2012 HONDA CR-V Technology Reference Guide

T E C H N O L O G YR E F E R E N C E G U I D E
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SMS Text Messaging....................................\2.....................................\2.......................24
iPod
®or USB Flash Drive ....................................\2........................................\2......... 26
Bluetooth
®Audio ....................................\2....................................\2.............................. 27
Pandora
®...........................................\2............................................\2............................ 28
Multi\bView Rear Camera .......................................................\2............................... 29
Owner Link ..........................................................\2..................................................\2.. 30
Safety Reminder ....................................\2....................................\2.............................. 3\f
Fuel Recommendation.........................................\2.................................................. 3\f
Auto Door Locks .....................................................................................................2
Instrument Panel Indicators ...................................................................................
4
Eco Assist System
TM....................................\2..............................................................6
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)........................................................... 7
Multi\bInformation Display (MID) ...........................................................................8
Voice Recognition ................................................................................................... \f0
Navigation.................................................................................................................\f6
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®(HFL)............................................\2............................ 20
T E C H N O L O G Y R E F E R E N C E G U I D E
The Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Honda and provide basic
instructions on some of its technology and convenience
features. This guide covers the CR\bV EX\bL with Navigation.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation, please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
ECON
BUTTONp. 6
INSTRUMENT
PANELp. \fMULTIINFORMATION
DISPLAY p. 8
AUDIOp.26NAVIGATION p.16
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A U T O D O O R L O C K S
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Program how and when the vehicle doors automatically lock and unlock.
Programming the Auto Door Unlock Setting
Pressthe (+/\b) buttons on the steering wheel to scroll through the menu options.
Press SOURCE to select an option. See page \ffor more information on the multi\b
information display and its controls.
\f. Press MENU.
2. Select Customize Settings.
3. Select Door Setup. 4.
Select Auto Door Unlock.
5. Select All Doors with Shift to P.
6. Press MENU to exit.
Default Lock/Unlock Setting
Default Lock Setting
All doors and the tailgate are
preset to lock when your vehicle
reaches about \f0 mph.Default Unlock Setting
Only the driver’s door is preset to
unlock when you shift into Park (P).
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Auto Unlock
(all doors)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Auto Unlock
(only driver’s door)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Turn off
Auto Unlock
Operate manually
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Auto Lock (all doors)
When you
reach \f0 mphWhen you shift out of Park
Turn off
Auto Lock
Operate manually
Below are the options you can choose. See Auto Door Locking\bUnlockingin your Owner’s
Manual for instructions on programming these settings.
Programmable Auto Door Lock/Unlock Settings
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INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSBriefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer
On/Off Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
PASSENGERAIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(next to multi\binformation display)
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
VSA®OFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
ECON Modeon
*if equipped
Charging system
Low brake fluid, Brake system
Low oil pressure
ABS(anti\block brake system)
VSA®(vehicle stability assist)
SRS(supplemental restraint system)
EPS(electric power steering)
E\bDPS*(all\bwheel drive)Transmission (blinking)
Parking brake on:
Release
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
All\bWheel Drive* (blinks):
Pull over and idle
Maintenance MinderTM:
Make service appointment
TPMS(tire pressure monitoring
system)
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
D
CRUISE MAIN on
\fst detent: parking lights on
2nd detent: headlights on
Turn signals/hazardson
Fog lightson
High beams on
Immobilizer (blinks): improperly
coded key;
use correct key
DRL(Daytime running lights)
Door/Tailgate open:
Close door(s) \b tailgate
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ECON Button
E C O A S S I S T S Y S T E M
When turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, cruise control, and
air conditioning system may be affected to achieve maximum fuel economy.
2. TheECON mode indicator
comes on.
Ambient Meter
High fuel efficiency Moderate fuel efficiency Low fuel efficiency
\f. Press ECON to turn the
system on.
3. Press ECON again to turn the
system off.
Indicates instant fuel efficiency using color\bcoded bars.
What to Do
How It Works
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
\f. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.
If the TPMS indicator appears, there
may be a problem with the system.
See your dealer.
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor.
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M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y ( M I D )Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Steering Wheel Controls
(+ ) Button:
Press to scroll
upward.
(
) Button:
Press to go back to
the previous display.
() Button:
Press to scroll
downward. SOURCE Button:
Press to enter your
selection.
( ) Button:
Press to go to the next
display.
MENU Button:
Press to go to the Vehicle
Menu for customization
and other settings.
Accessing the MID
Press the Display button to
change the main displays.
Use the steering wheel controls to navigate through the Vehicle Menu.
Trip
computer
Main Displays
Main display
Audio display (or Phone
display during call)
Clock
(or wallpaper)
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Key Functions by Voice Command
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C L I M A T E C O N T R O Lp. \f5
N A V I G A T I O Np. \f6
B L U E T O O T H®H A N D S F R E E L I N K®p. 20
V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O NTo keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, use voice commands for
hands\bfree calling, navigation, and audio. For a full list of commands, say“Information”
and “Voice Info. ”
Voice Command Tips
• Press and release the Talk button, wait for a beep, then give a command.
• All available voice commands are highlighted in blue when you press the Talk button.
• For a list of available commands, press and release the Talk button and say
“Help” at any time.
• Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
• Close the windows.
• The system also uses a touch screen display. You can select options or icons by touching them on the screen. This is limited while the vehicle is moving.
PickUp button: Answer an incoming call,
or go directly to the Phone screen.
HangUp\bBack button: End a call, decline
an incoming call, or cancel a selection.
Talk button: Give navigation, HFL, audio,
or climate control commands.
Control four different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling
microphone.
To prevent driver distraction, certain manual and touch screen functions
may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice
commands are always available.
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Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
Commonly Used Voice Commands
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
Locate Points of Interest
Saya command like “Display
restaurant” to see restaurant
icons appear on the map.
Say a command like “Display gas
station” to see gas station icons
appear on the map.
Get Navigation Route
Information
After a destination is entered,
say “How far to the destination?”
to hear the remaining distance.
Say “Display entire route” to see
the routing method the system
mapped for your destination.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
Make Audio Selections
Say a command like “Radio 97.1
FM” to select that station.
Saya command like “CD play
track 1” to hear that song on a
currently inserted CD.
Adjust the Vehicle’s
Climate Setting
Say a command like “Air
conditioner on” to start the
air conditioning system.
Say a command like “Fan speed
\f” to adjust the fan speed.
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