Honda Vezel - Part 3

[Andre1288]

I'm thinking about wiring the park light to act like DRLs. .. that way when i start the vehicle, the park lights in front will come on and be on. 

 

Will this affect the hybird battery? I know that the Air con system pulls power from the hybrid battery... What about the lights?

[irshan6399]

Does anyone knows what this means? Tried the google translate app but not very clear.

Picture taken from my Honda Vezel. Every time I drive in traffic congested areas (happens mostly during the day), suddenly the air con stops working (blows warm air) and engine knocks, gear shifting delay and then this (above attached photo) comes up on the display. Once this loads fully everything gets back to normal, but I haven't seen any other warning lights come on. Anyone had similar experience or does anyone know what this means? 

[Yishun]

 

Does anyone knows what this means? Tried the google translate app but not very clear.

Picture taken from my Honda Vezel. Every time I drive in traffic congested areas (happens mostly during the day), suddenly the air con stops working (blows warm air) and engine knocks, gear shifting delay and then this (above attached photo) comes up on the display. Once this loads fully everything gets back to normal, but I haven't seen any other warning lights come on. Anyone had similar experience or does anyone know what this means? 

 

 

 

Google translate: Hybrid battery charge is low. Vehicle performance is limited until the battery capacity recovers.

 

 

Is your hybrid battery in good condition?

[jach66]

With the assumption that there are no PHV HRVs, the resale value of the HRV should be higher, since you can never be sure that the Vezel was not a high mileage PHV car..

Should be la, moreover, w/o ves, scrap value is oso higher

[jach66]

 

For your reading pleasure

 

12 ways to zhng your Vezel without breaking the bank

http://www.sgcarmart.com/news/events_features.php?AID=3360

 

 

We haven't seen an invasion like this since the Allies stormed Normandy back in 1944. No, we're not talking about war here, we're talking about the ubiquitous Honda Vezel.

 

These popular crossovers present themselves at every junction and every turn, making it practically impossible to get through two traffic lights without crossing paths with one of them. Plus, with private-hire services like Uber and Grab offering affordable rental schemes, drivers are now able to 'own' a Vezel at a much lower premium.

 

This leads to a problem for Vezel owners. How do you stand out in a sea of lookalikes? Fret not, here's a list of 12 affordable items you can pick up to zhng your Vezel and enhance your driving experience.

 

 

Scuff plates keep the interior of your door sills in mint condition

1. Scuff plates with LED illumination ($180)

 

Clumsy passengers in high heels constantly scuffing up your door sills will now be a thing of the past, thanks to Premier Auto Pte Ltd's scuff plates.

 

These scuff plates not only keep the interior of your door sills in mint condition by protecting them from dings and dents, they also add a touch of elegance to your sweet-looking ride. Bright blue LED lights built into the scuff plates illuminate the flanges of your Vezel's side body panels for a more aesthetically-pleasing cabin.

 

Premier Auto Pte Ltd is offering a set of four scuff plates at $180, which includes installation. Check out Premier Auto's Honda Vezel scuff plates.

 

Premier Auto Pte Ltd

Address: 1 Bukit Batok Crescent #03-26 WCEGA Plaza Singapore (658064)

Contact number: +65 6316 9033

 

 

A boot tray allows you to store items like wet umbrellas and muddy boots

2. Boot tray ($55)

 

Storing junk in the trunk couldn't be any easier with SgGarage's Honda Vezel boot tray. Mud, grease, sand and other nasty stuff are a pain in the neck to get rid of, especially when they come into contact with a car's interior.

 

A boot tray allows you to store items like wet umbrellas and muddy boots, keeping foreign particles off the floor of your boot and making the cleaning process a breeze.

 

It can also be conveniently removed and washed, which is a whole lot easier than working your fingers to the bone trying to remove grease from your boot.

 

SgGarage

Address: 11 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #01-119 North Spring Bizhub Singapore (768089)

Contact number: +65 9785 6612

Website: www.SgGarage.com

 

 

A rear bumper protector protects your boot trim from getting banged up

3. Stainless steel rear bumper protector

 

Are you constantly loading and unloading heavy equipment? Do you have to be extra cautious when storing heavy items in your boot?

 

Panel beating and bodywork can be expensive and time consuming, that's why we've got just the thing for you.

 

Tri King's rear bumper protector runs the length of the Vezel's rear bumper and is machined from stainless steel, which ensures a durable scuff plate that is able to withstand prolonged abuse. It also adds a rugged off-roader look to your Vezel.

 

Tri King Car Accessories

Address: 81 Ubi Avenue 4 #01-16 UB.One Singapore (408830)

Contact number: +65 9115 2563/+65 6604 6616

Website: www.trikingcaraccessories.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TriKingCarAccessories

 

 

Door visors come in handy for times when you have to crack a window on a rainy day

4. Door visor ($75)

 

Rain drops are fallin' on my head, they keep fallin'. Clearly, B.J. Thomas had no idea what door visors do. These unassuming pieces of moulded plastic keep rain water out while you have the windows slightly open. They come in handy for times when you have to crack a window if you're feeling cold on a rainy day, or if you just need some fresh air.

 

SgGarage is selling a set of door visors for $75, which come with corresponding clips. These durable door visors are designed to withstand the rigours of driving and exposure to the elements, and are estimated to last for more than a decade. Find out more about SgGarage's door visor.

 

SgGarage

Address: 11 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #01-119 North Spring Bizhub Singapore (768089)

Contact number: +65 9785 6612

Website: www.SgGarage.com

 

 

Side steps provide an additional platform for passengers

5. Side step ($380)

 

Getting into an SUV can be challenging at times, especially for the kids and their grandparents, due to a higher ground clearance and larger wheels. The solution? Get a side step for your Vezel.

 

Side steps are helpful for pint-sized individuals or occupants who are unable to muster up enough strength to take that big step.

 

Besides providing an additional platform for passengers to board a higher-riding vehicle, a side step also protects car doors and side panels from stones and dirt kicked up by the tyres.

 

Premier Auto Pte Ltd

Address: 1 Bukit Batok Crescent #03-26 WCEGA Plaza Singapore (658064)

Contact number: +65 6316 9033

 

 

The Steelmate TP-S3E features four anti-theft external sensors with an adjustable alert pressure value range

6. Steelmate TP-S3E External Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

 

It's common for many drivers to overlook the job of regularly inflating their car tyres since tyres tend to be 'out of sight, out of mind'.

 

However, properly inflated tyres are safer, give a more comfortable ride and reduce fuel consumption. Couple that with the fact that Honda Vezels do not come with spare tyres, and you have a ticking time bomb waiting to blow.

 

A quick and easy solution is the Steelmate TP-S3E External Tyre Pressure Monitoring System by ZMC Automotive. It features four anti-theft external sensors with an adjustable alert pressure value range, a flexible display for easy mounting and interchangeable pressure units (bar/PSI). Check out the Steelmate TP-S3E from ZMC Automotive.

 

ZMC Automotive

Address: 50 Serangoon North Avenue 4 #01-22 First Centre Singapore (555856)

Contact number: +65 6555 3560

 

 

A USB hub can help with cable management and charge more smart devices

7. USB port ($40-$100)

 

Running out of USB ports in your car? Too many of your passengers trying to leech off your car's power? Getting a USB hub can help with cable management while offering a convenient way of charging more smart devices.

 

SgGarage is offering a USB hub, with a choice of three ports, for the Honda Vezel. The first port connects to Pioneer head units.

 

The second comprises of two USB ports, which can be used to charge smart devices. And the third features a volt meter, which monitors the health of the car's battery and alternator. Purchase one USB port for $40, two for $70 and three for $100.

 

SgGarage

Address: 11 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #01-119 North Spring Bizhub Singapore (768089)

Contact number: +65 9785 6612

Website: www.SgGarage.com

 

 

The Thinkware F770 is available as a plug-and-play, and as a hardwired version

8. Thinkware F770 in-car camera ($160-$488)

 

An extra pair of eyes can be instrumental when an unfortunate accident occurs. This is why we recommend the Thinkware F770 in-car camera.

 

The F770 incorporates new features such as Super Night Vision - a night image correction feature - and Time Lapse, which drastically extends its recording hours while the vehicle is parked overnight.

 

The F770 features a 1080p full HD front-facing camera and an optional 1080p full HD rear facing camera. It is available as a plug and play, and a hardwired version.

 

Find out more about the Thinkware F770 from ZMC Automotive.

 

ZMC Automotive

Address: 50 Serangoon North Avenue 4 #01-22 First Centre Singapore (555856)

Contact number: +65 6555 3560

 

 

The StandartPlast is best suited for areas, which experience maximal vibrations

9. StandartPlast Silver Soundproofing ($45)

 

Road and wind noise are commonplace in less premium cars like the Honda Vezel and can get tiresome. Not to worry, that can be easily fixed with some soundproofing material.

 

StandartPlast Silver Soundproofing is made from a flexible multi-layered vibration damping material with a butyl rubber-based polymer layer and an aluminium foil outer surface. It comes with a layer of self-adhesive glue for easy installation.

 

This flexibility allows the StandartPlast to be applied to uneven surfaces while providing maximum vibration damping and doubling up as a sealant. Its waterproof properties prevent water from coming into contact with the chassis, which protects it from corrosion and rust.

 

Action Auto Pte Ltd

Address: 24 Boon Lay Way #01-68 Trade Hub 21 Singapore (609969)

Contact number: +65 6686 2909

 

 

Classic Auto Leather designs and customises leather seat covers to suit all needs and budgets

10. Customised leather upholstery ($650-$1,800)

 

Tired of the stock upholstery in your Vezel? Customise your own leather seats at Classic Auto Leather today!

 

The company designs and customises leather seat covers to suit all needs and budgets. Its wide range of high-quality leathers are imported from Germany, Italy and South Africa.

 

The leathers are durable, hygienic, comfortable, UV-resistant, easy to maintain and dissipate heat easily. They also come with a one-year warranty.

 

Head down to Classic Auto Leather Pte Ltd to find out more about its customised leather upholstery services.

 

Classic Auto Leather Pte Ltd

Address: 53 Ubi Avenue 1 #01-02 Paya Ubi Industrial Park Singapore (408934)

Contact number: +65 6293 2384

 

 

Matters car mats feature an anti-skid base and a heel pad on the driver's side

11. Matters car mats

 

Matters car mats are custom-made to fit perfectly in your car. To ensure precision and a perfect fit, the company utilises cutting-edge technologies such as 3D scanners to analyse and obtain a perfect fit for all makes and models.

 

Matters car mats also offer more coverage in the interior of your car. Normal car mats only cover the base of the car's interior while Matters' 5D car mats not only cover the base, but the sides as well.

 

Matters car mats are 100 percent dirt and waterproof, durable, easy to maintain, environmentally-friendly, and feature an anti-skid base and a heel pad on the driver's side.

 

ZMC Automotive

Address: 50 Serangoon North Avenue 4 #01-22 First Centre Singapore (555856)

Contact number: +65 6555 3560

 

 

The Xado 1 Stage New Car Atomic Metal Conditioner provides top level engine protection for new cars

12. Xado 1 Stage New Car Atomic Metal Conditioner

 

If your Vezel is still in the running-in phase, or if you're planning to purchase one in the near future, Xado helps make the entire process a whole lot smoother.

 

The Xado 1 Stage New Car Atomic Metal Conditioner provides top level engine protection for new cars. It ensures the accurate adjustment of a new engine's parts during the running-in phase and compensates for wear-out during operation.

 

A common complaint among Vezel drivers is the car's slow acceleration, which will only get worse over time. No matter how well a car is maintained, high heat and friction cause a car's engine to become worn, scratched, and misshapen over time. The Xado Atomic Metal Conditioner Maximum Twin Turbo with 1 Stage Revitalizant heals frictional damage that goes up to 0.2mm in depth, thanks to a Complex Adaptive Revitalizant (CAR). CAR provides anti-wear protection, restoration and surface regeneration.

 

Rev Solutions Pte Ltd

Address: 74 Sungei Kadut Loop Singapore (729513)

Contact number: +65 6876 1456/+65 9339 1185

 

This list is just a taste of the level of customisation available for the Honda Vezel. To check out more of these items, head over to the myCarForum Marketplace.

Any lobang for Roof cargo box ?

[Tt0408]

I drove civic prior to vezel, thinking of getting civic 1.5T for more speed. Ha

 

Me too....drove FD1.8 previously. Vs Vezel really is like 一个天一个地。

 

After 2 years on Vezel, though more or less "adapted", but sometimes when need to sprint.....    especially changing lane, cannot make it.

[New_Atlantis]

Hi guys looking to get the vezel hybrid.

 

Any issue to take note off? Understand that the transmission is DCT with the electric motor attached? What is the confidence you guys have that it will last? Or is the local work shops ready for such a complex gear box?

 

Heard the battery don't last? Some recall from Honda?

 

Any issues you can share would be nice.

[Contipro]

Does anyone knows what this means? Tried the google translate app but not very clear.

Picture taken from my Honda Vezel. Every time I drive in traffic congested areas (happens mostly during the day), suddenly the air con stops working (blows warm air) and engine knocks, gear shifting delay and then this (above attached photo) comes up on the display. Once this loads fully everything gets back to normal, but I haven't seen any other warning lights come on. Anyone had similar experience or does anyone know what this means?

Seem like some issue with the battery.

The charge not enough causing the system like into protection mode by limiting the functionality and performance.

Could be also the regent power not sufficient to cope with your in car electricity needs such as phone charging, air-con or entertainment system during the hot day+congestion as described.

 

Based on my limited understanding the honda hybrid charging system is different compare to toyota.

Toyota come with secondary generator help to charge the battery/supply electricity when stationary or moving (with engine in operation). That is why even the battery charge is low/flat somehow the second generator should able to cope with the need to move the car + in car electricity needs.

As for honda hybrid there is only one generator, hence if moving off there is no charging take place nor electricity generated. Plus if battery charge low I can image the lagging will take place or in car system affected.

 

Hope other hybrid owner can share their experiences and view on this matter.

[jach66]

Me too....drove FD1.8 previously. Vs Vezel really is like ä¸ä¸ªå¤©ä¸ä¸ªå°ã

 

After 2 years on Vezel, though more or less "adapted", but sometimes when need to sprint..... especially changing lane, cannot make it.

So serious meh? Just bought HRV, driven ~250km, find it ok lei

My last ride was toyota wish ...1.8...

[Contipro]

So serious meh? Just bought HRV, driven ~250km, find it ok lei

My last ride was toyota wish ...1.8...

Pardon me..

Like you said honda 1.5 VTEC is comparable to WISH 1.8.

 

He drove 1.8 VTEC is much more shiok than 1.8vvt.

 

Honda still the best in NA engine.

But new gen turbo no more VTEC already, only VTI... unfortunately..

[jach66]

Pardon me..

Like you said honda 1.5 VTEC is comparable to WISH 1.8.

 

He drove 1.8 VTEC is much more shiok than 1.8vvt.

 

Honda still the best in NA engine.

But new gen turbo no more VTEC already, only VTI... unfortunately..

Ya, I old liao, good enough, not hurry to go anywhere ...

Type R, VTEC + turbo

[Tt0408]

So serious meh? Just bought HRV, driven ~250km, find it ok lei

My last ride was toyota wish ...1.8...

Likely due to my driving style and so used to flooring the acceleration pedal and FD will move off like a breeze

[Andre1288]

Is there a maintenance mode in the Honda vezel?

[jach66]

Is there a maintenance mode in the Honda vezel?

I heard of eco mode ...never maintenance mode

Wat is it?

Pls enlighten us

[Kopites]

I heard of eco mode ...never maintenance mode

Wat is it?

Pls enlighten us

I think he is referring to the check engine icon. All car should come with that icon right.

 

There is a maintenance mode in pirus. That is for mechanics to do the testing. I am not sure user can do that. Anyway vezel patrol don't has such a maintenance Mode not to I am aware of.

Edited March 17, 2018 by Kopites

[Si4dr]

What's the point complaining 1500cc car performance against bigger cc/turbo charge car?

Apple vs apple mah...

[UncleAtas]

Can someone enlighten me.

 

If rear seats are knock down. What's the Length x Width space available?

 

Drawer 80x124cm can fit?

[Kopites]

Can someone enlighten me.

 

If rear seats are knock down. What's the Length x Width space available?

 

Drawer 80x124cm can fit?

Should be able I reckon. I ever use it to transport a single bed frame (package up) from ikea.