2012 HONDA CR-V light

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Quick Reference Guide
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote transmitter?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the driver's door?The beeper sounds when: ●The key is left in the ignition switch.
● The exterior lights are left on.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when: ●Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
● The parking brake lever is not fully released.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.

uuAirbagsuAirbag System Indicators
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Safe Driving
■ When side curtain airbags deploy in a frontal collision
One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate to severe angled frontal
collision.
In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags.
Airbag System Indicators
If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on.
■When the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
The indicator comes on for a few seconds,
then goes off. This tells you the system is
working properly.
If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, have the
system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If you don't, your airbags and seat
belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.
■SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
1SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
3WARNING
Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in
serious injury or death if the airbag systems
or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as
soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts
you to a possible problem.

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Turn Signal Indicators
●The turn signal indicators blink when you
operate the turn signal lever.
● If you press the hazard warning button, both
indicators and all turn signals blink at the
same time.● Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn signal
light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately. 2Replacing Light Bulbs
P. 288
High Beam
Indicator●
Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.—
Lights On
Indicator●
Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or
in AUTO *
when the exterior lights are on.● If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver's
door is opened.
Fog Light
Indicator *●
Comes on when the fog lights are on.—
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on when the passenger side airbag
system is automatically shut off.
● It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags.
● Comes on when nobody is sitting in the
passenger seat - Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
● Comes on when someone is sitting in the seat -
Have the passenger sit properly.U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models

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uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
Customize Settings
Display Setup
Trip Computer Setup
Lighting Setup
Door Setup
Default All
Select Wallpaper
Language Selection
Adjust Outside Temp. Display
Fuel Efficiency Backlight
Interior Light Dimming Time
Auto Light Sensitivity
Auto Door Lock
Security Relock Timer
Import WallpaperDelete WallpaperTrip Meter Item to DisplayWelcome ScreenColor ThemeTurn by Turn Display*
Trip A reset trigger
Trip B reset trigger
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Door Lock ModeAuto Door UnlockKeyless Lock Acknowledgment
* Not available on all models

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uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize Settings
Trip Computer Setup
Adjust
Outside Temp.
DisplayAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F ~ ±0°F
*1
~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C *1
~ +3°C
(Canada)
Trip A reset triggerChanges the setting of how to reset trip meter A,
average fuel economy A, average speed A, and elapsed time A.With Refuel/Manual only *1
/
IGN OFF
Trip B reset triggerChanges the setting of how to reset trip meter B,
average fuel economy B, average speed B, and elapsed time B.With Refuel/Manual only *1
/
IGN OFF
Fuel Efficiency
BacklightTurns the ambient meter feature on and off.On *1
/Off
Lighting Setup
Interior Light Dimming TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors.60sec/30sec *1
/15sec
Headlight Auto Off TimerChanges the length of time the exterior lights stay on
after you close the driver’s door.60sec/30sec/15sec *1
/0sec
Auto Light SensitivityChanges the timing for the headlights to come on.Max/High/Mid/Low/Min *1

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Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize
Settings
Door Setup
Auto Door
LockChanges the setting for the automatic locking
feature.Off/With Vehicle Speed
*1
/
Shift from (P
Door Lock
ModeSets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first operation of the remote or ignition key.Driver Door *1
/All Doors
Auto Door UnlockChanges the setting for when the doors unlock automatically.
Off/
Driver Door with Shift to (P *1
/
All Doors with Shift to (P /
Driver Door with IGN Off/
All Doors with IGN Off
Keyless Lock
AcknowledgmentLOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds.On *1
/Off
Security
Relock TimerChanges the time it takes for the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the
vehicle without opening any door.90sec/60sec/30sec *1
Default AllCancels/Resets all the customized settings as default.Cancel
Reset All Defaults

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock ................................ 96
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions ... ................. 97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 103
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 104
Security System ................................ 106
Immobilizer System .......................... 106
Security System Alarm *
.................... 106
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 108Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 110Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 111
Turn Signals ..................................... 112
Light Switches.................................. 112Fog Lights *
...................................... 114
Daytime Running Lights ................... 114
Wipers and Washers ........................ 115
Brightness Control ........................... 117 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 118
ECON Button ................................... 119
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 119 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 120
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 120
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 121
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 122
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 122
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 132
Interior Lights .................................. 132
Interior Convenience Items .............. 133
Heating and Cooling System *
......... 142
Using Vents, Heating and A/C.......... 142
Climate Control System *
.................. 145
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 145
Automatic Climate Control Sensors . 148
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate.
You can also use the remote transmitter to
lock and unlock the doors and tailgate.
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft.2 Immobilizer System P. 106
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics: • Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids.
• Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.