2023 HONDA HRV towing

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at honda.ca. If you are
the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request a
complimentary printed copy of the Navigation Manual within
the first six months of vehicle purchase. Please request a copy
from your Honda dealer.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s ma nual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 39 Airbags P. 50
2Instrument Panel P. 85
Indicators P. 86 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 104
2Controls P. 133
Clock P. 134 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 136
Moonroof* P. 162
Seats P. 180 Interior Convenience Items P. 189
2 Features P. 211
Audio System P. 212 Audio System Basic Operation P. 219, 244
Customized Features P. 337, 345 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 369, 389
2 Driving P. 409
Before Driving P. 410 Towing a Trailer P. 415
Braking P. 528 Parking Your Vehicle P. 537
2Maintenance P. 551
Before Performing Maintenance P. 552 Maintenance MinderTM P. 555
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 577
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 595
2Handling the Unexpected P. 603
Tools P. 604If a Tire Goes Flat P. 605
Overheating P. 620 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 622 Fuses P. 628
If You Cannot Open the Ta ilgate P. 636 Refueling P. 637
2Information P. 639
Specifications P. 640 Identification Numbers P. 642
Emissions Testing P. 645 Warranty Coverages P. 647
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Contents
Child Safety P. 70Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 83Safety Labels P. 84
Tailgate P. 153 Security System P. 156 Windows P. 159
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 163 Mirrors P. 178
Climate Control System P. 203
Audio Error Messages P. 314 General Information on the Audio System P. 316
Refuel Recommend P. 408
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 416 When Driving P. 418 Honda Sensing® P. 449
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 545 Refueling P. 547 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 550
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 563 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 575
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 581 Battery P. 592 Remote Transmitter Care P. 594
Cleaning P. 596 Accessories and Modifications P. 601
Engine Does Not Start P. 612If the Battery Is Dead P. 617 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 619
Emergency Towing P. 634 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 635
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 643 Reporting Safety Defects P. 644
Authorized Manuals P. 650 Customer Service Information P. 651 Open Source License P. 652
Quick Reference GuideP. 8
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 85
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 409
MaintenanceP. 551
Handling the UnexpectedP. 603
InformationP. 639
IndexP. 653
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Quick Reference Guide
29
Handling the Unexpected (P603)
Flat Tire (P605)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P622)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P612)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P628)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P620)
●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 (P634)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .............................. 410
Maximum Load Limit............................ 413
Towing a TrailerTowing Behind a Motorhome............... 415Off-Highway Driving Guidelines..... 416
When Driving
Starting the Engine .............................. 418
Precautions While Driving..................... 425
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 426Shifting ................................................ 427
Drive Mode Switch ............................... 429
Hill Descent Control System ................. 432
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ................... 434
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM*.. 437Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........... 438Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ............. 443
Blind Spot Information System
*........... 445Honda Sensing ®................................ 449Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 453
Low Speed Braking Control*................ 465
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ..................................... 471 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ....... 491
Traffic Jam Assist
*................................ 502
Road Departure Mitigation System ....... 511
Traffic Sign Recognition System ............ 519
Front Wide View Camera...................... 525
Sonar Sensors
*..................................... 527BrakingBrake System ........................................ 528
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................ 535
Brake Assist System .............................. 536
Parking Your Vehicle
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 545
Refueling
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 550
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 838 lbs (380 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For exampl e, if the “XXX” amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 640
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 640
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
414
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 415
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 838 lbs
(380 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
538 lbs
(244 kg)
Example2
Max Load 838 lbs
(380 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
88 lbs
(40 kg)
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415
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. 634
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 604
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 605
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 612
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak ......... 614
Emergency Engine Start ................... 615
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 616
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 617
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 619
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 620 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears .... 622
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ...623
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 623
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 624
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 625
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 626 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 627
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 628
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 632
Emergency Towing ........................... 634
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door... 635
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 636
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 637
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