2015 HONDA CROSSTOUR dead battery

Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 515)
Flat Tire (P 517)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the comp act spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P 534)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 525)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 538)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 532)
● 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
(P 542)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and th e driver’s door and fuel fill door unlock.
Twice: u The remaining doors and tailgate unlock.1Using the Remote Transmitter
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead.
2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 507
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features
* P. 280
Models with audio touch screen
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
When you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors, the tailgate, and
the fuel fill door.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the tailgate within
about 32 inches (80 cm) radius from the
tailgate release button.
■Locking the vehicle
Press the door lock button on the front door
or the tailgate.
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors, ta ilgate and fuel fill
door lock; and the security system sets.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
Door Lock Button
Lock
Button
1 Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
•Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and the tailgate
while someone else with the remote is within
range.
•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
•If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.
•You cannot unlock the door by gripping the handle
after two seconds of locking it.
•The door may not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 507
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledge ment setting.
2 Customized Features
* P. 280
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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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*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and tailgate are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key, remo te transmitter, or smart entry system.
■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,
remote transmitter, or smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1. The security system alarm indica tor goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security 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 th e lock tab or the master
door lock switch.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter th is system or add another
device to it.
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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is di sconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead.
■Reactivating the audio system
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w, and turn on the audio system.
u If you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q, you will be requested to
enter the audio security code.
u You can find out about your serial numb er and security code from a dealer.
2. Enter the audio security code using the preset buttons.
3. If you enter an incorrect digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do
not enter the code correctly after 10 tries , leave the system for one hour before
trying again, or visit a dealer to have the system reset.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Audio System Theft Protection
Find the audio system’s se curity code and serial
number label in your owner’s manual kit.
Do not store the label in your vehicle. If you lose the
label, you must first retrie ve the serial number, and
then obtain the code.
You can register the securi ty code at Honda Owners
(owners.honda.com. ), and find information on how
to retrieve the serial num ber and obtain the code at
radio-navicode.honda.com .
We recommend that you write down the serial
number in this owner’s manual.
You can find out about your serial number and
security code from a dealer.
U.S. models
Audio system without touch screen
U.S. models
Audio system without touch screen
U.S. models
Audio system without touch screen
Audio system without touch screen
Audio system without touch screen
Audio system without touch screen
Canadian models
Audio system with touch screen
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uuAudio System uRegion Setting*
Features
Region Setting*
The audio system’s region setting will be lo st when the battery is disconnected or
goes dead.
If the Region Select screen appears, you need to set the region for the audio
system. Follow the steps below:
1. Press to select OK.
2. Rotate to select the region you live in, then press .
3. You will receive a confirmation message on the screen. Rotate to select Yes,
then press .1 Region Setting*
The region setting is require d only when the battery
power is tempor arily disconnected. It has been
usually set to your vehicl e’s region type beforehand.
You cannot change the setting once you have
completed the setting proced ure. Contact a dealer if
you selected an incorrect region.
These indications are used to show how to operate
the MENU/SEL (Selector) knob or the interface dial.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery condition monthly by inspecting the terminals and cable ends for
corrosion.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 166
•The clock resets.
2 Setting the Clock P. 88
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the navigation system manual
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1 Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
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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525
Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter 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 light.
Turn on interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 506●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 538
The 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. 420, 422
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 107
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 83
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 541
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 542
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 528
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