Honda CR-Z Service & Repair Manual 2011–2016

Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Honda CR-Z, 2011 to 2016. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Honda published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, SOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 10 recalls, 88 owner complaints and 106 technical service bulletins are logged for the CR-Z. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your CR-Z year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2016 $49.99— 1.5L I4 EX-L Hatchback 2-Door · LX Hatchback 2-Door · EX Hatchback 2-Door · Premium Hatchback 2-Door select
2015 $49.992 1.5L I4 EX Hatchback 2-Door · Premium Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door details →
2014 $49.991 1.5L I4 EX Hatchback 2-Door · Premium Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door details →
2013 $49.992 1.5L I4 EX Hatchback 2-Door · Premium Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door details →
2012 $29.992 1.5L I4 EX Hatchback 2-Door · Premium Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door details →
2011 $29.993 1.5L I4 EX Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2016 CR-Z manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 129
  • General Information 1,552
  • Accessories & Equipment 933
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 127
  • Body & Frame 206
  • Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 145
  • Brakes 200
  • Maintenance 73
  • Drivelines & Axles 18
  • Restraints 198
  • Electrical 412
  • Steering 158
  • Engine Mechanical 212
  • Suspension 129
  • Engine Performance 735
  • Transmission 72
  • Front 181
  • Rear 64

04 / Other yearsOther CR-Z years

2016 Honda CR-Z · $49.99 select →

Engines: 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, SOHC. Trims: EX-L Hatchback 2-Door · LX Hatchback 2-Door · EX Hatchback 2-Door · Premium Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2016 CR-Z. 1 complaints · 19 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore CR-Z manual$29.99–$49.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the CR-Z manual

Which CR-Z years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2011 to 2016 — 6 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Honda CR-Z manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Honda published for the CR-Z, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include CR-Z wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every CR-Z manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover CR-Z recalls?

10 recalls are on federal record across the 2011–2016 CR-Z, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Honda dealers.

Why do some CR-Z years cost more?

Pricing follows the manual: 2011–2012 at $29.99, 2013–2016 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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