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uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
2. Push in the old bulb, rotate to the left until
it unlocks, and remove.
3. Insert new bulb.
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn
Signal Light and Lower Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs. 1.Use a Phillip-head screwdriver to remove the bolts.
2. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
Front Turn Signal/Parking: 24/2.2CP
Bulb
Socket
Lower Rear Side Marker/Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
Bolts

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full size tire repaired or
replaced. 1.
Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P .
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
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Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver and remove the cover of the
shift lock release slot.
uPut the tip of the flat-tip screwdriver into
the slot and remove it as shown in the image.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing on the key, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N .uThe lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the Lock
Slot
Cover
Release
Button
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows: •
The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam is coming out of the engine compartment.
■ First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
uMove the shift lever to (P and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. No steam coming out: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
Steam coming out: Turn off the engine and wait until steam goes away. Then,
open the hood.
1How to Handle Overheating
NOTICEContinuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: LX models with 2WD
*2: LX models with AWD, EX and EX-L models with 2WD
*3: EX, EX-L models with AWD and TOUR modelsModelHonda CR-V
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 4,332 lbs (1,965 kg) *1
4,464 lbs (2,025 kg) *2
4,564 lbs (2,070 kg) *3
Canada: 1,965 kg *1
2,025 kg *2
2,070 kg *3
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,227 lbs (1,010 kg) *1
2,271 lbs (1,030 kg) *2
2,326 lbs (1,055 kg) *3
Canada: 1,010 kg *1
1,030 kg *2
1,055 kg *3
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,150 lbs (975 kg)
*1
2,238 lbs (1,015 kg) *2
2,282 lbs (1,035 kg) *3
Canada: 975 kg *1
1,015 kg *2
1,035 kg *3
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity13.6 – 15.4 oz (385 – 435 g)Lubricant TypeSP-10
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer Fluid
Displacement144 cu-in (2,354 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel: TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.3 US gal (58 )
Capacity/Type36AH(5)/45AH(20)
36AH(5)/47AH(20)
38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 )
■Light Bulbs
*1: Not available on all modelsHeadlights (High/Low Beams)60/55W (H4/HB2)
Fog Lights 55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights24/2.2CP
Side Marker Lights 3CP
Upper Rear Side Marker/Taillights3CP
Lower Rear Side Marker/Brake/
Taillights 21/5W
Back-Up Lights21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light 3CP
Cargo Area Light8W
Vanity Mirror Lights *1
2W
Interior LightsMap Lights8WCeiling Light8W

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Index
Jump Starting .......................................... 324
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 305
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 306
Behind a Motorhome ............................... 235
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29
Beverage Holders ...................................... 134
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 171
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 194
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 64
Brake System ............................................. 253
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 255
Brake Assist System ................................. 256
Fluid ........................................................ 283
Foot Brake ............................................... 254
Indicator ............................................ 68, 331
Parking Brake .......................................... 253
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 285
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn
Signal Light and Lower Rear Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 288
Fog Lights ................................................ 286
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ................ 288
Headlights ............................................... 285
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 291
Rear License Plate Light............................ 291
Side Marker Lights ................................... 287
Upper Rear Side Marker/Taillight .............. 290
Bulb Specifications .................................... 340 C
Carbon Monoxide Gas
............................... 65
Cargo Hook ............................................... 137
Cargo Side Net .......................................... 136
Carrying Cargo ................................. 227, 229
CD Player ................................................... 160
Certification Label .................................... 342
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 285
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 329
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 102
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 64
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 60
Larger Children ......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 312
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 310
Climate Control System ............................ 145
Changing the Mode ................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 146
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 309
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ..... .............. 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode................................. 147 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 145
Clock ........................................................... 96
Coat Hook ................................................ 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 317, 341
Compass .................................................... 223
Console Compartment ............................. 133
Controls ...................................................... 95
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 280
Adding to the Radiator ...... ..................... 281
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 280
Overheating ............................................ 327
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 242
Cruise Control .......................................... 245
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 134
Customer Service Information ................ 350
Customized Features ................................. 84
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 324
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 144, 146
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 343
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 112
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 120
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 276
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 112

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Gasoline (Fuel)Economy ................................................. 262
Gauge ....................................................... 77
Information ............................................. 259
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................. 259
Gauges ......................................................... 77
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 243
Glass (care) ................................................ 313
Glove Box .................................................. 133
H
Halogen Bulbs ................................... 285, 286
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 315
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 194
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ............................................ 210
Automatic Transferring ............................ 208
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 208
HFL Buttons ............................................. 194
HFL Menus .............................................. 196
HFL Status Display.................................... 195
Making a Call .......................................... 213
Options During a Call .............................. 217
Phone Setup ............................................ 201
Receiving a Call ....................................... 216
Speed Dial ............................................... 211
Text Message................................... 206, 218 To Clear the System ................................ 209
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 207
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 2
Head Restraints ........................................ 125
Headlights ................................................. 112
Aiming .................................................... 285
Automatic Operation............................... 113
Dimming ......................................... 112, 114
Operating................................................ 112
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 139
Heating and Cooling System ................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 144
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 309
Heating ................................................... 143
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 194
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 240
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 342
Engine and Transmission ......................... 342
Vehicle Identification .............. ................. 342
Ignition Switch ......................................... 111
Illumination Control ................................. 117
Knob ....................................................... 117
Immobilizer System .................................. 106
Indicator.................................................... 75
Indicators .................................................... 68 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................... 71
AWD System............................................. 71
Charging System............................... 69, 329
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 246
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 76, 245
Door Open.......................................... 28, 72
ECON Mode ..................................... 75, 119
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 73, 331
Fog Light .................................................. 74
High Beam ................................................ 74
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
Lights On .................................................. 74
Low Fuel ................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 68, 329
Low Tire Pressure ...................... 73, 250, 251
Maintenance Minder......................... 76, 269
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 330
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 68, 331
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 30, 70
Security System Alarm............................... 75
Shift Lever Position.................................... 69
Side Airbag Off ................................... 50, 74
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 48, 71
Tailgate Open ........................................... 72
TPMS ................................................ 73, 252
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 74 VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System 72, 248
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 249
Washer Level ............................................ 76

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Index
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Numbers (Identification).......................... 342
O
Odometer .................................................... 78
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 237
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 275
Adding .................................................... 277
Checking ................................................. 276
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 269
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 68, 329
Recommended Engine Oil ....... ................. 275
Viscosity .................................................. 275
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 274
Moonroof ................................................ 110
Power Windows ...................................... 108
Tailgate ................................................... 104
Outside Temperature ................................. 80
Adjusting ................................................... 80
Overheating .............................................. 327
P
Pandora ®................................................... 166
Panic Mode ............................................... 107
Parking ...................................................... 257
Parking Brake ............................................ 253
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 331 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
................. 49
Passing Indicators ..................................... 112
Power Windows ....................................... 108
Precautions While Driving ....................... 241
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 241
Rain ........................................................ 241
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 317
R
Radiator .................................................... 281
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 155
Radio (XM ®).............................................. 158
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 157
Range .................................................... 79, 82
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 157
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 345
REAL TIME AWD with Intelligent Control System