2023 HONDA CRV roof

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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 631
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also, check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Honda accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the power system will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not select
( N while driving as you will lose
regenerative braking (and ac celeration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km)
after purchasing your new vehicle or replacing the
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1P/W DR20 A
2 P/W AS 20 A
3P/W RR R20 A
4 P/W RR L 20 A
5OPTION10 A
6 SRS 10 A
7T/G MTR / TRUNK ACT*(10 A)
8RVU*10 A
9FR ACC SOCKET20 A
10 DOOR LOCK 20 A
11METER10 A
12 - -
13OPTION 210 A
14 OPTION 6 (VB SOL) 10 A
15DR DOOR UNLOCK(10 A)
16 IMG 10 A
17YOP TRAILER*(20 A)
18 HAC OP*(20 A)
19--
20 USB CHG*10 A
21CARGO ACC SOCKET20 A
22 SMART 10 A
23DR DOOR LOCK(10 A)
24 E-DPS*20 A
25SBW*10 A
26 SRS 10 A
27ACG10 A
28 OPTION 5 (ABS) 10 A
29FUEL PUMP20 A
30 L SIDE DOOR UNLOCK*10 A
31R SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
32 SUN ROOF 20 A
33--
34 - -
35SUN SHADE*20 A
36 RR H/SEAT*(20 A)
37--
38 RR BLOWER*20 A
39R SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
40 DR P/SEAT SLIDE*20 A
41DR P/SEAT REC*20 A
42 P-ACT*10 A
43A/C10 A
44 DRL 5 A
45ACC10 A
46 - -
47L SIDE DOOR LOCK* 10 A
48 H/SEAT*(20 A)
49AS P/SEAT REC*20 A
50 P/LUMBAR DR/AS 10 A
51IGA2 (IG HOLD3)20 A
52 PTG CLOSER*(20 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
53AS P/SEAT SLI*20 A
54 OPTION1 10 A
55--
56 - -
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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Index
Authorized Manuals................................ 704
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 164
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 193
Indicator ................................................. 106
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 577
Indicator ......................................... 101, 577
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ......................................... 101, 577
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 197
Automatic Lighting .................................. 189
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Average Speed ......................................... 124
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................ 479
AWD Torque Distribution Monitor ......... 129
B
Battery................................................ 14, 640
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ............................................... 101
High Voltage..................................... 14, 491
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 671
Maintenance (checking the 12-Volt battery) ............... 640
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 642
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 49
Beverage Holders ..................................... 220
Blind Spot Information System ............... 487
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 257, 317
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 400, 420
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 91Brake System
............................................. 572
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 580
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 577
Brake Assist System ................................. 581
Fluid ........................................................ 621
Foot Brake ............................................... 576
Indicator (Amber) ............................ 100, 680
Indicator (Red) ..................... 98, 99, 679, 680
Parking Brake .......................................... 572
Built-in Key ............................................... 148
Bulb Replacement .................................... 623
Brake Light, Tailli ght, Rear Side Marker Light,
and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ............ 624
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 623
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime Running
Lights .................................................... 623
Headlights ............................................... 623
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 626
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 626
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 623
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 626
Bulb Specifications ................................... 694
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 92
Carrying Cargo ................................. 443, 445
Certification Label .................................... 696
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 623
CHARGE/DECEL Gauge ............................. 114
Charging System Indicator ............... 101, 677
Child Safety ................................................. 79
Childproof Door Locks............................. 163
Child Seat .................................................... 79
Booster Seats ............................................ 91
Child Seat for Infants................................. 81
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 82
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 86
Larger Children ......................................... 90
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 81
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 83
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 163
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 646
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 644
Climate Control System ............................ 232
Changing the Mode ................................ 232
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 234
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 643
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 233
Sensors ................................................... 236
Synchronization Mode............................. 235
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 232

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Index
K
Key Number Tag...................................... 149
Keyless Access System .............................. 151
Keys ........................................................... 148
Master Keys ............................................ 148
Number Tag............................................ 149
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 163
Remote Transmitter ................................ 157
Types and Functions................................ 148
Kickdown .................................................. 463
Knee Airbags .............................................. 67
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 533
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 84
Lights ................................................ 188, 623
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 193
Automatic............................................... 189
Bulb Replacement ................................... 623
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 192
High Beam Indicator ............................... 106
Interior.................................................... 216
Light Switches......................................... 188
Lights On Indicator.................................. 106
Turn Signals ............................................ 187
Load Limits ............................................... 445
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 148
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 164
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 163
From Inside ............................................. 161 From Outside ........................................... 151
Keys ........................................................ 148
Using a Key ............................................. 158
Low 12-Volt Battery Charge .................... 677
Low Battery Charge .................................. 677
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ..................... 103
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength ...... 150
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 676
Low Speed Braking Control ..................... 507
Lower Anchors ............................................ 84
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 445
Lumbar Support ........................................ 206
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 206M
Maintenance............................................. 599
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 640
Brake Fluid .............................................. 621
Cleaning .................................................. 644
Coolant ................................................... 618
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 603
Oil ........................................................... 614
Precautions .............................................. 600
Radiator .................................................. 619
Remote Transmitter ................................. 642
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 623
Safety ...................................................... 601
Service Items ........................................... 607
Tires ........................................................ 631
Transmission Fluid ................................... 620 Under the Hood ...................................... 611
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............ 101, 678
Map Lights ................................................ 217
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 445
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 114
Mirrors ...................................................... 203
Adjusting ................................................ 203
Door ....................................................... 204
Exterior ................................................... 204
Interior Rearview ..................................... 203
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 649
Moonroof ................................................. 183
MP3 ................................................... 254, 314
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 593
N
Navigation................................................ 125
No Content ............................................... 132
NORMAL Mode Indicator ........................ 108
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 696

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Index
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Odometer.................................................. 114
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 453
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 613
Adding .................................................... 615
Checking ................................................. 614
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 604
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........................ 676
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 613
Viscosity .......................................... 613, 695
Open Source Licenses ....................... 363, 706
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 612
Moonroof ................................................ 183
Power Windows ...................................... 179
Tailgate ................................................... 165
Outside Temperature Display .................. 115
Overheating .............................................. 674
P
Paddle Selectors ........................................ 466
Panic Mode ............................................... 178
Parking ...................................................... 582
Parking Brake ............................................ 572
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ........................................... 100, 680
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................... 98, 99, 679, 680
Parking Sensor System .............................. 584
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 76Passing Indicators
..................................... 188
Petrol
Gauge ..................................................... 114
Phone ........................................................ 124
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 257, 317
POWER Button ......................................... 184
Power Flow ............................................... 342
Power Flow/Engine Status Display/High
Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge .... 119
POWER Gauge .......................................... 114
Power System
Won’t Start ............................................. 667
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ........................ 100
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 667
Power Tailgate ......................................... 168
Power Windows ....................................... 179
Precautions While Driving
Rain ........................................................ 462
Pregnant Women ....................................... 57
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 653R
Radiator.................................................... 619
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 249, 296
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 300
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 250, 298
Range ........................................................ 122
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 250, 298
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 699
READY Indicator ....................................... 100 Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control
System
TM.................................................. 479
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 199
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 231
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 210
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 203
Refueling .......................................... 439, 595
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 114
Gasoline ......................................... 595, 694
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ..................... 103
Regulations .............................. 485, 634, 697
Remote Transmitter ................................. 157
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 642
Bulbs ...................................................... 623
Fuses .............................................. 683, 685
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 629
Tires........................................................ 637
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 627
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 698
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Road Departure Mitigation ..................... 554
On and Off ............................................. 557