2023 HONDA CRV emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 79Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 92Safety Labels P. 93
Tailgate P. 165 Security System P. 176 Windows P. 179
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 184 Mirrors P. 203
Climate Control System P. 232
Audio Error Messages P. 345 General Information on the Audio System P. 347
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 400, 420 Refuel Recommend P. 439
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 453 When Driving P. 455 Honda Sensing ® P. 492 Braking P. 572
Refueling P. 595 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 598
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 611 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 623
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 631 12-Volt Battery P. 640 Remote Transmitter Care P. 642
Cleaning P. 644 Accessories and Modifications P. 649
Handling of the Jack P. 666 Power System Won’t Start P. 667 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 671
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 676 Fuses P. 683 Emergency Towing P. 689
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 691 Refueling P. 692
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 697 Reporting Safety Defects P. 698
Authorized Manuals P. 704 Customer Service Information P. 705 Open Source Licenses P. 706
Quick Reference GuideP. 8
Safe DrivingP. 43
Instrument PanelP. 95
ControlsP. 145
FeaturesP. 237
DrivingP. 441
MaintenanceP. 599
Handling the UnexpectedP. 651
InformationP. 693
IndexP. 708

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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P651)
Flat Tire (P653)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit in the cargo
area.
Indicators Come On
(P676)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Power System Won't
Start
(P667)
●If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P683)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P674)
●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 (P689)
●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. 689

651
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 652
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 653
Handling of the Jack ......................... 666
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 667
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak ... 668Emergency Power System On ........... 669
Emergency Power System Off........... 670
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 671
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 673
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 674 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears ......................................... 676
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 677
If the Limited stopping power Warning
Appears ......................................... 677
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 678
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 679
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 680
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 681
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 682
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 683
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 687
Emergency Towing ........................... 689
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door... 690If You Cannot Open the Tailgate.......... 691Refueling................................................. 692
U.S. models

660
uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 689
•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 exceed 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 235/60R18 103H tires
Models with 235/55R19 101H tires
All models

689
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flatbed 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.
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.
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 flatbed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 572
2WD models
2WD models

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Index
Towing a Trailer........................................ 447
Equipment and Accessories...................... 448
Load Limits .............................................. 447
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 452
Behind a Motorhome............................... 452
Emergency............................................... 689
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ......... 480
Indicator .................................................. 105
Traffic Jam Assist ...................................... 545
Traffic Sign Recognition System ...... 115, 562
Transmission .............................................. 464
Creeping ................................................. 463
Fluid ........................................................ 620
Kickdown ................................................ 463
Number ................................................... 696
Operation .......................................... 31, 465
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 673
Shift Position Indicator ..................... 102, 465
Shifting.................................................... 464
Trip Computer ........................................... 275
Trip Meter ................................................. 122
TRK (Temporary Repair Kit) ..................... 653
Troubleshooting ....................................... 651
Blown Fuse ...................................... 683, 685
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 39
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 40
Emergency Towing .................................. 689
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead ................... 671
Noise When Braking .................................. 41
Overheating............................................. 674 Power System Won’t Start ....................... 667
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 653
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 39, 163
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 673
Warning Indicators .................................... 96
Turn Signals .............................................. 187
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ................... 106
Turning on the Power
Does Not Activate ................................... 667
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 185
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead................... 671
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 151
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside ................................. 25, 161
USB Flash Drives ............... 238, 254, 314, 348
USB Ports ................................................... 239
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 151
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................. 11
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 696
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) .............. 476
Off Button............................................... 477
OFF Indicator ........................................... 105
System Indicator ...................................... 104
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 613, 695 Voice Control Operation
......................... 293
Audio Commands ................................... 294
General Commands ................................ 294
List Commands ....................................... 295
Navigation Commands............................ 295
Phone Commands .................................. 294
Standard Commands .............................. 295
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 294
Voice Recognition ................................... 293
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM).............. 476
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 276
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 676
Warning Labels .......................................... 93
Warnings .................................................. 134
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 701
Watts ........................................................ 694
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 636
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 327
Window Washers ..................................... 196
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 622
Switch .................................................... 196
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 179
Windshield ............................................... 196
Cleaning ......................................... 644, 647
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 234
Washer Fluid ........................................... 622
Wiper Blades........................................... 627