2016 HONDA CR-V Quick Guide

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NSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive 
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator 
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not 
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on 
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Door/tailgate open*
A door or the tailgate is open.
Tailgate open*
The tailgate is open.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the 
fuel gauge. See your dealer.
Maintenance Minder™*
Scheduled maintenance for your vehicle is due.
Ca
nada
U.S.
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
VSA off
VSA engaged (blinking)
CRUISE MAIN* on
CRUISE CONTROL* on
Turn signals/ hazards on
Fog lights* on
High beams on
Exterior lights on
ECON mode on
LKAS* off
CMBS* off
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary. If 
the indicator remains on after tire inflation, you need to calibrate the system 
(see page 115). The indicator also appears if your vehicle is fitted\
with the
compact spare tire. Have your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon \
as
possible.
Immobilizer
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the 
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off, 
and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with the 
system. See your dealer.
*if equipped*if equipped
Brake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems. Your vehicle still has 
normal braking ability.Canada
U.S.
SYSTEM

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NSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Information Display*
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
*if equipped
Select/reset knob
Multi-Information Display (MID)*
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
*if equipped
OffInstant fuel economyAverage fuel economy A
Range
Elapsed time AAverage speed A
Vehicle settings

Info
buttons
SEL/RESET
button
Oil life
Instant fuel economy,
odometer, trip
meter A, outside temperature
Engine oil life
Instant fuel economy, average fuel B, trip meter B, outside temperature
Instant fuel economy,
range, trip
meter A, outside temperature
Instant fuel economy, average fuel A, trip meter A, outside temperature
Press the select/reset knob to change displays.
Odometer,
Outside temperature Trip A,
Outside temperature Trip B,
Outside temperature
023456m iles73°FA02345.6miles73°FB02345.6miles73°F
Main Displays
Press the Info buttons to change main displays.
Lower Displays
Press the SEL/RESET button to change lower displays.

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NSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Changing Settings Using the MID
Use the Info and SEL/RESET buttons to operate the Vehicle Settings menu in the 
MID. The vehicle must be in Park (P) to enter the menu.
Press the Info buttons to scroll to the Vehicle
Settings screen. Press the
SEL/RESET button to enter the menu.
Info buttons: Scroll through
menu options.
SEL/RESET button: Select a
menu option.
Customized Features
Use the Vehicle Menu in the i-MID to customize certain features, such as the 
display, the trip computer, and door locking/unlocking. Use the steering wheel 
controls to make and enter selections when the vehicle is stopped.
*if equipped
+ Button
Press to scroll upwards.
ButtonPress to go back to the previous display.
- Button
Press to scroll downards. SOURCE Button
Press to set your selection.
Button
Press to go to the next
display.
MENU Button
Press to go to Vehicle Menu.
Changing Settings Using the Touchscreen*
Select items on the touchscreen to make selections.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2. Select an option (Clock/Info, Audio, Bluetooth, Phone, Camera, System, or 
Navi*).
3. Select a setting option, and make your preferred changes.
4. Press the BACK button to exit the menus.

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EHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle.
Using the Key or Remote Transmitter
Lock or unlock the doors and tailgate.
HOLD
HOLD
HOLD
HOLD
Unlock button: Press once
to unlock the driver’s door.
Press again to unlock all
doors and the tailgate.
Built-in key: Slide the release
knob on the back of the transmitter and pull out the built-in key. 
Power tailgate button*:
Press and hold to unlock
and open the power
tailgate. Press again to
close it. Lock button: Press to lock the
doors and tailgate. Press again
for audible verification.
Panic button: Press and
hold to sound the alarm for
30 seconds. Press again to
cancel.
VEHICLE CONTROLS
Release knob
Built-in key
*if equipped
Leaving the key or remote transmitter in the vehicle can result in theft\
or
accidental movement of the vehicle. Always take it with you whenever you\
leave
the vehicle unattended.
NOTICE
Tailgate button*: Press
to unlock the tailgate.
Smart Entry System*
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purs\
e) and it
is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or 
unlock the doors and tailgate without handling the transmitter.
Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock:
 Grab the driver’s door handle when the 
vehicle is off to unlock the driver’s door. Grab the 
front passenger’s door handle to unlock all doors
and the tailgate.
To lock:
 Press the door lock button on the front 
door handle when the vehicle is off. If the remote 
transmitter is inside the vehicle, the doors will not
lock.
Unlocking/Locking the TailgateTo unlock:
Press the tailgate release button under 
the tailgate handle to unlock the tailgate. The
vehicle can be on or off.
To lock: Press the tailgate lock button to lock the 
tailgate and all doors. If the remote transmitter is 
inside the vehicle, the tailgate and doors will not
lock.
*if equipped
Door lock
button
Release
button
Door lock button

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EHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
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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EHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
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