2015 HONDA CR-V tailgate

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exteri\
or lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite fl ammable materials left under the hood, causing a fi re. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried gra\
ss
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by\
a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover fl ammable materials after you or
someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
Interior Checks • Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure t\
he fl oor mats.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely around in \
the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Make sure items placed on the fl oor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you s\
tart the vehicle, and go off soon after.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to me\
lt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim a\
round the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
NOTICE Improper accessories or modifi cations can affect your vehicle’s handling, and
stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt \
or killed.
Follow all instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding accessories and
modifi cations.
WARNING
In addition:
• During the fi rst 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
• Avoid hard braking for the fi rst 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced.
Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement; however, its higher
ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads. It \
is not
designed for trail-blazing or other challenging off-road activities.
If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you will fi nd that it requires somewhat
different driving skills and that your vehicle will handle somewhat diff\
erently than
it does on pavement. Pay attention to the precautions and tips in this s\
ection, and
get acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement.
Improperly operating this vehicle on or off pavement can cause a crash o\
r
rollover in which you and your passengers can be seriously hurt or kille\
d.
Follow all instructions and guidelines in this guide.
Keep your speed low, and don’t drive faster than conditions permit.
WARNING

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes fl at while driving, grasp the steering wheel fi rmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the fl at tire with the compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tir\
e repaired or
replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a fi rm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the parking brake,
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1. Open the tailgate. Turn on the cargo lights if necessary (see page 39).
2. Open the cargo area fl oor lid.
3. Take the tool bag out of the cargo area. Take the jack handle bar and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool bag.
4. Take the jack out of the spare tire area.
5. Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer cone. Then remove the spare tire.
6. Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear of the wheel diagonal to the fl at tire.
7. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs
to be replaced.
8. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench.
Tool bagSpare tire
Setting Up the Jack
1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown in the image) until the top of the jack contacts the
jacking point. Make sure that the jacking point
tab is resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
• Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
• Use the jack provided in your vehicle. Other jacks may not support the w\
eight (“load”) or fi t the jacking point.
• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is fi rm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.
Jack
handle
bar Wheel nut
W rench as jack handle
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone unde\
rneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly , and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Replacing the Flat Tire
1. Remove the wheel nuts and fl at tire.
2. Mount the compact spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the
image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to
three times in this order. Do not overtighten the
wheel nuts.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the
low tire pressure/TPMS indicator appears. The
indicator stays on until a regular tire is installed.
Storing the Flat Tire 1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the fl at tire face down in the spare tire well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, fl ip it over, and insert it back on the bolt. Secure the
fl at tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely store the wheel nut wrench and jack handle bar back in the tool bag. Store the bag in
the cargo area.
5. Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place.
Wing bolt
Spacer
cone For compact
spare tire
For full-size tire
Loose items can fl y around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off and chec\
k to see if any
applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover\
. Locate the
fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box Located under the hood near the brake fl uid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the
box.
89VSA ECU7.5 A
10 (7.5 A)
11STRLD7.5 A
12 (20 A)
13Premium Amp*(20 A)
14
15Hazard10 A
16
17IG Coil15 A
18
19Daytime Running Lights(10 A)
20 Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclining (20 A)
21Deicer(15 A)
22
23IGP15 A
24
25Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
26
27MG Clutch7.5 A
28
29Backup10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps7.5 A
10 A10 A
15 A
15 A
10 A
20 A
7.5 A
Sub Fan Rly CL
HornStop
IGP2
DBW
Left Headlight Low Beam SMALL
Interior Lights
Heated Door Mirror
*
Front Fog Lights*
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 APower Tailgate(40 A)ABS/VSA FSR20 AABS/VSA Motor40 AE-DPS*(30 A)Main Fuse120 A
2
Main50 A
Fuse Box Main
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Headlight High Beam Main
ST Magnetic Switch(30 A)
Rear Defogger −
Heater Motor
Front Wiper Main Sub Fan Motor
Main Fan Motor
3
DC/DC1(30 A)DC/DC2(30 A)IG MAIN(30 A)IG MAIN2(30 A)
4
5−−
6
7−−
60 A
30 A
30 A −
40 A
30 A 20 A
20 A
−
−
−
−
*if equipped
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Circuit ProtectedAmps1−−2ACG10 A3SRS10 A4Fuel Pump15 A
5Meter10 A6Power Window7.5 A7VB SOL7.5 A
8Passenger’s Side Door Lock
Motor 2 (Unlock)15 A
9Driver’s Side Door Lock Motor 1 (Unlock)15 A
10 (7.5 A)
11Moonroof*(20 A)
12 Accessory Power Socket
(Center Console) 20 A
13Washer Main*(15 A)
14 (20 A)
15Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock)10 A
16 (20 A)
17Driver's Power Seat
Reclining*(20 A)
18
19ACC7.5 A−−
Driver's Power Seat Sliding
*
Seat Heaters*
Trailer*
2021Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
22
23Wiper10 A
24
25Audio10 A
26 (20 A)
27Accessory Power Socket
(Front)20 A
28 15 A
29OPDS7.5 A
30 Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10 A
31Smart*(10 A)
32 Passenger’s Side Door Lock
Motor 2 (Lock) 15 A
33Driver’s Side Door Lock
Motor 1 (Lock)15 A
34
35Illumination7.5 A
36 (10 A)
37Front Fog Lights*(20 A)
38
3910 A
40
41Door Lock20 A
42 Driver’s Side Power
Window 20 A
43Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window20 A
44 Front Passenger’s Side
Power Window 20 A
45Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window20 A
46
Circuit ProtectedAmps
Washer*
Power Tailgate*
7.5 A
ABS/VSA 7.5 A
A/C 7.5 A
ACC Key Lock
Right Headlight High Beam −− 10 A
Left Headlight High Beam Rear Wiper Main
*
10 A
Small Lights
−
−
Interior Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard.
*if equipped
Fuse label
Fuse box
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the vehicle off, including all lights and accessories.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws and replace
the fuse with a new one. Reinstall the screws.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine compartment and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned-out fuse, remove it with the fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
Blown fuse Combined fuse
Fuse
puller
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the\
chances
of damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE

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INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
Phone Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
• Dial/call by number • Dial/call by voice tag
Info Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
• Trip computer
• Display traffi c list
• Display traffi c on my route • Display clock
• Display wallpaper
On-screen Commands
The system accepts these commands on any screen where applicable. All
available commands are highlighted in yellow when you press the Talk button.
• Next (or Down)
• Previous (or Up)
• Return
• OK (excluding Startup Confi rmation screen)
• Delete
INDEX
ABS ......................................................25, 99
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ..............25, 102
Airbags ..............................................................9 Advanced Airbags ........................................9
Airbag Care ..................................................14
Airbag System Components ......................13
Airbag System Indicators ..........................11
Front Airbags (SRS) ......................................9
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................12
Side Airbags .................................................10
Side Curtain Airbags ...................................10
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator ... 11
Air Conditioning System.................................50
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ...................................25
Ambient Meter...............................................100
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................25, 99
Audio Operation ..............................................54 Accessory Power Socket ..........................54
Audio Commands ......................................148
Auxiliary Input Jack ....................................55
Bluetooth
® Audio ..................................62, 71
Compact Disc (CD) ................................59, 68
FM/AM Radio .........................................58, 66
HDMI Port .....................................................55
HDMI Video ..................................................73
HondaLink™ .................................................65
Intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ...............................................57
iPod
® ......................................................60, 69
Pandora® ................................................63, 72
SiriusXM® Radio ........................................67
Sound ............................................................56
Steering Wheel Controls ............................55
Touchscreen Operation .............................64
USB Adapter Cable .....................................54
USB Flash Drive .....................................61, 70
USB Port .......................................................54
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ..........48
Automatic Headlights .....................................40
Automatic Wipers ...........................................41
AUX Commands.............................................149
Auxiliary Input Jack ........................................55
AWD ............................................................25
Battery ..........................................................129
Bluetooth
® Audio ......................................62, 71
Bluetooth® Audio Commands .....................149
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ................74
E-Mail ............................................................83
HFL Controls ...........................................74, 78
HondaLink™ Assist .....................................84
Making a Call .........................................76, 81
Pairing a Phone .....................................75, 80
Siri Eyes Free ...............................................84 SMS Text Messaging ...........................77, 83
Speed Dial ..............................................76, 82
Voice Recognition Tips ...............................79
Brake Assist System.......................................99
Brake system .............................................24, 25
Braking ............................................................99
Brightness Control ..........................................39
Built-in key .......................................................32
Calibration ......................................................115
Carbon Monoxide Gas......................................4
Cargo Area Lights ...........................................39
Changing a Flat Tire ......................................116
Changing Settings .....................................30, 31
Changing Wiper Blades ...............................130
Charging system..............................................24
Child Safety ......................................................15 Childproof Door Locks ................................34
Selecting a Child Seat ................................17
Child Seat .........................................................17 Adding Security with a Tether ..................20
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ...................18
Climate Control Commands .........................147
Climate Control System ..................................51
Clock ............................................................53
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ............................25, 27, 106
Compact Disc (CD) ....................................59, 68
Compact Disc (CD) Commands ...................148
Contact Us ......................................................142
Cruise Control ..........................................27, 101
Customer Information...................................141
Customized Features ......................................31
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls .....................2
Daytime Running Lights (DRL).......................25
Destination .......................................................88
Detour ............................................................91
Dialing a Number ......................................76, 81
Door Mirrors ....................................................48
Door Operation ................................................34
Door/tailgate open ..........................................26
DOT Tire Quality Grading .............................136
Driver’s power seat .........................................42
Driving ............................................................92 Braking ..........................................................99
Cruise Control ............................................101
Ignition ..........................................................97
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...25, 27, 104
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 25, 27, 105
LaneWatch™ .............................................107
Maximum Load Limit ...................................94
Multi-View Rear Camera .................108, 109
Power Mode ................................................97
Refueling .....................................................110

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INDEX
Shifting ..........................................................98
Towing a Trailer ...........................................96
Driving Position Memory System .................47
Eco Assist System.........................................100
ECON Button ..................................................100
ECON mode ......................................................27
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ......................25
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............100
E-Mail ............................................................83
Emergency Engine Stop ...............................114
Emergency Towing .......................................114
Engine and Fuel Specs .................................140
Engine Coolant...............................................128
Engine Oil........................................................126
ENGINE START/STOP button ........................97
Exterior Lights ............................................27, 40
Fastening a Seat Belt .......................................7
Find Nearest Place .........................................89
Find Place Commands ..................................145
Flat Tire ..........................................................116
Floor Mats ........................................................45
Fluids ..........................................................140
FM/AM Radio .............................................58, 66
FM/AM Radio Commands ............................148
Fog lights ....................................................27, 40
Foot Brake ........................................................99
Frequently Asked Questions .......................141
Front Airbags (SRS) ..........................................9
Front Door Inner Handle ................................34
Front Seats .......................................................42
Front Wipers ....................................................41
Fuel Information ............................................110
Fuse Locations...............................................119
Garage Opener ................................................49
Handling Information ........................................4
Hazard lights ....................................................27
HDMI Port.........................................................55
HDMI Video ......................................................73
Head Restraints ...............................................44
Headlight-Wiper Integration .........................41
Heated Windshield Button ............................51
HFL Controls ...............................................74, 78
High beams ......................................................27
Home Address .................................................88
HomeLink
® Garage Opener ...........................49
Honda Roadside Assistance .......................143
HondaLink™ .....................................................65
HondaLink™ Assist .........................................84
Hood ..........................................................125
Ignition ............................................................97
i-MID ............................................................57
Immobilizer .......................................................27
Info buttons ................................................29, 30
Info Commands..............................................150
Information Display.........................................28 Instrument Panel .............................................24
Condition Indicators ...................................26
Malfunction Indicators ...............................24
On/Off Indicators .........................................27
Intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ...............................................57
Interior Lights...................................................39
Intermittent Wipers.........................................41
iPod
® ......................................................60, 69
iPod® Commands ..........................................149
Jump Starting ................................................111
Key ............................................................32
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .....25, 27, 104
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ...25, 27, 105
LaneWatch™ .................................................107
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ..................................5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat .......................18
LDW ..............................................25, 27, 104
Light Bulbs......................................................140
Lights ......................................................27, 39
LKAS ..............................................25, 27, 105
Lock Tab ............................................................34
Low fuel ............................................................26
Low oil pressure ..............................................24
Low tire pressure ............................................26
Maintenance..................................................122 Maintenance Minder™ ......................27, 123
Safety Precautions ...................................122
Service Codes ............................................124
Under the Hood .........................................125
Making a Call .............................................76, 81
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........................25
Manual seats ...................................................43
Map Display Commands ..............................144
Map Legend .....................................................90
Map Lights........................................................39
Master Door Lock Switch ..............................34
Maximum Load Limit.......................................94
Mirrors ............................................................48
Moonroof ..........................................................38
Multi-Information Display ..............................29
Multi-View Rear Camera .....................108, 109
Navigation ........................................................85 Detour ...........................................................91
Display and Controls ...................................86
Entering a Destination ................................88
Find Nearest Place .....................................89
Home Address .............................................88
Map Legend .................................................90
Navigation Commands .............................144
Place Category ............................................89
Routing ..........................................................90
Steering Wheel Controls ............................85
Street Address .............................................88
Traffi c ............................................................91 Turn-by-Turn Directions .............................90
Voice Prompt................................................87
Voice Recognition Tips ...............................87
One-Touch Turn Signal ...................................40
On-screen Commands..................................150
Opening the Hood .........................................125
Overheating....................................................113
Pairing a Phone .........................................75, 80
Pandora
® ....................................................63, 72
Pandora® Commands ...................................149
Panic button .....................................................32
Parking brake.............................................26, 99
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ....................12
Phone ......................................................75, 80
Phonebook .................................................76, 81
Phone Commands .........................................150
Place Category ................................................89
Power Door Mirrors........................................48
Power Mode ....................................................97
Power Moonroof .............................................38
Power seat .......................................................42
Power Tailgate .................................................36
Power Windows ..............................................37
Radio ......................................................58, 66
Readiness Codes...........................................139
Rear Camera ..........................................108, 109
Rear Seats ........................................................46
Rearview Mirror ..............................................48
Rear Wiper .......................................................41
Refueling.........................................................110
Remote Battery Strength .............................111
Remote Transmitter ........................................32
Reporting Safety Defects...............................23
Roadside Assistance ....................................143
Route Commands ..........................................146
Routing ............................................................90
Safety Information ............................................3 Carbon Monoxide Gas ..................................4
Childproof Door Locks ................................34
Child Safety ..................................................15
Handling Information ....................................4
Reporting Safety Defects ...........................23
Safety Label Locations ...............................22
Safety Messages ..........................................3
Seat Belts ...........................................................5 Fastening a Seat Belt ...................................7
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ..............................5
Seat Belt Inspection .....................................6
Seat belt reminder ......................................26
Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor ............8
Shoulder Anchor ...........................................7
Seat Heaters ....................................................52
Seats ............................................................42 Front Seats ...................................................42
Rear Seats ....................................................46 Select/reset knob ............................................28
SEL/RESET button .....................................29, 30
Service Codes................................................124
Settings ......................................................30, 31
Setting the Clock .............................................53
Shifting ............................................................98
Shift Lever Does Not Move .........................112
Shoulder Anchor ...............................................7
Side Airbags.....................................................10
Side Curtain Airbags.......................................10
Siri™ Eyes Free ...............................................84
SiriusXM
® Radio ..............................................67
SiriusXM® Radio Commands .......................148
Smart Entry system ...................................25, 33
SMS Text Messaging ...............................77, 83
Sound ............................................................56
Specifi cations ................................................140
Speed Dial ..................................................76, 82
Starter system .................................................25
Steering Wheel................................................47
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ...........1
Steering Wheel Controls..........................55, 85
Street Address.................................................88
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........24
System message .............................................26
Tailgate ......................................................33, 35
Tailgate open ...................................................26
Text Messaging .........................................77, 83
Tire Chains ......................................................134
Tire Information .............................................132 DOT Tire Quality Grading .........................136
Infl ation Guidelines ...................................132
Tire and Loading Information Label .......133
Tire and Wheel Replacement ..................133
Tire Identifi cation Number (TIN) .............135
Tire Labeling ...............................................135
Tire Service Life .........................................134
Tire Terminology ........................................135
Wear Indicators ........................................132
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............................................25, 115, 138
Tire Specs .......................................................140
Tongue load ......................................................96
Total trailer weight ..........................................96
Touchscreen Operation .................................64
Towing ....................................................96, 114
Towing Load Limits .........................................96
TPMS ............................................25, 115, 138
Traffi c ............................................................91
Troubleshooting .............................................141
Turn-by-Turn Directions .................................90
Turn Signal .................................................27, 40
Under the Hood .............................................125
USB Adapter Cable .........................................54
USB Commands.............................................149