 (here is the one I have currently: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PJPHEBO -- I also recommend Torque Pro on Android, for an extra $5, but I think the free Torque Lite app works for reading codes as well).

Knowing the code will help troubleshooting, where saying the check engine and VSA lights are on just means that there is some sort of a problem. Might be something major, or might be something fairly simple to fix, but hard to know without the code (or more details on what was happening before/when the lights came on, what the car did right when the lights came on, how soon after a "hard reset" the lights come back on, etc, and even all that will still potentially be less useful than knowing the diag code).

Lip kit is BaysonR rep.

https://baysonr.com/products/mu-gen-style-full-lip-kit-abs-fits-11-12-cr-z-2dr?rq=yr_2011~mk_honda~md_cr-z

Wing is IKON Motorsports rep.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B4Z8JHM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_GFV1FEZYP3VW015VR9EJ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Grille is legit OEM. Got is used from a member off the forums.

Vent ones not good as you cannot re-direct if you have heat on. The phone will get hot. This one does not wobble or fall off in tight turns.

Mountek nGroove Snap+ HeavyDuty Magnetic CD Slot Car Mount

I once had something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/BK01-Bluetooth-Hands-Free-Wireless-Streaming/dp/B01MSUWCZ0

It plugged into USB power and into the AUX port on my car, and worked pretty well. The placement of the "puck" part matters, since it is where the microphone is, but otherwise can be set up however you like.

Note that I did not have this specific adapter. I decided to install a Bluetooth head unit (with Apple Car Play and Android Auto) a few years ago. I got the additional piece of equipment that allowed me to keep the steering wheel controls. Even though the small adapter worked well enough, I really enjoy all the additional features and usability of the full modern radio.

1) No, just the latch button on the gate/hatch itself. In addition, just clicking the open button will not actually swing the trunk open. It requires (a small amount of) force to open it, similar to how pulling the door handle does not swing the door open.

2) As others have said, it is one of the displays in the info console at the bottom right of the instrument cluster. It will display the average MPG for either Trip A or Trip B (which ever is displayed at the moment -- if it is displaying the odometer instead of the trip meter, it will display the Trip A MPG). You can set the car up to automatically reset Trip A when you get a tank of gas, and leave Trip B to just run (and never reset) to be able to flip between your MPG for current tank and average over a long period. (If you are buying the car, hopefully the seller did not reset Trip B, and you can get a sense of what kind of MPG they were getting!)

3) The display does not show engine temperature, apart from having a (blue) low-temp light turn off when the engine coolant gets above 50C/125F and a (red) high temp light comes on when overtemp (not sure the exact temperature, but probably over 110C/212F).

For #3, if you are interested, I strongly recommend getting a Bluetooth OBDII reader (I do not have a recommendation, but this one works for me) and Torque Pro (well worth the $5, but check out Lite if you just want a quick look) if you have an Android phone/tablet. (Not sure what the comparable product is for iOS.) It is a great way to check all the things your OBDII can show you, and has a bunch of different ways to display the info (it can graph engine temperature over time for example).

I just bought these and put them in my 2011. You just un-bolt them from the plastic housing they come in and bolt them in the factory housing. Super easy.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0076PK5PC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.eiKFbD1XXMP5

As far as I'm aware the wiring setup for these are usually designed to sit between the bulb and the rest of the harness. For the case of the main taillights that will likely cause issues and as a result most of the blink kits are configured for the center brake light.

That being said in most cases the LED boards are just for the sake of wiring it all up for even lighting so it should be possible to configure stock lights with a blink kit.

Something like this should work, but you'd have to buy two and configure them both with the same settings.

Personally I'd just mod the center light for something like this, but that might end up being trickier in the case of the CR-Z due to the center light being overall pretty thin. Not sure how much space is available in there for a box like that.

2pcs 32mm (1.25") 5x114.3... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KYFWEQ8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Not sure if this works, I've never shared a link on Reddit before lol.

But these are the exact ones I bought

To try and extend the life of the handles, get some sprayable white lithium grease and get it inside the handle lever. Work it gently. I applied to my handles in the early morning, not in direct sun. I spoke with a longtime Honda salesperson who sold a lot of CR-Zs and has heard all about the handle problem. He told me to put in the grease—and he was right on. I bought Dupont’s product off Amazon. Link: DuPont Teflon White Lithium... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GKTZIW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Switchback LED

Deer are a big problem around here too (Sherbrooke,Qc) the towing guy told me it was the third or fourth deer-caused accident in the same 10km segment of the highway in like a month or so..

Might I suggest deer whistles? I don't actually know how effective this can be but I've had a pair on my motorcycle since I have it (~6years) and never saw a deer while riding. I never bordered to put some on my car but I can guarantee the next one will have some!

> Resistors are the only fix

You splice in turn signal resistors. These are what I used. One resistor goes with each bulb you change. I used this tape to mount them as I didn't want to drill holes.

Microfiber towel like the ones the come with glass cleaning kits. Like these, MagicFiber Microfiber Cleaning Cloths, 6 PACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0050R67U0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2AZ63PDV2XWW9F71AXWQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Not the ones they sell in automotive cleaning sections at stores.

I went with this for about $60 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072TXBBJG/

Took out the lens housing as I did not need anything else included in this kit. Swapped it into my CR-Z fog light housing and that was it, fixed for cheap.

I bought these fog lights to replace my cracked fog light. You have to remove the light housings from the bracket and use your original bracket. AUTOSAVER88 Fog Lights Compatible with 2009 2010 2011 Civic Sedan 09-11 Fog Light Replacement ,with 12V 55W H11 Bulbs ,Wiring Harness and Switch Yellow Lens https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072TVY5HB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_09G2MZKGP2SY731SM0M6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I heard the usb port doesn't work well with phones for music..

There's still a couple options for you tho (listed from least expensive to most, approximately) :

• putting music on a USB key instead of your phone (not always super convenient but works well)

• USB Bluetooth receiver/AUX Bluetooth (basically becomes the Bluetooth you connect to to listen to music) I have this one (AUX Bluetooth receiver) and no problem with it, works really well!

• Buying a lightning to AUX adapter

• Changing the whole head unit and get one with media Bluetooth connection

I bought this like 6 months ago. Holds up nice and can withstand pressure washing. It’s nice having a fuck ton extra just in case.

I've been using this in my crz for years with no problems. even in hot weather and stiff ride it holds up well and is super easy use. quality def worth the price

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https://www.amazon.com/Holder-Release-Installation-Compatible-iPhone13/dp/B09KZG2341/ref=sr\_1\_4?crid=1Y8OIDZE0JESD&keywords=cd+phone+holder&qid=1649559210&sprefix=cd+phone+holde%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-4

I got one that bolts onto the passenger seat's front bracket.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004M8ST3Q

I do not regularly have passengers, but even if someone does ride with me, it is not much in their way. It is nice since it does not attach to the windshield or dash, it does not take up a cupholder, and it puts the phone within easy reach when getting into/out of my car. They do sell a longer one that is good for larger vehicles as well.

I bought mine five or six years ago, and it is still as sturdy as ever. The foam padding is a little worn, but it would be trivial to replace it. I even have my charger/Android Auto cable velcro'd to the arm, which always keeps it where I can grab it and plug in quickly.

I have a MagSafe iPhone and I use this product. I love it.

Quarble Magnetic Dashboard Car... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TBHBMHN?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I have it placed on the chrome-ish lip thing under stereo and above the cup holders. It’s to the far right to not impede with anything.

I use the one in the link below, which fits in the cup holder. I hate it when a phone holder is on the windscreen or dashboard, so this is the perfect solution for me. It doesn’t obstruct the view ot hinder the use of buttons.

www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Holder-Adjustable-Automobile-Samsung/dp/B07V5SBP7N

iJDMTOY No Drill Front Bumper Tow Hook License Plate Mounting Bracket Adapter Kit Compatible With 2011-2016 Honda CR-Z, 2010-2014 Gen2 Honda FIT, Insight https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DX9JZMC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_F5YZF5GT46FXYRV7QG2K

No drilling required. Pop out the little plastic circle in the front and you will see a big threaded hole. I suggest blowing out the hole to clear any dirt and debris, then spray it with some sort of spray lube like PB blaster/ wd40 something along those lines. Will make threading the mount into the tow hook spot a lot easier.

And pull your plate off before you go thru a car wash or your plate will get bent.

My 2011 CR-Z came with the D4S HID bulbs, and I eventually swapped to LED because it was slightly brighter. Not sure how different the 2013 HID bulbs are compared to the 2011, but I still suspect you will need the D4R/D4S LED headlight bulbs conversion Kit.

This is the one I bought, and the conversion kits should look something like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TC5SXGM/

I swapped mine for LED bulbs I found on Amazon. They included the conversion wiring adapter?? They were only like $40 but by far the best $40 I ever spent. I couldn’t see shit with the originals and once I switched to LEDs it’s been amazing! Also, CR-Z sits so low to the ground that I don’t worry about the LEDs blinding the drivers around me. Definitely recommend it!

They were these: Fahren H11/H9/H8 LED Headlight Bulbs, 60W 12000 Lumens Super Bright LED Headlights Conversion Kit 6500K Cool White IP68 Waterproof, Pack of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NPMV1H5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_82HVBC366KTFH3KGE0MB

I use this one but you could get one with less amperage if you feel like you wont ever need to charge it faster. https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GENIUS10-Fully-Automatic-Temperature-Compensation/dp/B07W3QT226/ref=sr\_1\_7?crid=2JV63I5DGMCYM&keywords=trickle+charger&qid=1647367649&sprefix=trickle+charger%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-7

2Pcs Car Door logo Projector Light HD LED Courtesy Ghost Shadow Welcome Light Laser Emblem Puddle Lamp Compatible with CR-Z https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G6KF3XP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_1MWPABZ5R6G26KG3S2RW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JQ9125Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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They will eventually break if you put too much leverage at that point. Have to hold it by the base of the key and twist. Blame Honda for the bad design. Good luck.

I used this shell and had my local Honda dealer cut it for $15. Swapped the guts from a spare key into it and it works just fine. Only downside is it's a little big so I'm using a factory key right now. It's still cool to use sometimes because of the flip.

I've used Meguairs restoration kit in the past on Prius headlights, and that worked great. I imagine it'd work for a crz too. This one specifically:

MEGUIAR'S G2960 Basic Headlight Restoration Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M35VXJ8/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_6QA3WKRN4NFQW5VWVKK2

With this:

Meguiar's G17804 Keep Clear Headlight Coating, 1 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M4RVVX6/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_13NW12K1KGX6EK2RCZK6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072TXBBJG/?th=1

This is the kit I used to replace the broken lens. All you need is the lens with its housing from this kit, everything else that comes with this kit you won't need so you can sell the spare parts from it if you want.

This carrier is specially designed for CR-Z.→https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B072R2QRCH/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_GT4YTVJSY5MHNW7G73K4

I'm reinforcing it with this.→https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B000AR4PIG/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_C558E5TDA1MN770Z7H33

Thanks so much! And which cargo brackets did u use, this one? https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Carmate-Carrier-Square-Smooth-INSUT/dp/B01EZYE4YY/ref=pd_aw_fbt_img_2/355-9092580-2235269?pd_rd_w=fkvzd&pf_rd_p=69011d12-0df8-4db9-ad3e-e2edf27dd518&pf_rd_r=050DTDTVZ0HW8DFDQCFQ&pd_rd_r=694b841e-a2ee-417f-...

If you want bluetooth audio get something like this. You can still use the built in bluetooth, your phone just need to be able to connect to 2 bluetooth devices at the same time.

>Interior map/dome LED lights-
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>https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083ZL9RB4

Do the dome LEDs fade in/out like the incandescent bulbs do, or do they just turn on/off? It is a small thing, but I know some of the LED lamps were not dimmable, and so the fade did not happen.

I went with this from Amazon, cheap and no hassle. Its very bright and looks like LEDS but not. DMEX D4S - 35W - 6000K Xenon Headlight HID Bulbs 42402 66440 42402XV Replacement - Pack of 2

I purchased a different model that's not on amazon anymore, but here's something similar -

https://www.amazon.com/Dashcam-Recorder-Recording-Parking-Assistance/dp/B08M64TC3N/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=torguard&qid=1628791479&sr=8-11

FYI, you can get this on Amazon sometimes: https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Honda-71850-SZT-G01ZC-Garnish-Assembly/dp/B00LJ1WBII/

You can also buy part number 71850-SZT-G01ZC from various other OEM parts retailers online. Like someone else said, will probably cost you close to $300.

I use the TopGo cup holder phone mount and I am very pleased with it. The position of the mount is what I like most, since I don’t want any mounts on the windshield or dashboard.

Link: https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Holder-Adjustable-Automobile-Samsung/dp/B07V5SBP7N

You can order a JIS driver on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Vessel-Megadora-900-Screwdriver-Original/dp/B000TG8OTY/

Make sure you order one in the right size.

Sure, these were the bulbs I got.

RCP brand, 6000k, $37 Canadian for the pair. Sure beats paying $75+ for a single Philips or Sylvania one.

I bought one that goes in the cup holder. It’s perfect for me, because it’s not directly in my view when driving. My phone (iPhone X) fits perfectly. Here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Holder-Adjustable-Automobile-Samsung/dp/B07V5SBP7N/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=top+go+phone+holder&qid=1603584069&sprefix=top+go&sr=8-4

By the way, if you buy this one, I recommend placing it in the cup holder furthest from you. So the right one for me, since my car is left-hand drive. This way you can see it the best, at least for me this is the best option.

Yup. This. Equivalent to a $2000 scan tool that can read all the modules. Or something like this.

I thought you could use this harness? https://www.amazon.com/Metra-70-1730-Harness-Amplified-Version/dp/B002UM9HF0

I'm not 100% sure, I was just going by this thread https://www.crzforum.com/threads/2011-headunit-replacement.91907/

To piggyback of your thread; when installing is it simply a matter of plugging together all the harnesses you've bought or what? Because I've seen some threads about people needing to switch around connections in the harnesses and I don't know the first thing about that.

I haven't even got my cr-z, will be picking one up on Friday hopefully :)

It's out-of-stock on Amazon, but here's the link . There is one tan in-stock though.

I've become a fan of the 3D MAXpider mats, front and back.

Here's the one I have for the CR-Z cargo space, with subwoofer:

https://www.amazon.com/3D-MAXpider-Cargo-Custom-All-Weather/dp/B00CH8R1QO