2021 HONDA HR-V emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 68Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 81Safety Labels P. 82
Tailgate P. 160 Security System P. 163
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 169 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 191
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 205 Heating and Cooling System
* P. 216
Audio Error Messages P. 327General Information on the Audio System P. 333
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 374, 397
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 434 When Driving P. 436 Honda Sensing®* P. 464
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 515 Refueling P. 517 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 520
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 533 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 545
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 559 Battery P. 570 Remote Transmitter Care P. 572
Cleaning P. 575 Accessories and Modifications P. 580
Engine Does Not Start P. 595 If the Battery Is Dead P. 598 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 600
Emergency Towing P. 613 If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 614
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 621 Reporting Safety Defects P. 622
Authorized Manuals P. 628 Customer Service Information P. 629
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 35
Instrument PanelP. 83
ControlsP. 137
FeaturesP. 231
DrivingP. 427
MaintenanceP. 521
Handling the UnexpectedP. 583
InformationP. 617
IndexP. 631
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P583)
Flat Tire (P586)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P603)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P595)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P608)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P601)
●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 (P613)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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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.
Towing Behind a Motorhome
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 613
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 584
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 586
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 595
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 596
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 597
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 598
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 600
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 601 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On....603
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 603
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 604
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 605
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 605
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 606 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 607
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 608
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 612
Emergency Towing ........................... 613
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 614
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the multi-information display*.
• If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears.
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 596
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 170
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
• If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 570
•If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 608
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 436, 439
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 163
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 121, 124
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 612
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 613
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 598
Models with smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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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 best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency 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.
NOTICE
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.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 507
2WD models
All models
2WD models
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Index
Rotation .................................................. 567
Spare Tire ........................................ 586, 619
Summer................................................... 568
Tire Chains .............................................. 568
Wear Indicators ....................................... 565
Winter ..................................................... 568
Tools .......................................................... 584
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 433
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 433
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency............................................... 613
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 459
Indicator ............................................ 94, 607
Transmission ...................................... 444, 446
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 448
Continuously Variable .............................. 443
Fluid ........................................................ 542
Number ................................................... 620
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 90, 445, 447
Trip Meter ......................................... 120, 124
Troubleshooting ....................................... 583
Blown Fuse ...................................... 608, 610
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 32
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 32
Emergency Towing .................................. 613
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 595
Noise When Braking .................................. 33
Overheating............................................. 601
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 586
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 32, 155 Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 600
Warning Indicators .................................... 84
Turn Signals .............................................. 174
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 95
U
Unlocking the Doors ........................ 143, 152
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 336
USB Port(s) ................................................ 233
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....... 620
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) .............. 454
Off Button............................................... 455
Off Indicator.............................................. 93
System Indicator ........................................ 93
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 535, 619
Voice Control Operation .......................... 278
Audio Commands ................................... 280
General Commands ................................ 281
Music Search Commands ........................ 281
On Screen Commands............................. 281
Phone Commands ................................... 280
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 279
Voice Recognition ................................... 278
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 454
W
Walk away auto lock® ............................ 146
Wallpaper ......................................... 241, 265
Warning and Information Messages ......................................... 103, 104
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 603
Warning Labels .......................................... 82
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 625
Watts ........................................................ 618
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 565
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 584, 590
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 313
Window Washers ..................................... 183
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 544
Switch .................................................... 183
Windshield ............................................... 183
Cleaning ......................................... 575, 578
Defrosting/Defogging ............. 187, 219, 223
Washer Fluid ........................................... 544
Wiper Blades........................................... 555
Wipers and Washers ............................... 183
Winter Tires Snow Tires .............................................. 568
Tire Chains.............................................. 568
Wipers and Washers ................................ 183
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ........................................... 555, 557
WMA ......................................... 247, 253, 303
Worn Tires ........................................ 559, 565
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