2003 HONDA CR-V load capacity

Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make your vehicle unsaf e. Bef ore
you make any modif ications or add
anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing inf ormation.When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer-controlled systems, such
as the SRS and anti-lock brake
system.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Non-Honda accessories are usually
designed f or universal applications.
Although aftermarket accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability. (See
‘‘Modif ications’’ on page f or
additional inf ormation.)
If possible, have your dealer inspect
the f inal installation. Have the installer contact your
Honda dealer f or assistance bef ore
installing any electronic accessory. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ). Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Bef ore installing any accessory: However, if electronic accessories
are improperly installed, or exceed
your vehicle’s electrical system
capacity, they can interf ere with the
operation of your vehicle, or even
cause the airbags to deploy.
192 331
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving191
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

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Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers f rom
850 lbs (395 kg).
The resulting f igure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity.
This f igure includes the total weight
of all occupants, cargo, accessories,
and the tongue weight if you are
towing a trailer. The maximum load limit f or your car
is 850 lbs (395 kg).
Following are the steps f or
determining the correct cargo and
luggage load limit. For example, if there will be f our 150
lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 250 lbs (115
kg).
4 150 lbs (70 kg) = 600 lbs (280
kg)
850 lbs (395 kg) 600 lbs (280 kg) =
250 lbs (115 kg)
Locate the statement, ‘‘the
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed 850 lbs
(395 kg)’’ on your vehicle’s placard
(on the driver’s doorjamb).
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle. (Five
is the seating capacity of your
vehicle.) If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load f rom your trailer will
be transf erred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of
your vehicle.
Determine the combined weight
of accessories, luggage, and cargo
beingloadedinthevehicle.The
weight may not saf ely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity calculated in step 4 [250
lbs(115kg)inthisexample].
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2. 3.
4.
5.
6.
Load Limit
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving194
Overloading or improper
loading can affect handling and
stability and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this
manual.

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Vehicle Capacity Load . 194
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Vehicle Dimensions .342
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 340
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Vehicle Storage .295
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Ventilation .131
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VIN .340
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Vinyl Cleaning .302
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Viscosity, Oil .248
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .260
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .261
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Fluid Selection . 260,261
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Identif ication Number . 341
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Shif ting the Automatic . 204
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Shif ting the Manual . 202
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Treadwear .344
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Trip Meter .73
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Turn Signals .77
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Underside, Cleaning .304
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .307
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 344
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Unleaded Gasoline .184
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Upholstery Cleaning .301
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 250 .............
WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 61
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Warranty Coverages .357
Washers, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 258
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Operation .79
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Washing .298
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Waxing and Polishing . 299
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 83
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Alignment and Balance . 280
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Wrench .311 Windows
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Cleaning .303
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Operating the Power . 110
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Rear, Def ogger .81
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .78
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Def roster .134
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Washers .258
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .271
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Operation .78
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Worn Tires .280
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 337
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