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HONDA CR-Z
ZF1 / 2013-2014 / Coupe / Hatchback Coupe
Japan, North America, Europe, selected global marketsGlobal (Japan, North America, Europe, others)Coverage: expanded
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2013 HONDA CR-Z LEA1/LEA2 (ZF1)
ZF1 / LEA1, LEA2 / 1.5L SOHC i-VTEC hybrid with integrated electric motor, combined power delivery
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Oil type: SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20, API SN or higherOil capacity: Approximately 3.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change)Related: ZF1 chassis code, LEA1 engine code (US/Japan), LEA2 engine code (Europe)
2014 HONDA CR-Z LEA1 (ZF1)
ZF1 / LEA1 / 1.5L SOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine combined with Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system
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Oil type: SAE 0W-20 API SN or later synthetic oilOil capacity: Approximately 3.3 liters (service fill with filter change)Related: ZF1 chassis, LEA1 engine code
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | technical-profile | LEA1, LEA2 | 1496 cc | PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) |
| 2014 | technical-profile | LEA1 | 1496 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LEA1, LEA2 | SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20, API SN or higher | Approximately 3.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change) | Honda CVT fluid or equivalent recommended |
| 2014 | LEA1 | SAE 0W-20 API SN or later synthetic oil | Approximately 3.3 liters (service fill with filter change) | Honda HCF-2 ATF for CVT |
Technical specifications
- Engines: LEA1, LEA2
- Transmissions: 6-speed manual available in some markets, Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Sport mode in other markets, Honda CVT fluid or equivalent recommended, 6-speed manual (available in some markets), CVT with 7-speed paddle shifters (market dependent), Honda HCF-2 ATF for CVT
- Tire sizes: 195/55R16, 215/45R17 (sports trim), 195/55R16 (typical)
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20, API SN or higher / SAE 0W-20 API SN or later synthetic oil
- Transmission fluid: Honda CVT fluid or equivalent recommended / Honda HCF-2 ATF for CVT
- Coolant: Approximately 5.1 liters (engine and hybrid system combined, varies by market) / Approx. 5.7 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known problems
- Hybrid battery degradation over time
- Starter motor issues in early models
- Hybrid battery capacity degradation after 100,000+ km
- Clutch wear on manual variants