2016 HONDA CR-V tow

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Checking the Battery
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.
For jump starting, see page 112.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead\

compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
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 protective clothing and a 
face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer 
reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water solution 
can damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
Window Washer Fluid
If the washer fluid level is low, fill the washer reservoir. 
Canadian models
If the washer fluid level is low, the washer level 
indicator or a message appears.
Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them first with a 
paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, 
you should change the wiper blades.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Push the lock tab up. 
3. Slide the blade holder from the wiper arm.
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by 
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade 
that has been removed, and mount to a new 
rubber blade. Correctly align the rubber 
protrusion and the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from 
the bottom end. The tab on the holder should fit 
in the indent of the wiper blade.
7. Attach the wiper holder to the wiper arm until
the lock tab clicks into place.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then
the driver side.
Lock tab
Blade
To p Retainer
Blade
Ta b Indent
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system 
and can cause extensive damage.
NOTICE
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the 
reservoir. Use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3.
Pour the fluid carefully.
If the fluid level is at or below the MIN mark, have a 
dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads as soon as 
possible.
Brake reservoir
MIN
MAX

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Contact Us
Honda dealer personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer 
all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve 
to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s service manager or
general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s 
management, contact Honda Automobile Customer Service.
U.S. owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
In Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us the following information:
• 
Vehicle Identification Number
• Date of purchase
•  Odometer reading of your vehicle
• 
Your name, address, and telephone number
• A detailed description of the problem
•  Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Canadian owners
Honda Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Blvd.
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: (888) 946-6329
Fax: (877) 939-0909
e-mail: [email protected]
Q:
Why can’t I select an item using the selector knob or touchscreen*?
A: To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited or inoperable while the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q: Where can I find the vehicle identification number (VIN)?
A: Check the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
*if equipped
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States and Canada 
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting, 
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada).
Warranty Coverages
Below is a brief summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle. 
New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions
control system and accessories, against defects in materials and workman\
ship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty: Covers your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and
coverage are conditional.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty:
Covers seat belts that fail to function properly. 
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty: Covers all exterior body panels that rust through 
from the inside.
Accessory Limited Warranty: Covers Honda accessories.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty: Covers all Honda replacement parts against
defects in materials and workmanship.
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty: Provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer. 
Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty: Covers a replacement muffler for
the duration of the ownership.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. See the Warranty Manual
on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) for complete descriptions of each warranty, including time, mileage, and
other conditional limitations.
Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty 
information can be found on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com 
(U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada).

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INDEX
INDEX
INDEX
ABS .............................................................25ACC ...........................................................102
Accessory Power Socket ...............................55
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ...............25, 102Airbags  ...............................................................9Advanced Airbags .........................................9Airbag Care ...................................................14Airbag System Components .......................13Airbag System Indicators ...........................11Front Airbags (SRS) .......................................9Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................12Side Airbags ..................................................10Side Curtain Airbags ....................................10
Supplemental Restraint System indicator
.............................................11
Air Conditioning System ..................................51
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ....................................25Ambient Meter................................................ 100
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................25, 99
Audio Commands ...........................................148
Audio Operation ...............................................55
Accessory Power Socket ...........................55Auxiliary Input Jack .....................................56
Bluetooth® Audio ...................................63, 72Compact Disc (CD) .................................60, 69FM/AM Radio ..........................................59, 67HDMI Port ......................................................56
HondaLink™ ..................................................66Intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) ................................................58
iPod® .......................................................61, 70Pandora® .................................................64, 73SiriusXM® Radio ...........................................68Sound .............................................................57
Steering Wheel Controls .............................56
Touchscreen Operation ..............................65USB Adapter Cable ......................................55USB Flash Drive ......................................62, 71USB Port ........................................................55Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...........49
Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers ...................42
AUX Commands .............................................. 149
Auxiliary Input Jack .........................................56AWD  .............................................................25Battery ...........................................................130
Bluetooth® Audio .......................................63, 72Bluetooth® Audio Commands ......................149
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .................74E-Mail  .............................................................83
HFL Controls ............................................74, 78HondaLink™ Assist ......................................84
Making a Call ..........................................76, 81Pairing a Phone ......................................75, 80
Siri® Eyes Free ..............................................84
SMS Text Messaging ............................77, 83Speed Dial ...............................................76, 82Talk Button Tips ............................................79
Brake Assist System ........................................ 99
Brake Fluid
......................................................130
Brake system ..............................................24, 26Braking .............................................................99
Brightness Control ...........................................39Carbon Monoxide Gas....................................... 4
Cargo Area Lights ............................................39
Changing a Flat Tire .......................................117
Changing Settings ......................................30, 31
Changing Wiper Blades ................................131
Charging system ............................................... 24
Childproof Door Locks .....................................34
Child Safety .......................................................15
Child Seat ..........................................................17
Adding Security with a Tether ...................20LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ....................18
Selecting a Child Seat .................................17
Climate Control Commands ..........................147
Climate Control System ...................................52Clock .............................................................54
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
...................................25, 106Compact Disc (CD) .....................................60, 69Compact Disc (CD) Commands ....................148Condition Indicators ........................................26
Contact Us .......................................................142
Cruise Control ...........................................27, 101Customer Information.................................... 141Customized Features .......................................31Dashboard Controls .......................................... 2
Destination ........................................................88Detour  .............................................................91Dialing a Number .......................................76, 81Door Mirrors .....................................................49Door Operation .................................................34Doors  .............................................................33Door/tailgate open ...........................................26DOT Tire Quality Grading ..............................137Driving  .............................................................92
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................102
Braking ...........................................................99
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
.........................................106
Cruise Control .............................................101ENGINE START/STOP button .....................97
Ignition ...........................................................97Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ..............104
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .......105
LaneWatch™ ..............................................107 Maximum Load Limit
....................................94
Multi-View Rear Camera ..........................108
Power Mode .................................................97
Refueling ......................................................110
Shifting ...........................................................98
Towing a Trailer ............................................96Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) ................100Driving Position Memory System ..................48Eco Assist™ System ......................................100ECON Button ...................................................100ECON mode .......................................................27Electric Power Steering (EPS) .......................25Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................100E-Mail  .............................................................83Emergency Engine Stop ................................114Emergency Towing ........................................114Engine and Fuel ..............................................140Engine Coolant................................................ 129Engine Oil......................................................... 127ENGINE START/STOP button .........................97Exterior lights ..............................................27, 40Fastening a Seat Belt ........................................7
Find Nearest Place ..........................................89
Find Place Commands ...................................145Flat Tire ...........................................................117
Floor Mats .........................................................46Fluids ...........................................................140FM/AM Radio ..............................................59, 67FM/AM Radio Commands .............................148
Fog lights .....................................................27, 40Foot Brake .........................................................99Frequently Asked Questions ........................141Front Airbags (SRS) ...........................................9Front Door Inner Handle .................................34
Front Seats ........................................................43
Front Wipers .....................................................41Fuel Information .............................................110
Fuse Locations ................................................ 120
Garage Opener
.................................................50HDMI Port.......................................................... 56Headlight-Wiper Integration ..........................41
Head Restraints ................................................45
Heated Windshield Button .............................52High beams .......................................................27
Home Address ..................................................88
HomeLink® Garage Opener ............................50
HondaLink™ ......................................................66
HondaLink™ Assist ..........................................84
Honda Roadside Assistance ........................143Hood ...........................................................126Ignition  .............................................................97i-MID  .............................................................58
Immobilizer ........................................................27Info buttons .......................................................29Info Commands............................................... 149
Information Display..........................................28Instrument Panel ..............................................24Intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) ................................................58Interior Lights.................................................... 39Intermittent Wipers..........................................41
iPod® .......................................................61, 70iPod® Commands ...........................................149
Jump Starting .................................................112Key .............................................................32Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............25, 104Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ....25, 105
LaneWatch™ ..................................................107Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...................................5LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ........................18Light Bulbs....................................................... 140Lights .............................................................39LKAS .....................................................27, 105Locking the Tailgate .........................................33Lock Tab .............................................................34Low fuel .............................................................26
Low oil pressure ...............................................24
Low tire pressure .............................................27
Maintenance ................................................... 123
Battery
.........................................................130
Brake Fluid ..................................................130Engine Coolant ............................................129Engine Oil .....................................................127
Maintenance Minder™ .......................26, 124Safety Precautions ....................................123
Service Codes .............................................125
Under the Hood ..........................................126
Window Washer Fluid ...............................130
Making a Call ..............................................76, 81Malfunction indicator lamp ............................25Malfunction Indicators.................................... 24Map Display Commands ...............................144
Map Legend ......................................................90
Map Lights ......................................................... 39
Master Door Lock Switch ...............................34
Maximum Load Limit ........................................ 94
Mirrors .............................................................49
Moonroof ...........................................................38Multi-Information Display ...............................29
Multi-View Rear Camera ..............................108
Navigation .........................................................85
Detour ............................................................91Display and Controls ....................................86Entering a Destination .................................88
Find Nearest Place ......................................89
Home Address ..............................................88
Map Legend ..................................................90
Place Category .............................................89
Routing ...........................................................90
Steering Wheel Controls .............................85

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INDEX
INDEX
Street Address ..............................................88Traffic .............................................................91Turn-by-Turn Directions ..............................90
Voice Prompt ................................................. 87
Voice Recognition Tips
................................87
Navigation Commands ..................................144
One-Touch Turn Signal ....................................40On/Off Indicators ..............................................27
On-screen Commands ...................................149
Opening the Hood
..........................................126
Overheating ..................................................... 113
Pairing a Phone
..........................................75, 80Pandora® .....................................................64, 73Pandora® Commands ....................................148
Parking Brake .............................................26, 99Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .....................12Phone .......................................................75, 80Phonebook ..................................................76, 81Phone Commands ..........................................149
Place Category .................................................89Power Door Mirrors......................................... 49
Power Mode .....................................................97
Power Moonroof ..............................................38
Power sliding doors .........................................25
Power tailgate ............................................25, 36
Power Windows ...............................................37Radio .......................................................59, 67Rain-Sensing Wipers ....................................... 42
Readiness Codes ............................................ 139
Rear Camera
...................................................108
Rear Seats .........................................................47
Rearview Mirror ...............................................49
Rear Wiper ........................................................42
Refueling .......................................................... 110
Remote Battery Strength
..............................111
Remote Transmitter .........................................32Reporting Safety Defects................................ 23
Roadside Assistance .....................................143
Route Commands ...........................................146Routing .............................................................90Safety Information .............................................3Carbon Monoxide Gas ...................................4
Child Safety ...................................................15Handling Information .....................................4Reporting Safety Defects ............................23Safety Label Locations ................................22
Safety Messages ...........................................3
Seat Belts ............................................................5
Fastening a Seat Belt ....................................7Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...............................5Seat Belt Inspection ......................................6Seat belt reminder .......................................26Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor .............8
Shoulder Anchor ............................................7
Seat Heaters .....................................................53
Seats .............................................................43Select/reset knob .............................................28SEL/RESET button ............................................29
Service Codes ................................................. 125
Settings .......................................................30, 31
Setting the Clock ..............................................54Shifting .............................................................98Shift Lever Does Not Move ..........................111
Shoulder Anchor ................................................7Side Airbags...................................................... 10Side Curtain Airbags........................................10
Siri® Eyes Free ..................................................84
SiriusXM® Radio .............................................68
SiriusXM® Radio Commands ......................148Smart Entry System ...................................25, 33
SMS Text Messaging ................................77, 83Sound .............................................................57
Specifications .................................................140Speed Dial ...................................................76, 82Starter system ..................................................25
Steering Wheel ................................................. 48
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ............1
Steering Wheel Controls ...........................56, 85
Street Address .................................................. 88
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
...11, 24System message ..............................................26Tailgate .......................................................33, 35
Tailgate open ....................................................26
Talk Button Tips ..........................................79, 87Text Messaging ..........................................77, 83Tire Information ..............................................133DOT Tire Quality Grading ..........................137Inflation Guidelines ....................................133Tire and Loading Information Label ........134
Tire and Wheel Replacement ...................134
Tire Chains ...................................................135Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..............136Tire Labeling ................................................136
Tire Service Life ..........................................135
Tire Terminology .........................................136Wear Indicators .........................................133
Winter Tires .................................................135
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
.......................................25, 115Tires ...........................................................140
Touchscreen Operation ..................................65Towing ...........................................................114
Towing a Trailer ................................................96Traffic .............................................................91
Troubleshooting ..............................................141Turn-by-Turn Directions ..................................90
Turn signal ...................................................27, 40Under the Hood ..............................................126USB Adapter Cable ..........................................55
USB Commands .............................................. 148
USB Flash Drive..........................................62, 71USB Port ............................................................55Vehicle ...........................................................140
Vehicle Controls ...............................................32Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) ........25, 27, 100Visual Index......................................................... 1Voice Command Index ..................................144
Voice Prompt ....................................................87
Warranty Coverages .....................................143Wear Indicators .............................................133
Window Washer Fluid ...................................130
Windows ............................................................ 37
Winter Tires
.....................................................135
Wiper Blades ..................................................131
Wiper Operation ...............................................41