2007 HONDA CR-V tailgate

Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood is fully closed. Check
the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
ad justment (see page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page ).
Wh en you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicato rs in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check
that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely.
Vi
sually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
Make sure the doors and the
tailgate are securely closed and
locked.
1.
2.
10.14
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
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108 79
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Driving Guidelines
Preparing to Drive
Driving
229

Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the cargo area or take them
with you.
Set the parking brake bef ore you put
the transmission in Park. This keeps
the vehicle from moving and putting
pressure on the parking mechanism
in the transmission. If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Lock the doors and the tailgate.
Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set. Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
On EX and EX-L models
Parking T ips
Parking
236
curb and set the parking brake.
curb and set the parking brake.

Determine which of the f our bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillight, back-
up light, turn signal, or side
marker.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the taillight assembly
mounting screw under each cover.
Pull the taillight assembly out of
the rear pillar.
Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on
the edge of the cover. Remove the
covers by caref ully prying on the
edge with a small f lat-tip
screwdriver.
2.
3. 4.
5.
1.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs
Lights
Maint enance
281
BULBS
COVER
SCREWS
BULBS

Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Align the clips on the taillight
assembly with the holes in the
body, then push the taillight
assembly into place. Tighten the
two mounting screws securely and
reinstall the covers. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on the side edge ofthe cover. Remove the cover by
caref ully prying on the edge with a
small f lat-tip screwdriver and
pulling the cover of f .
Remove the socket f rom the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
Unlatch the top of the cover by
pulling back on it with hands.
1. 2.
6.
7.
8.
9.
3.
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
Lights
282

Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
295

If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
the trailer. Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Open the tailgate. Raise the cargo
area f loor lid by lif ting up with the
strap, and remove it f rom cargo
area by disengaging the tabs.
When you store the f lat tire in the
spare tire well, do not reinstall the
cargo area f loor lid f orcibly. This
will damage the tabs on the lid.
Take the tool kit out of the spare
tire.
1. 2.
3.
4.
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Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
299
JACK
SPARE TIRE
TOOLS
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.

Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
f acility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Remove the center cap before
storing the f lat tire.Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
Remove the spacer cone f rom the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
Securetheflattirebyscrewing
the wing bolt back into its hole.Store the jack in its holder. Turn
the jack’s end bracket to lock it in
place. Store the tools, and place
thecoverontheflattireof the
cargo area.
Store the center cap in the spare
tire well. Make sure it does not get
scratched or damaged.
Close the tailgate.
16.
17.
15. 14. 19.
20.
21.
18.
Changing a Flat Tire
302
For spare
tire For normal
tire
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m) Loose items can fly around the
interiorinacrashandcould
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.

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Keys .79
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Label, Certif ication .320
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Lane Change, Signaling . 74
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19
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LATCH Anchorage System . 43
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .277
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Indicator .59
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Parking .74
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Turn Signal .74
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Load Limits .223
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 81
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 81
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Childproof Door .88
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Fuel Fill Door .215
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Glove Box . 114, 115
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Power Door .82
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Tailgate .92
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Low Coolant Level .218
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Low Fuel Indicator .63 ...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 60, 309
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Lower Anchors .43
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 323
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 222
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Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 225
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Maintenance .255
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Minder . 257-263
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Main Items and Sub Items . 260
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .262
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Record . 264-265
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Minder Indicator .65
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Saf ety .256
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 60,310
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Meters, Gauges . 59, 66
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Methanol in Gasoline . 214
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Mirrors, Adjusting .108
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 221
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Moonroof .107
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning .63
VSA (Vehicle Stability ..............................
Assist) . 62, 240
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Washer Level .65
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 59
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Inf ant Restraint .39
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Inf ant Seats .39
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Tether Anchorage Point . 48
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 288
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Recommended Pressures . 289
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Inside Mirror .108
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Inspection, Tire .290
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Installing a Child Seat .42
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Instrument Panel .59
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 75
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Instruments and Controls . 57
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Interior Lights .119
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 300
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Jack, Tire .301
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Jump Starting .305
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