Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1497 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,4 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Honda |
| Ignition system Type | PGM-FI |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Honda |
| Fuel system Type | PGM-FI |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
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Firing order
The firing order for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) are 0,15-0,19 mm inlet and 0,26-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,15-0,19 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,26-0,30 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) takes 3.6 litres of engine oil with the filter.
The preferred engine oil is SAE 0W-20 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SM/A5.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 0W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SM/A5.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SM/A5.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.4 litres. The manual gearbox capacity for dry fill is 1.6 litres.
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 4.9 litres.
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Preferred engine oil | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A5 |
| Engine oil options | |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A5 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.6 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Honda MTF |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.4 |
| Manual transmission (dry fill) litres | 1.6 |
| Coolant Type | Honda type 2 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 4.9 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
| Clutch fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 19 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc thickness variation Rear | 0,015 mm |
| Disc runout Front | 0,04 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,04 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,6 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1,6 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 5-7 |
Service & electrical
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10±2/750 Not adjustable |
|---|---|
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 750±50 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,1 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2250-2750 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,2 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,8 Min |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,4/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,93-1,22 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | DK20PR-D13 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | DIFR6A13G |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) are tightened in 3 stages: 15 Nm, then 29 Nm, then a final 130°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 15 Nm |
| Tighten | 29 Nm |
| Tighten | 130° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Sump drain bolt | 39 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 44 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 25 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | — |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 56 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 15 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 1)12 Nm 2)24 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 18 Nm |
| Oil filter | 12 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 181 Nm |
| Rear hub | 181 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 39 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 54 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 23 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 23 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 55 Nm |
| Road wheels | 108 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 475±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | SP10 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 165±5 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA?
The firing order for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA take?
The Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) takes 3.6 litres of engine oil with the filter. The preferred engine oil is SAE 0W-20 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SM/A5. A listed engine oil option is SAE 0W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SM/A5. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SM/A5.
What are the valve clearances for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA?
Valve clearances for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) are 0,15-0,19 mm inlet and 0,26-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA?
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) are tightened in 3 stages: 15 Nm, then 29 Nm, then a final 130°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA?
Brake discs on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 Hybrid IMA (2010–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.