2013 HONDA CR-V emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 52 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 65 Safety Labels P. 66
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 104 Security System P. 106 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 108
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 111 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 120
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 132 Heating and Cooling System
* P. 142
Rear Entertainment System* P. 174 Audio Error Messages P. 186
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 194 Compass P. 223
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 237 When Driving P. 239 Braking P. 254
Refueling P. 260 Fuel Economy P. 263 Accessories and Modifications P. 264
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 275 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 287
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 298 Battery P. 307 Remote Transmitter Care P. 308
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 311 Cleaning P. 312
Engine Does Not Start P. 325 Jump Starting P. 326 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 328
Fuses P. 335 Emergency Towing P. 338When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 339
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 345 Reporting Safety Defects P. 346
Authorized Manuals P. 351 Customer Service Information P. 352
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 23
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 95
FeaturesP. 149
DrivingP. 225
MaintenanceP. 265
Handling the UnexpectedP. 317
InformationP. 341
IndexP. 353

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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P317)
Flat Tire (P319)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P331)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start (P325)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P335)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P329)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P338)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 318
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 319
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 325
Jump Starting.................................... 326
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 328
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 329Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 331
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 331
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 332
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
(Red) .............................................. 333
If the EPS System Indicator Comes On ... 333If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 334If the TPMS Indicator Comes On ...... 334
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 335
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 337
Emergency Towing........................... 338
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 339

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklistStarter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Battery P. 307●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 337The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 239Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 106Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 77Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 337If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 338
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2Jump Starting P. 326

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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1Emergency TowingNOTICETrying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICEImproper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models

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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

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Index
Emergency Towing .................................. 338
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 325
Noise When Braking .................................. 20
Overheating............................................. 329
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 319
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 19, 102
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 328
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Turn Signals............................................... 112
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 74
UUnlocking the Doors................................... 99
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside......................................................... 11
USB Adapter Cable........................... 150, 151
USB Flash Drives........................................ 193
VValet Key..................................................... 98
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................. 344
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 249
Off Button ............................................... 250
Off Indicator .............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil)..................................... 277, 343
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 249
WWallpaper................................................... 90
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 331
Warning Labels........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 349
Watts......................................................... 342
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 303
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 322
Window Washers..................................... 115
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 286
Switch ..................................................... 115
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 108
Windshield................................................ 115
Cleaning ................................................. 315
Defrosting/Defogging ...................... 144, 146
Washer Fluid ........................................... 286
Wiper Blades ........................................... 294
Wipers and Washers................................ 115
Winter Tires.............................................. 306
Snow Tires .............................................. 306
Tire Chains .............................................. 306
Wipers and Washers................................. 115
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 294
Front ....................................................... 115
Rear ........................................................ 116
WMA................................................. 161, 169
Worn Tires................................................ 298XXM® Radio................................................ 159