2020 HONDA CR-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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 39 Airbags P. 48
2Instrument Panel P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Displays P. 112
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 135
Moonroof* P. 166 Panoramic Roof*1 P. 167
Adjusting the Seats P. 198
2 Features P. 233
Audio System P. 234 Audio System Basic Operation P. 240, 261
Customized Features P. 353, 360 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 387
2 Driving P. 451
Before Driving P. 452 Towing a Trailer P. 457Parking Your Vehicle P. 546 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 552
2Maintenance P. 559
Before Performing Maintenance P. 560 Maintenance MinderTM P. 563
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 586
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 603
2Handling the Unexpected P. 611
Tools P. 612 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 613
Overheating P. 627 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 629
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 641
2 Information P. 643
Specifications P. 644 Identification Numbers P. 646
Emissions Testing P. 649 Warranty Coverages P. 651
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Contents
Child Safety P. 62Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 75Safety Labels P. 76
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 149 Security Sy stem P. 160 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 163
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 170 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 196
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 208 Climate Control System P. 228
Audio Error Messages P. 331 General Information on the Audio System P. 336
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 390, 414 Compass* P. 448
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 463 When Driving P. 465 Braking P. 528
Refueling P. 554 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 557 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 558
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 569 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 581
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 590 Battery P. 599 Remote Transmitter Care P. 601
Cleaning P. 604 Accessories and Modifications P. 609
Engine Does Not Start P. 620Jump Starting P. 623 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 626
Fuses P. 635 Emergency Towing P. 640
Refueling P. 642
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 647 Reporting Safety Defects P. 648
Authorized Manuals P. 653 Customer Service Information P. 654
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 131
FeaturesP. 233
DrivingP. 451
MaintenanceP. 559
Handling the UnexpectedP. 611
InformationP. 643
IndexP. 657
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P611)
Flat Tire (P613)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P629)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start (P620)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P635)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P627)
●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
(P640)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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451
Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 452
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 457
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 460
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 462
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
General Information ......................... 463
Important Safety Precautions............ 463
Avoiding Trouble ............................. 464
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 465, 467
Precautions While Driving................. 472
Continuously Variable Transmission ... 473 Shifting ............................................ 474
Auto Idle Stop.................................. 476
ECON Button ................................... 482
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 483
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 485
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System ... 501Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 505Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............. 513
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 519
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System
TM*...................................... 521Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 522
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 526
Braking Brake System ................................... 528
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 534
Brake Assist System ......................... 535
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 536
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 546
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 552
Refueling ........................................... 554
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 557
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 558
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire
and Loading Information label atta ched 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 combined 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 example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount 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. 644
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 644
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
456
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 trailer, 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.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a tailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 457
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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457Continued
Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the trailer,
cargo, and everything in or on it must not
exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg). Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.
■Tongue load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded
trailer on the hitch should be approximately
10% of the total trailer weight.
• Excessive tongue load reduces front tire
traction and steering control. Too little
tongue load can make the trailer unstable
and cause it to sway.
• To achieve a proper tongue load, start by
loading 60% of the load toward the front
of the trailer and 40% toward the rear.
Readjust the lo ad as needed.
■Towing Load Limits1Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not av ailable, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle's first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Specifications P. 644
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
To ngue LoadTongue Load
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
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Driving
Towing equipment varies by the size of your trailer, how much load you are towing,
and where you are towing.
■Hitches
The hitch must be of an approved type and properly bolted to the underbody.
■Safety chains
Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Leave enough slack to allow the
trailer to turn corners easily, but do not allow the chains to drag on the ground.
■Trailer brakes
Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more:
There are two common types of trailer brake s: surge and electric. Surge brakes are
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will get wet. If you choose electric brakes,
be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not attempt to attach trailer brakes to
your vehicle's hydraulic system, as it w ill lower braking effectiveness and create a
potential hazard.
■Additional towing equipment
Many states and provinces/territories requi re special outside mirrors when towing a
trailer. Even if mirrors are not required in your locale, you should install special
mirrors if visibility is restricted in any way.
■Towing Equipment and Accessories1Towing Equipment and Accessories
Make sure that all equipmen t is properly installed and
maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province/
territory, and lo cal regulations.
Consult your trai ler maker for prope r installation and
setup of the equipment.
Improper installation and setup can affect the
handling, stability, and br aking performance of your
vehicle.
Consult your traile r sales or rental agency if any other
items are recommended or required for your towing
situation.
The lighting and wiring of tra ilers can vary by type
and brand. If a connector is required, it should only
be installed by a qua lified technician.
Trailer packages and products:
•Ball mount, hitch plug, hitch pin etc.•Wiring harness kit
•Trailer hitch kit
2Trailer brakes P. 458
Are available at a dealer.
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