2021 HONDA CR-V emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 72Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 86Safety Labels P. 87
Tailgate P. 166 Security System P. 177 Windows P. 180
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 185 Mirrors P. 205
Climate Control System P. 234
Audio Error Messages P. 339 General Information on the Audio System P. 344
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 397, 421 Compass* P. 455
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 465 When Driving P. 467 Honda Sensing ® P. 501 Braking P. 549
Refueling P. 570 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 573
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 584 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 596
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 604 12-volt Battery P. 613 Remote Transmitter Care P. 615
Cleaning P. 617 Accessories and Modifications P. 622
Handling of the Jack P. 641 Power System Won’t Start P. 642 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 645
Fuses P. 657 Emergency Towing P. 661
Refueling P. 663
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 669 Reporting Safety Defects P. 670
Authorized Manuals P. 676 Customer Service Information P. 677
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 89
ControlsP. 149
FeaturesP. 241
DrivingP. 457
MaintenanceP. 575
Handling the UnexpectedP. 625
InformationP. 665
IndexP. 679
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P625)
Flat Tire (P627)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit in the cargo
area.
Indicators Come On
(P650)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Power System Won't
Start
(P642)
●If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P657)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P647)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system cool down.
Emergency Towing (P661)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Behind a Motorhome
Driving
Towing Behind a Motorhome
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 661
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 626
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 627
Handling of the Jack ......................... 641
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 642
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 643
Emergency Power System Off........... 644
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 645
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 647 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 650
If the 12-volt Batt ery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 650
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 651
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 652
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 653
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 654
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 655
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 656
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 657
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 660
Emergency Towing ........................... 661
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate.......... 662Refueling................................................. 663
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 661
•Front: 32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210 kPa) or more:
• Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
• 33 psi (230 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exc eed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Models with 235/65R17 104H tires
Models with 235/60R18 103H tires
Models with 235/55R19 101H tires
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the in dicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 661
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Specifications............................................ 666
Specified Fuel .................................... 570, 666
Speedometer ............................................. 126
SPORT Mode Indicator ............................................ 96, 481
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 59
Starting the Engine Engine Switch Buzzer............................... 186
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead ................... 645
Steering Wheel ......................................... 204
Adjusting ................................................. 204
Stopping .................................................... 557
Summer Tires ............................................ 612
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 225
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 59
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 6, 7, 185
System Message Indicator ........................ 100
T
Tailgate..................................................... 166
Unable to Open ....................................... 662
Temperature
Outside Temperature Display ................... 138
Temperature Sensor ................................. 138
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ..................... 627
Theft Protection ........................................ 245
Time (Setting) ........................................... 150
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ...................................................... 491 Tires
........................................................... 604
Air Pressure ..................................... 605, 667
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 604
Inspection ............................................... 604
Labeling .................................................. 605
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 627
Regulations ............................................. 607
Rotation .................................................. 611
Summer .................................................. 612
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ...................... 627
Tire Chains .............................................. 612
Wear Indicators ....................................... 609
Winter..................................................... 612
Tonneau Cover ......................................... 226
Tools .......................................................... 626
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 463
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 464
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 661
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 491
Transmission ..................................... 474, 475
Number................................................... 668
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 477
Operation.................................................. 32
Shift Position Indicator....................... 95, 477
Shifting ................................................... 475
Transmission System
Indicator............................................ 95, 656
TRIP Knob ................................................. 129
Trip Meter ................................................. 129 TRK (Temporary Repair Kit)
.................... 627
Troubleshooting ...................................... 625
Blown Fuse ............................. 657, 658, 659
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 38
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 38
Emergency Towing ................................. 661
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 645
Noise When Braking ................................. 39
Overheating ............................................ 647
Power System Won’t Start ...................... 642
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 627
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 38, 164
Warning Indicators.................................... 90
Turn Signals .............................................. 188
Turn signals Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ................... 100
Turning on the Power
Does Not Activate ................................... 642
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 155
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 162
USB Flash Drives ....................... 263, 319, 345
USB Port(s) ................................................ 243
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