2018 HONDA HR-V towing

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 29
For Safe Driving P. 30 Seat Belts P. 35 Airbags P. 44
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 90
2Controls P. 95
Clock P. 96 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 98
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 121
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 124
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 152
2 Features P. 177
Audio System P. 178 Audio System Basic Operation P. 184, 205
Customized Features P. 252 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 274, 297
2 Driving P. 327
Before Driving P. 328 Towing a Trailer P. 333
Parking Your Vehicle P. 385 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 386
2Maintenance P. 391
Before Performing Maintenance P. 392 Maintenance MinderTM P. 395
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 419
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 437
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 445
Tools P. 446 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 448
Overheating P. 463 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 465 Fuses P. 470
2 Information P. 479
Specifications P. 480 Identification Numbers P. 482
Emissions Testing P. 485 Warranty Coverages P. 487
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Contents
Child Safety P. 57Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70Safety Labels P. 71
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 115 Security System P. 118
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 123
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 140 Adjusting the Seats P. 142
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 163 Climate Control System* P. 167
Audio Error Messages P. 233General Information on the Audio System P. 237
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 337 When Driving P. 339 Braking P. 377
Refueling P. 388 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 390
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 399 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 411
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 423 Battery P. 433 Remote Transmitter Care P. 435
Cleaning P. 438 Accessories and Modifications P. 443
Engine Does Not Start P. 457Jump Starting P. 460 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 462
Emergency Towing P. 475 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 476
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 483 Reporting Safety Defects P. 484
Authorized Manuals P. 489 Customer Service Information P. 490
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 95
FeaturesP. 177
DrivingP. 327
MaintenanceP. 391
Handling the UnexpectedP. 445
InformationP. 479
IndexP. 492
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P445)
Flat Tire (P448)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P465)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P457)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P470)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P463)
● 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 (P475)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation ................................... 328
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 331
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ................................. 334
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 337
When Driving
Starting the Engine ................................... 339
Starting the Engine ................................... 342
Precautions While Driving ......................... 346
Continuously Variable Transmission
*......... 347
Shifting ..................................................... 348
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Continuously variable transmission models
without paddle shifters
Shifting .......................................................... 350
Shifting .......................................................... 354
ECON Button
*................................................ 357
Cruise Control ................................................ 358
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*................. 361
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*.................... 365
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability
Control (ESC), System .................................. 368
LaneWatch
TM*................................................ 370Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM*.... 372Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ......... 373
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ...................................... 375
Continuously variable transmission models
with paddle shifters
Manual transmission models
Braking
Brake System ................................... 377
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 383
Brake Assist System ......................... 384
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 385
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 386
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 388
How to Refuel ................................. 389
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 390
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Informatio n label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For exampl e, if the “XXX” amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load. 2 Specifications P. 480
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 480
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed be hind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 475
Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome.
Perform the following procedure before towing your vehicle.
1. Shift to
(N.
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Turn the ignition sw itch to ACCESSORY
(q*1.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not lock.
4. Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
u This can prevent the battery from running down.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
1 Towing Your Vehicle
Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
Consult your towing parts sales or rental agency if
any other items are recommended or required for
your towing situation.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Manual transmission models
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