2013 HONDA CR-V alarm

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P 67)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
Lights Reminders
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
IndicatorSeat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
Cruise Control
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
IndicatorSupplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator Door Open Indicator
Cruise Main Indicator TachometerSpeedometerFuel
Gauge Security System
Alarm Indicator Shift Lever Position Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P 77)/Information Display (P 78)/
Multi-Information Display
(P 81)/System Indicators (P 68)
Tailgate Open
Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
TPMS Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Washer Level
Indicator
*
Ambient MeterTemperature GaugeElectric Power
Steering (EPS)
Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
AWD System
Indicator*
System Indicators
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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
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
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
*.................... 106Opening and Closing the Windows..... 108
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*.. 110Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 111
Turn Signals ..................................... 112
Light Switches.................................. 112
Fog Lights
*...................................... 114
Daytime Running Lights ................... 114
Wipers and Washers ........................ 115
Brightness Control ........................... 117
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 118
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 119Adjusting 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
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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.
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Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
•The hood and tailgate are closed.
•All doors and tailgate are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w. The security system
alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The PANIC button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm*Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when unlocking the door with
the lock tab.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
PANIC
Button
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Index
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 263
Gauge ....................................................... 77
Information ............................................. 260
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................. 260
Gauges......................................................... 77
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 243
Glass (care)................................................ 315
Glove Box.................................................. 133
HHalogen Bulbs................................... 287, 288
Handling the Unexpected........................ 317
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, 218To Clear the System ................................ 209
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 207
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 125
Headlights................................................. 112
Aiming .................................................... 287
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............................... 311
Heating ................................................... 143
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 194
High Beam Indicator.................................. 74
Hill Start Assist System............................. 240
IIdentification Numbers............................ 344
Engine and Transmission ......................... 344
Vehicle Identification ............................... 344
Ignition Switch......................................... 111
Illumination Control................................. 117
Knob ....................................................... 117
Immobilizer System.................................. 106
Indicator.................................................... 75
Indicators.................................................... 68ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................... 71
AWD System............................................. 71
Charging System............................... 69, 331
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 247
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 76, 246
Door Open.......................................... 28, 72
ECON Mode ..................................... 75, 245
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 73, 333
Fog Light .................................................. 74
High Beam ................................................ 74
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
Lights On .................................................. 74
Low Fuel ................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 68, 331
Low Tire Pressure ...................... 73, 251, 252
Maintenance Minder......................... 76, 269
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 332
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 68, 333
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, 253
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 72, 249
VSA® OFF.......................................... 72, 250

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Index
Seats.......................................................... 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 122
Front Seats.............................................. 122
Rear Seats ............................................... 129
Seat Heaters ........................................... 139
Security System........................................ 106
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 75
Select Lever........................................ 15, 243
Operation ......................................... 15, 244
Releasing ................................................ 328
Won’t Move ........................................... 328
Select/Reset Knob...................................... 78
Selecting a Child Seat................................ 56
Selector Knob (Audio)............................. 153
Setting the Clock........................................ 96
Shift Lever.......................................... 15, 243
Shift Lever Position Indicator............ 69, 244
Shifting (Transmission)............................ 243
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 33
Side Airbags............................................... 44
Cutoff System ........................................... 46
Off Indicator ............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 47
SMS Text Message............................ 206, 218
Snow Tires................................................ 306
Spare Tire......................................... 319, 343
Spark Plugs............................................... 342
Specifications........................................... 342
Specified Fuel................................... 260, 342Speedometer.............................................. 77
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 40
Starting the Engine.................................. 239
Does Not Start ......................................... 325
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 111
Jump Starting .......................................... 326
Steering Wheel......................................... 119
Adjusting................................................. 119
Stopping.................................................... 258
Summer Tires............................................ 306
Sunglasses Holder..................................... 138
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel)............................................. 2, 3, 111
Synchronized Mode.................................. 147
TTachometer................................................. 77
Tailgate..................................................... 104
Unable to Open ....................................... 339
Temperature Gauge................................... 77
Temperature Sensor................................. 148
Text Message.................................... 206, 218
Time (Setting)............................................. 96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 251
Indicator ............................................ 73, 334
Tires........................................................... 298
Air Pressure ..................................... 299, 343
Checking and Maintaining....................... 298Inspection ............................................... 298
Labeling .................................................. 299
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 319
Regulations ............................................. 301
Rotation .................................................. 305
Spare Tire ........................................ 319, 343
Summer .................................................. 306
Tire Chains .............................................. 306
Wear Indicators ....................................... 303
Winter..................................................... 306
Tonneau Cover......................................... 140
Tools.......................................................... 318
Towing a Trailer....................................... 231
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 232
Load Limits .............................................. 231
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 235
Behind a Motorhome .............................. 235
Emergency .............................................. 338
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 251
Indicator............................................ 73, 334
Transmission............................................. 243
Automatic ............................................... 243
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Number................................................... 344
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 69, 244
Trip Meter................................................... 79
Troubleshooting....................................... 317
Blown Fuse...................................... 335, 336
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 20