2023 HONDA CRV warning lights

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uuBraking uBrake System
Driving
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. You can use this system while th e vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.
■Turning on the system Fasten your seat belt properly, then turn the
power system on. Press the automatic brake
hold button.u The automatic brake hold system
indicator comes on. The system is turned
on.
The system is in the prev iously selected on or
off setting each time you fasten the driver’s
seat belt and turn the power system on.
■Activating the system Depress the brake pedal to come to a
complete stop. The transmission must not be
in
(P or (R.
u The automatic brake hold indicator
comes on. Braking is kept for up to 10
minutes.
u Release the brake pedal after the
automatic brake hold indicator comes
on.
■Automatic Brake Hold1Automatic Brake Hold
3WARNING
Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.
3WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in
( P and applying the parking
brake.
Comes
On
Automatic Brake Hold Button
On
Brake Pedal
Comes
On Comes
On
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Canada

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area

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Handling the Unexpected
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Open the terminal cover on your vehicle’s
12-volt battery positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u
When using an automotive battery charger
to boost your 12-volt battery, select a
lower charging voltage than 15-volt. Check
the charger manual for the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your ve hicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
1 Jump Starting Procedure
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Be careful
not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable
ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, brake
system (Amber), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow, low tire pressure/TPMS
* and
Safety Support indicators may come on along with a
message in the gauge when you set the power mode
to ON after reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
* Not available on all models

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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The Power system temperature high. Power may be reduced. message
appears on the driver information interface.
• The Engine temperature too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.
message appears on the driv er information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
The Power system temperature hi gh. Power may be reduced. message
appears on the driver informa tion interface when the power system temperature is
high.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Set the parking brake, and put the transmission into
(P. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode in ON, and wait until the message disappears.
u If the message does not disappear, have your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then, open the hood.
■The Power system temperature high. Power may be
reduced. Message Appears on the Driver Information
Interface
■The Engine temperature too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine
to cool. Message Appears on the Driver Information
Interface
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the Engine temperature
too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.
message on the driver information interface may
damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Turn the power system off and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 614
3.Start the engine and check the Engine oil
pressure low warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately turn the power
system off and contact a dealer for
repairs.
1If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

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Index
EV Indicator.............................................. 100
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 92
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 646
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 204
F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 643
Oil .......................................................... 616
Flat Tire ..................................................... 653
Floor Mats ................................................ 645
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 621
Engine Coolant ....................................... 618
Transmission ........................................... 620
Windshield Washer ................................. 622
FM/AM Radio ................................... 249, 296
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 210
Foot Brake ................................................ 576
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 62
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 230
Front Seats ................................................ 205
Adjusting ................................................ 205
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 568
Fuel ..................................................... 34, 595
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Economy................................................. 598
Gauge .................................................... 114 Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 122
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ...................... 103
Range ...................................................... 122
Recommendation .................................... 595
Refueling ................................................. 595
Fuel Economy ............................................ 598
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 34, 596
Fuses .......................................................... 683
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 687
Locations ......................................... 683, 685
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Economy ................................................. 598
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 122
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ...................... 103
Range ...................................................... 121
Recommendation .................................... 595
Refueling ................................................. 595
Gauges ...................................................... 114
Glass (care) ........................................ 644, 647
Glove Box .................................................. 218
H
Handling of the Jack ................................ 666
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 651
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 400, 420
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 412, 430
Automatic Transferring.................... 410, 429
Favorite Contacts ............................ 413, 431
HFL Buttons..................................... 400, 420
HFL Menus ...................................... 403, 423
HFL Status Display ........................... 402, 422
In Case of Emergency .............................. 437
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 402, 422
Making a Call .................................. 415, 433
Options During a Call ...................... 419, 436
Phone Setup.................................... 405, 425
Receiving a Call ............................... 418, 435
Ringtone ......................................... 410, 429
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 8
HD Radio
TM............................................... 297
Head Restraints ........................................ 213
Headlights ................................................. 188
Aiming .................................................... 623
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 193
Automatic Operation............................... 189
Dimming ................................................. 188
Operating................................................ 188
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 229
Heaters (Front Seat) ................................. 230
Heaters (Rear Seat) ................................... 231

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Index
Heating and Cooling SystemDust and Pollen Filter ............................... 643
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 400, 420
High Beam Indicator ................................. 106
High Voltage Battery ................................ 491
Hill Descent Control System ..................... 474
Hill Descent Control System Indicator ..... 108
Hill Start Assist System .............................. 460
Honda App License Agreement ............... 349
Honda Sensing ®................................ 35, 492
HondaLink ®............................................. 320
HondaLink ® Assist ..................................... 437
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (int elligent Multi-Mode
Drive) ....................................................... 13
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 696
Engine, Motor and Transmission .............. 696
Vehicle Identification ............................... 696
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 671
Immobilizer System .................................. 176
Indicator .................................................. 107
Indicators ..................................................... 96
12-Volt Battery Charging System ..... 101, 677
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (Amber) ............................ 109
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (White/Green)........... 109, 514
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 103 Auto High-Beam ..................................... 106
Automatic Brake Hold ..................... 101, 577
Automatic Brake Hold System ......... 101, 577
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 109
Deceleration Paddle Selector ................... 102
ECON Mode .................................... 108, 470
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System .......................................... 104, 681
EV ........................................................... 100
High Beam .............................................. 106
Hill Descent Control System (White/Green)........................................ 108
Immobilizer System ................................. 107
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Amber) ................................................. 110
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/Green)........................................ 110
Lights On ................................................ 106
Low Fuel (Amber) .................................... 103
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ... 105, 480, 485, 682
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 101, 678
NORMAL Mode ............................... 108, 470
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Amber) ......................................... 100, 680
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Red) ................................. 98, 99, 679, 680
POWER SYSTEM ...................................... 100
READY .................................................... 100
Safety Support (Amber) ........................... 111
Safety Support (Green/Gray) .................... 113
Seat Belt Reminder ............................ 51, 103 Security System Alarm............................. 107
Shift Position................................... 102, 465
SNOW Mode .................................. 108, 470
SPORT Mode................................... 108, 470
Supplemental Restraint System ......... 75, 104
System Message ..................................... 108
Transmission System ............................... 102
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............. 106
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA
®)
OFF ............................................... 105, 477
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
System .......................................... 104, 476
Information .............................................. 693
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 122
Instrument Panel ........................................ 95
Interior Lights ........................................... 216
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 203
iPod ................................................... 251, 311
J
Jump Starting ........................................... 671