2023 HONDA CRV lights

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uuHonda Sensing ®u Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Driving
■Vehicle conditions
• When lighting is weak due to dirt covering the headlight lenses, or there is poor
visibility in a dark place due to th e headlights being improperly adjusted.
• The front of the camera is covered by dirt, fog, rain, mud, wet snow, seals,
accessories, stickers, or film on the windshield.
• Driving at night or in a dark place (e .g., a tunnel) with the headlights off.
• There is residue on the windshie ld from the windshield wipers.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorre ct sizes, varied sizes or construction,
improperly inflated, etc.).
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load in the cargo area or rear seats.
• The suspension has been modified.
• Tire chains are installed.
• The vehicle is towing a trailer.

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uuHonda Sensing ®u Traffic Jam Assist
Driving
■Vehicle conditions
• When lighting is weak due to dirt covering the headlight lenses, or there is poor
visibility in a dark place due to the headlights being improperly adjusted.
• The front of the camera is covered by dirt, fog, rain, mud, wet snow, seals,
accessories, stickers, or film on the windshield.
• Driving at night or in a dark place (e.g., a tunnel) with the headlights off.
• There is residue on the windshi eld from the windshield wipers.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (inco rrect sizes, varied sizes or construction,
improperly inflated, etc.).
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load in the cargo area or rear seats.
• The suspension has been modified.
• Tire chains are installed.
• The vehicle is towing a trailer.

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uuHonda Sensing ®u Road Departure Mitigation System
Driving
■Vehicle conditions
• When lighting is weak due to dirt covering the headlight lenses, or there is poor
visibility in a dark place due to th e headlights being improperly adjusted.
• The front of the camera is covered by dirt, fog, rain, mud, wet snow, seals,
accessories, stickers, or film on the windshield.
• Driving at night or in a dark place (e .g., a tunnel) with the headlights off.
• When the driver operates the brake pedal and steering wheel.
• There is residue on the windshie ld from the windshield wipers.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorre ct sizes, varied sizes or construction,
improperly inflated, etc.).
• The vehicle is tilted due to heavy lo ad in the cargo area or rear seats.
• Tire chains are installed.
• The suspension has been modified.
• The vehicle is towing a trailer.
■Examples of limitations on detectio n due to the condition of oncoming
vehicles
• The oncoming vehicle or vehicle ahead of you is sideways.
• The oncoming vehicle jumps out in front of you.
• When the oncoming vehicle blends in with the background, preventing the
system from recognizing it.
• The headlights of an oncoming vehicle are lit on one side or not lit on either side
in a dark place.
• The distance between your vehicle and the oncoming vehicle is too short.
• Part of the oncoming vehicle is not vi sible due to the vehicle ahead of you.
• There are multiple oncoming lanes or turning lanes.
• The vehicle in the adjacent lane is parked or moving at an extremely slow speed.

uuHonda Sensing ®u Traffic Sign Recognition System
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Driving
The Traffic Sign Recognition system may incorrectly recognize, be slow to identify,
or fail to recognize the traffi c sign in the following cases.
■Environmental conditions
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).
• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.
• Driving at night, in dark areas such as long tunnels.
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as the entrance or exit of a tunnel
or the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.
• Water is sprayed by or snow blown from a vehicle ahead.
■Roadway conditions
• Your vehicle is strongly shaken on uneven road surfaces.
■Vehicle conditions
• When lighting is weak due to dirt covering the headlight lenses, or there is poor
visibility in a dark place due to th e headlights being improperly adjusted.
• The front of the camera is covered by dirt, fog, rain, mud, wet snow, seals,
accessories, stickers, or film on the windshield.
• There is residue on the windshie ld from the windshield wipers.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorre ct sizes, varied sizes or construction,
improperly inflated, etc.).
• The vehicle is tilted due to heavy lo ad in the cargo area or rear seats.
• The suspension has been modified.
• Tire chains are installed.
• Driving at night or in a dark place (e .g., a tunnel) with the headlights off.
• The vehicle is towing a trailer.
■Traffic Sign Recognition System Conditions and Limitations1Traffic Sign Recognition System Conditions and Limitations
When the traffic sign recognition system
malfunctions, appears on the gauge. If this
message does not disappear, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.

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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.
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Automatic Brake Hold Button
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Brake Pedal
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Canada

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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Routine inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
2 Maintenance P. 37
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 621
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 631
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 623
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 627
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 607
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 704
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlights
Headlights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
Front Turn Signal, Parkin g/Daytime Running Lights
Front turn signal, parking/daytime running lights are LED type. Have an authorized
Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Front Side Marker Lights
Front side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Hond a dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Side Turn Signal/Emer gency Indicator Lights
Door mirror side turn lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
1 Headlights
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Unscrew the bolts.
2. Pull the taillight carefully until the snap pins
are removed from the body grommets.
Brake Light: LED
Taillight: LED
Rear Side Marker Light: LED
Rear Turn Signal Li ght: 21 W (Amber)
1Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and Rear Turn
Signal Light Bulbs
Brake lights, taillight s, and rear side marker lights are
LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Bolt
Snap Pin