2013 HONDA CR-V Start

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Transmission
Indicator●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Blinks if the transmission system has a
problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and
acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
Seat Belt
Reminder
Indicator
●Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are
not wearing a seat belt when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w.●If the front passenger is not wearing a seat
belt, the indicator comes on a few seconds
later.
●Blinks while driving if either you or the front
passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The
beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at
regular intervals.
●The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you
and the front passenger fasten their seat belts.
●Stays on after you or the front passenger has
fastened the seat belt - A detection error may have
occurred in the sensor. Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
2Seat Belt Reminder P. 30
Low Fuel
Indicator●Comes on when the fuel reserve is running
low (approximately 2.3 U.S. gal./8.6 Liter left).
●Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel
gauge.
●Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.●Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
VSA® (Vehicle
Stability Assist)
System Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Blinks when VSA® is active.●Comes on if there is a problem with the
VSA® system.
●Comes on if there is a problem with the hill
start assist system.
●Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
2VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System P. 249
VSA® (Vehicle
Stability Assist)
OFF Indicator●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on when you deactivate VSA®.2VSA® On and Off P. 250
Door Open
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds if you turn the
ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on if any door is not completely
closed.
●The beeper sounds and the indicator comes
on if any door is opened while driving.
●Goes off when all doors are closed.
Tailgate Open
Indicator●Comes on for a few seconds if you turn the
ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on if the tailgate is not completely
closed.
●Goes off when the tailgate is closed.

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
EPS (Electric
Power Steering)
System Indicator●Comes on when you turn the ignition switch
to ON (w, and goes off when the engine
starts.
●Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS
system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come on at all -
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2If the EPS System Indicator Comes On P. 333
TPMS Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem with the
TPMS, or when a compact spare tire is
temporarily installed.
●Stays on constantly or does not come on at all -
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is
fitted with a compact spare, get your regular tire
repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on if the tire pressure of any of the
tires becomes significantly low.
●Comes on for a while and then goes off
when a compact spare tire is temporarily
installed.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place,
check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if
necessary.

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot
recognize the key information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition
switch to LOCK (0, pull the key out, and then insert
the key and turn it to ON (w again.●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add other
devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
Security System
Alarm Indicator*
●Blinks when the security system alarm has
been set.2Security System Alarm* P. 106
ECON Mode
Indicator●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on when the ECON mode is on.2ECON Button P. 245
Indicator
* 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 key:
Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock 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 the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer 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.

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Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.■Valet Key1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm*
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood, or doors are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key or remote transmitter, or turning the ignition switch
to ON
(w. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm*The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
1Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
(P.
If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY (q, a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY (q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
(0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
(w ON: This is the position when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON (w when you let go of
the key.