2014 HONDA CR-V battery replacement

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 268
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 269Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 270
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 271
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 277Opening the Hood ........................... 278
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 279
Oil Check ......................................... 280
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 281
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 282
Engine Coolant ................................ 284
Transmission Fluid ............................ 286
Brake Fluid ....................................... 287
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 288
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 289
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 296Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 300
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 301Tire Labeling .................................... 301DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 303Wear Indicators................................ 305
Tire Service Life ................................ 305 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 306
Tire Rotation .................................... 307
Winter Tires ..................................... 308
Battery ............................................... 309
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 310
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 311
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 313
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 314
Exterior Care.................................... 316
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery condition monthly and check the terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 152
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 96
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the navigation system manual
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
The test indicator's color in formation is on the battery.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1.Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver.
2. Open the remote transmitter.
u Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Remove the button battery with the small
flat-tip screwdriver.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.ScrewBattery type: CR1620
Battery
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Maintenance
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care*
Replacing the Battery
If it takes several pushes on the remo te control buttons to operate the rear
entertainment system*.
1.Remove the cover.
2. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Remote Control
Models with Rear Entertainment System
1Replacing the Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Battery type: CR2025
* Not available on all models
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 309
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
Jump Starting .......................................... 328
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 309
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 310
Behind a Motorhome ............................... 235
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29
Beverage Holders ...................................... 134
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 172
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 194
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 64
Brake System ............................................. 256
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 258
Brake Assist System ................................. 259
Fluid ........................................................ 287
Foot Brake ............................................... 257
Indicator ............................................ 68, 335
Parking Brake .......................................... 256
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 289
Brake Light, Taillight , Back-Up Light, Rear
Turn Signal Light a nd Lower Rear Side
Marker Light ........................................ 292
Fog Lights ................................................ 290
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ................ 292
Headlights ............................................... 289
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 295
Rear License Plate Light............................ 295
Side Marker Lights ................................... 291
Upper Rear Side Marker/Taillight .............. 294 Bulb Specifications
................................... 344
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 65
Cargo Hook ............................................... 137
Cargo Side Net .......................................... 136
Carrying Cargo ................................. 227, 229
CD Player ................................................... 161
Certification Label .................................... 346
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 289
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
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 ............................... 316
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 314
Climate Control System ............................ 145
Changing the Mode ................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 146
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 313 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145
Clock ........................................................... 96
Coat Hook ................................................ 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 321, 345
Compass .................................................... 223
Console Compartment ............................. 133
Controls ...................................................... 95
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 284
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 285
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 284
Overheating ............................................ 331
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 242
Cruise Control .......................................... 246
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 134
Customer Service Information ................ 354
Customized Features ................................. 84
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 328
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 144, 146
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 347
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 112
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Index
Tailgate Open ........................................... 72
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 72, 249
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 250
Washer Level ............................................ 76
Information .............................................. 343
Information Display ................................... 78
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 117
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 81
Interior Lights ........................................... 132
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 120
iPod ®......................................................... 164
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 324
Jump Starting ........................................... 328
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 98
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 100
Keys ............................................................. 97
Lockout Prevention ................................. 100
Master Keys .............................................. 97
Number Tag.............................................. 98
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 102 Remote Transmitter ................................... 99
Types and Functions .................................. 97
Valet Key ................................................... 98
Won’t Turn ................................................ 19
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 242
L
Language (HFL)......................................... 195
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 57, 61
Lights ................................................. 112, 289
Automatic ............................................... 113
Bulb Replacement .................................... 289
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 114
Fog Lights ................................................ 114
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Interior .................................................... 132
Light Switches ......................................... 112
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................. 112
Load Limits ................................................ 229
Locking/Unlocking ...................................... 97
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
From Inside .............................................. 101
From Outside ............................................. 99
Keys .......................................................... 97
Using a Key ............................................. 100
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 100
Low Battery Charge .................................. 333
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 70 Low Oil Pressure Indicator
................. 68, 333
Lower Anchors ...................................... 57, 61
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 229
M
Maintenance............................................. 267
Battery .................................................... 309
Brake Fluid .............................................. 287
Cleaning ................................................. 314
Climate Control System ........................... 313
Coolant ................................................... 284
Heating and Cooling System ................... 313
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 271
Oil ........................................................... 280
Precautions ............................................. 268
Radiator .................................................. 285
Remote Control....................................... 311
Remote Transmitter ................................. 310
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 289
Safety...................................................... 269
Service Items ........................................... 274
Tires ........................................................ 300
Transmission Fluid ................................... 286
Under the Hood ...................................... 277
Wireless Headphone................................ 312
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 334
Map Lights ................................................ 132
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 229
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 77
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Index
Mirrors....................................................... 120
Adjusting ................................................. 120
Door ........................................................ 121
Exterior .................................................... 121
Interior Rearview...................................... 120
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 266
Moonroof .................................................. 110
MP3 .................................................... 161, 169
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 261
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 346
O
Odometer.................................................... 78
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 237
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 279
Adding .................................................... 281
Checking ................................................. 280
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 271
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 68, 333
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 279
Viscosity .................................................. 279
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 278
Moonroof ................................................ 110
Power Windows ...................................... 108
Tailgate ................................................... 104 Outside Temperature
................................. 80
Adjusting .................................................. 80
Overheating .............................................. 331
P
Pandora®................................................... 167
Panic Mode ............................................... 107
Parking ...................................................... 260
Parking Brake ........................................... 256
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 335
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) .......................................... 321
R
Radiator.................................................... 285
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 156
Radio (XM ®).............................................. 159
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 158
Range .................................................... 79, 82
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 158
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 349Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control
System
TM.................................................. 251
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 118
Rear Entertainment System ..................... 174
Rear Seat Back .......................................... 130
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 129
Rearview Camera ..................................... 261
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 120
Refueling .................................................. 262
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 77
Gasoline ......................................... 262, 344
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations .............................. 254, 303, 347
Remote Transmitter ................................... 99
Replacement Battery .................................................... 310
Bulbs ...................................................... 289
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 296
Fuses .............................................. 337, 338
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 298
Tires........................................................ 306
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 348
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 79
S
Safe Driving................................................ 23
Safety Check ............................................... 28
Safety Labels .............................................. 66
Safety Message .......................................... 22
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