2016 HONDA CR-V lock

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Door Operation
Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors.
Using the Lock Tab
To unlock:
 Pull the lock tab rearward. When you 
unlock the door using the lock tab on the driver’s 
door, only the driver’s door unlocks.
To lock:
 Push the lock tab forward. When you lock 
the door using the lock tab on the driver’s door, all 
other doors and the tailgate lock.
Using the Front Door Inner HandleWhen you pull either front door inner handle, the
door unlocks and opens.
Using the Master Door Lock SwitchTo unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to
unlock all doors and the tailgate.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock all
doors and the tailgate.
The front passenger’s door also has the master door
lock switch.
Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors
from being opened from the inside, regardless of the 
position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position,
and close the door.
Open the door using the outer door handle.
Tailgate Operation*
Use these methods to operate the tailgate.
Opening the Tailgate
Press the tailgate release button and lift up the 
tailgate to open it.
Closing the Tailgate
Grab the inner handle and pull the tailgate down. 
Push it closed from the outside.
*if equipped
Lock tabTo lock
To unlock
To lock
To unlock
Master doorlock switch
Lock Unlock
Release button
Inner handle

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Power Tailgate Operation*
Use these methods to operate the power tailgate.
Power Tailgate Button
The vehicle must be in Park (P) with all doors 
unlocked.
Press and hold the power tailgate button on the 
dashboard to open the tailgate. Press it again at any 
time to close it.
Power Tailgate Close Button
Press the power tailgate close button to 
automatically close the tailgate. Press it again at
any time to reverse the tailgate direction.
*if equipped
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the 
switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and 
close all the windows.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop the
window at any time, push or pull the switch again
briefly.
Manual OperationTo open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach the desired position.
Power Window Lock
Push in the power window lock button so only the driver’s window can be 
operated.
Closing the power tailgate while anyone is in the path of the tailgate c\
an
cause serious injury.
Make sure everyone is away from the tailgate before closing it. 
WARNING
Do not push or pull on the power tailgate when it is being automatically opened 
or closed. Forcibly opening or closing the power tailgate while in operation can 
deform the tailgate frame.
NOTICE Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious
injury.Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
WARNING
Off
Power window
lock buttonDriver’s window
switch OnIndicatorFront passenger’s
window switch

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Power Moonroof Operation*
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switch 
on the ceiling.
Automatic Operation
To open:
 Push the switch back firmly to the second 
detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly to the
second detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefly.
Manual OperationTo open:
 Push and hold the switch back to the first detent until the desired position 
is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the first detent until the desire\
d
position is reached.
Moonroof TiltTo tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release.
*if equipped
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Brightness Control
Adjust instrument panel brightness when the 
vehicle is on.
To brighten:
 Turn the knob to the right.
To dim: Turn the knob to the left.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches 
minimum or maximum.
Interior LightsChange the interior light settings using the switch
on the ceiling.
ON position:
 Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Interior lights come on 
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.
OFF position:
 Interior lights remain off.
Map LightsPress the front map lights to turn on or off.
Cargo Area LightsLocated on the rear ceiling in front of the tailgate.
ON position: Cargo lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Cargo area lights are on
when the tailgate is open.
OFF position: Cargo area lights remain off.
Close Open
Tilt
Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
WARNING
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered with 
snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
NOTICE
Control knob
Off
Door-activated
position
Door-activated
position On
Off

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*if equipped
One-Touch Turn Signal
Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.
Lightly push the turn signal lever up or down for a
three-blink sequence.
For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down
until it locks into place.
Wiper Operation
The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on.
Front Wipers
Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired position.
*if equipped
Intermittent (INT) Wipers*
When you move the lever to the INT position, the 
wipers operate based on the delay adjustment.
Rotate the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay.
Pull to use
washer.
MIST
OFF
INT*: Low speed intermittent AUTO*: Automatic intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Headlight-Wiper Integration*When the headlights are in the AUTO position, they automatically turn on\
when
the front wipers operate several times within a certain interval. The he\
adlights
turn off shortly after the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough ambient light.
INT position
Adjustment ringLower speed
Higher speed
Exterior LightsRotate the switches on the headlight lever to operate the exterior light\
s. Push the
lever forward to turn on the high beams. Return the lever to its original position for 
low beams.
OFF: All exterior lights are off.
: Turn on exterior lights except headlights.
AUTO:
 Turn on the automatic lighting feature*. 
Headlights turn on or off depending on ambient 
brightness when the vehicle is on. Headlights 
automatically come on after the wipers are
engaged for a certain time.
: Turn on all exterior lights including headlights.
: Turn fog lights* on or off.
High beams
Low
beams Flashing the high beams
Fog lights*
Left turn Right turn

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Manual seats*
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the 
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining 
control of the vehicle.
WARNING
Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or de\
ath in a
crash.
Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor.
WARNING
*if equipped
Adjusting the Head Restraints
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. Head 
restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other \
rear-impact
crash injuries.
The center of the back of the occupant’s head 
should rest against the center of the restraint. The
tops of the occupant’s ears should be level with the 
center height of the restraint.
Front and rear center seat head restraints
To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward.
To lower the head restraint: Push it down while
pressing the release button.
To remove the head restraint: Pull the restraint up as
far as it will go. Then push the release button, and 
pull the restraint up and out.
To reinstall a head restraint:
 Insert the legs back 
in place, then adjust the head restraint to an
appropriate height while pressing the release button. 
Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is locked in
position.
Rear outer seat head restraints
To fold down the head restraint: Pull up on the strap.
To return the head restraint to its upright position:
Pull up the head restraint and push it back until it 
latches into place.
In order for the head restraint system to work properly:
• Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.
• Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.
• Install each restraint in its proper location.
Height adjustment (Driver’s seat only) Pull up or push down the lever to
raise or lower the seat.
Seat-back angle
Pull up the lever to
change the angle.
Horizontal position adjustment
Pull up on the bar to move the seat, then release the bar.
Position head in the
center of the head
restraint.
Strap
Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and 
increases the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before driving.
WARNING

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Failure to reinstall, or correctly reinstall, the head restraints can re\
sult in
severe injury during a crash.
Always replace the head restraints before driving.
WARNING
Floor Mats
Position the front seat floor mats properly, and anchor
them. If they are not properly positioned, the floor 
mats can interfere with the front seat functions.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of the
anchored mats.Unlock
Lock
Rear Seats
Fold down rear seats to allow for additional storage space.
Folding Down Rear Seats
1. Store the center seat belt. Insert the latch plate 
into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle. 
Retract the seat belt into the holder on the ceiling 
(see page 8).
2. Lower the center head restraint to its lowest
position. Put the armrest back into the seat-back.
3. From the rear door side: Pull the release strap.
From the cargo area side: Pull the release lever.

Make sure all items in the cargo area or items
extending to the rear seats are properly secured.
Loose items can fly forward if you have to brake 
hard.
Returning Seats to the Upright Position
1. Pull the seat-back up and push back into place 
until you hear a click.
2. Push the head restraint up to its original position.
3. Pull the seat cushion up and push it down into its
original position.
Lever

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Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you 
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1. Pull up the steering wheel adjustment lever.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and in
or out.
3. Push down the steering wheel adjustment
lever to lock the steering wheel in position.
Driving Position Memory System*
You can store two driver’s seat positions into memory when the vehicle is on using
the buttons on the driver’s door.
1. Adjust the seat to your preferred position.
2. Press SET.
3. Press and hold memory button 1 or 2. You will hear 
two beeps when the memory is set.
4. Press one of the memory buttons to recall 
previously stored positions.
Lumbar positions cannot be stored.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, the seat
adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.
*if equipped
To adjust
To lockLever
*if equipped
Adjusting the Mirrors
Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sitting in the 
correct driving position.
Rearview Mirror with Day/Night Positions*
Manually adjust the position to reduce headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. Flip the tab to 
switch between day and night positions.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*When driving after dark, the automatic dimming
function reduces the glare from headlights behind 
you.
A green indicator appears when automatic dimming
is on. The function cancels when the shift lever is in
Reverse (R).
Power Door MirrorsAdjust the power door mirrors when the vehicle is on.
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right mirror.
After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the
center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press the switch
left, right, up, or down to move the mirror.
Memorybutton 1
Memorybutton 2
SET button
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to los\
e
control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
WARNING
Night position
Ta b
Day
position
Sensor
Adjustment
switch
Selector
switch

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Setting the Clock
Adjust the time using the steps described for your vehicle type.
Using the SETUP Button*
Use this method for vehicles with one display. Use the selector knob to make and 
enter selections.
1. Press the SETUP button.
2. Select Adjust Clock.
3. Select the hour and adjust as necessary.
4. Select the minutes and adjust as necessary.
5. Select Set when complete.
6. Press the Back button to exit the menus.
Using the Settings Menu*
Use this method for vehicles with touchscreen. Touch items to make selections.
On vehicles with navigation, the time is automatically set using GPS sig\
nals.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2. Select the Clock/Info tab.
3. Select Clock Adjustment.
4. Adjust the hour and minute vaules.
5. Select OK when complete.
*if equipped
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
Basic Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
USB Adapter Cable*
1. Open the center console. Unclip the USB
connector and loosen the adapter cable.
2. Connect a USB flash drive or other audio device,
such as an iPod® or iPhone®.
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
*if equipped
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter element. This can overheat the 
power socket.
NOTICE
USB Port*
1. Open the center console. Open one of the USB
covers.
2. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port, or 
connect another audio device, such as an iPod®
or iPhone®, into the USB port.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.State or local laws may prohibit the operation  of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Accessory Power Socket
Open the socket cover in the front console to use
power when the vehicle is on. An additional power
socket is also located in the center console.