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Summary of Contents for 2005 CR-V

Page 1: ...nience features Before Driving 129 What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 143 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission a...

Page 2: ...right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT S...

Page 3: ...it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle Your dealer is dedicate...

Page 4: ...ty information in a variety of forms including This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully how to use this vehicle correctly and safely such as Driver and Pas...

Page 5: ...vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly mo...

Page 6: ...DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH P 73 P 74 P 131 P 132 P 95 P 98 P 68 P 67 FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG HAZARD WARNING BUTTON HEATING COOLING CONTROLS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET PARKING BRAKE AUDIO SYSTEM P 147 MANUAL T...

Page 7: ...ASHERS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT AUDIO SYSTEM P 102 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 66 MOONROOF P 88 VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM ON OFF SWITCH P 159 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 123 P 126 P 69 HORN P 68 PASSEN...

Page 8: ...ront Airbags Work 23 How Your Side Airbags Work 26 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 28 How the SRS Indicator Works 29 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 29 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicato...

Page 9: ...est risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat not the front seat Infants and small children should be...

Page 10: ...antage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly The following pages explain how you ca...

Page 11: ...hicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle s built in safety features Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Of course seat belts cannot completely protect you in every cras...

Page 12: ...per torso of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact see page for more information on how your side airbags work Your vehicle also has side curtain airbags to help...

Page 13: ...possible while allowing full control of the vehicle A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible The rest of this section gives more detailed information about h...

Page 14: ...how to properly protect the driver adult passengers and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the front See pages for important guidelines on how to properly prot...

Page 15: ...wheel or dashboard Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel Passengers with adju...

Page 16: ...the protective capability of the belt It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury S...

Page 17: ...k then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder Insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched Check that...

Page 18: ...chor press and hold the release buttons and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions This could cause very serious injuries in a crash See page for additional information about your...

Page 19: ...of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag Each time you have a checkup ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive In addition an occu...

Page 20: ...propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate If your hands or arms are close to an airbag cover they could be injured if the airbag inflates If a side airbag or a side curtain...

Page 21: ...tivate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely The lap shoulder belt goes over your shoulder across your chest and across your hips The seat belts in all positions exc...

Page 22: ...e anchor should normally be latched whenever the seat backs are in an upright position For more information about the detachable anchors see page The tensioners can also be activated during a collisio...

Page 23: ...ealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash they must be replaced If a seat belt is worn during a crash it...

Page 24: ...above the side windows The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG see page 28 23 26 CONTINUED Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Driver and Passenger Saf...

Page 25: ...ensors the control unit the airbag activators the seat belt tensioners and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition is in the ON II position An indicator on the instrument panel that...

Page 26: ...ration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control unit will instantly inflate the driver s and front passenger s airbags at the time and with the force needed Only the driver s airbag can...

Page 27: ...d sequentially or simultaneously depending on crash severity In a crash both stages will ignite simultaneously to provide the quickest and greatest protection In a crash one stage will ignite first th...

Page 28: ...rly The driver s advanced front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the seat If the seat is too far forward the airbag will inflate with less force regardless of the severity of the im...

Page 29: ...front seat the airbag will be off However the Passenger Airbag Off indicator will not come on Also make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger s seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor see page...

Page 30: ...g side airbag your vehicle has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger s side airbag Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in front this system is designed to shut off the side airba...

Page 31: ...ivate the seat belt tensioner on the driver s or the passenger s side of the vehicle A rollover sensor monitors the degree and rate your vehicle may roll over and automatically deploy the side curtain...

Page 32: ...uld light briefly and go off see page If it doesn t light it stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have the system checked When you turn the ignition switch to ON II...

Page 33: ...airbag systems are virtually maintenance free and there are no parts you can safely service However you must have your vehicle serviced if If the indicator comes on with no passenger in the front or...

Page 34: ...ng a side impact This will cause the front passenger s weight sensors to work improperly The system may shut off the front passenger s airbag and the Passenger Airbag Off indicator will come on Make s...

Page 35: ...d deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages 37 46 49 46 properly Protecting Childr...

Page 36: ...ont airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision To do this the passenger s front airbag is quite large and it can inflate with enough force to cause ver...

Page 37: ...and that hildren must be properly restrained a back seat your vehicle has arning labels on the dashboard U S models and on the front visors lease read and follow the nstructions on these labels US Mod...

Page 38: ...to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving placing both of you at risk If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact we strongly recommend that anot...

Page 39: ...dren who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors turn on the ignition swit...

Page 40: ...on in the back seat but not in the front If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant When properly installed...

Page 41: ...ish to get a smaller rear facing child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown A child who is at least one year old and who fits within...

Page 42: ...commend selecting this style Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt whereas LATCH compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two oute...

Page 43: ...ured in a crash The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat A forward facing child seat is used in all examples but the instructions are the same for rear facing chi...

Page 44: ...The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat a...

Page 45: ...n the cargo area Reinstall the head restraints when the child seat is removed Other LATCH compatible seats have a flexible type connector as shown above Route the tether strap over the seat back makin...

Page 46: ...t all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the bel...

Page 47: ...erify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the lock...

Page 48: ...the strap is not twisted Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap shoulder belt installation we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available After properly securing...

Page 49: ...eat to use if one is needed and important precautions for a child who must sit in front Follow steps 2 and 3 in the previous page 1 2 43 Protecting Larger Children Installing a Child Seat Protecting L...

Page 50: ...l the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip If you answer yes to all these questions the child is ready to wear the lap shoulder belt correctly If you answer no to any question the...

Page 51: ...possibly serious injuries Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front there are other important factors you should consider A child may c...

Page 52: ...e and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash Check that the child s seat belt is properly and securely positioned If they do they co...

Page 53: ...The vehicle is raised for an oil change You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside With the tailgate hatch glass open airflow c...

Page 54: ...y Readtheselabelscarefully label comes off or becomes hard ead except for the U S hboard label which may be movedby the owner contactyour aler for a replacement SHBOARD models only SUN VISOR U S model...

Page 55: ...afety Labels OOD S models anadian models RADIATOR CAP DOORJAMBS U S models Canadian models I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 56: ...hts 66 Instrument Panel Brightness 67 Hazard Warning Button 67 Rear Window Defogger 68 Parking Brake 68 Steering Wheel Adjustment 69 Keys and Locks 70 Immobilizer System 71 Ignition Switch 72 Door Loc...

Page 57: ...R LOCK MASTER SWITCH P 73 MIRROR CONTROLS P 149 P 147 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE P 131 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET P 95 P 61 GAUGES AUDIO SYSTEM CLOCK P 125 P 86 SEAT HEATER SWITCH HAZARD WARNING BUTTON...

Page 58: ...PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR TAILGATE AND HATCH GLASS OPEN INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR P 57 P 59 P 56 P 58 P 57 P 59 P 57...

Page 59: ...hile driving there could be a problem with the brake system For more information see page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II It reminds you and your passengers to faste...

Page 60: ...properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine will not start see page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates that...

Page 61: ...hree functions It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the Vehicle Stability Assist VSA system It flashes when VSA is active see page It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if ther...

Page 62: ...ight switch off and the parking brake set It should go off if you turn on the headlights or release the parking brake If it comes on at any other time it means there is a problem with the DRL There ma...

Page 63: ...to ON II and then flash for 10 seconds If you exceed 10 000 miles 16 000 km without having the scheduled maintenance performed this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder Your dealer will re...

Page 64: ...en you turn the ignition switch to ON II the meter you last selected is displayed To reset a trip meter display it and then press and hold the Select Reset button until the number resets to 0 0 Both t...

Page 65: ...anadian models It is illegal under U S federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect reset or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated T...

Page 66: ...ed is under 19 mph 30 km h NOTE The temperature must be stabilized before doing this procedure If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed you can adjust it up 5 F in U S models 3 C in Canadia...

Page 67: ...WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS A T model is shown REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 65 P 149 P 67 MOONROOF SWITCH P 88 P 159 P 126 P 123 P 68 P 68 P 30 P 69 P 66 REMOT...

Page 68: ...and hold it The washers spray until you release the lever The wipers run at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the lever Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper...

Page 69: ...h to the OFF position or turn off the ignition switch the wiper will return to its parked position Rotate the switch counterclockwise to turn the window wiper on and the window washer to spray The rea...

Page 70: ...le is disabled To flash the high beams pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back The headlights revert to normal operation when you tur...

Page 71: ...always wipe side to side The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The indicator in the button comes on to show the defo...

Page 72: ...d your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving 1 2 56 CONTINUED Parking Brake Steering W...

Page 73: ...Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cloth Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in position Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel i...

Page 74: ...tch when you insert the key The Immobilizer System protects your vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled As required by the FCC This...

Page 75: ...the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY I to ON II Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to ON II when you let go of the key Yo...

Page 76: ...f the lock tab To open the door pull the lock tab up and use the outside door handle The lock tab on any door locks and unlocks that door Pulling up on the driver s door lock tab only unlocks the driv...

Page 77: ...latches You can also lock and unlock the tailgate with the remote transmitter or either master door lock switch To keep the tailgate door open on an incline use the stop from the tool kit The tool kit...

Page 78: ...twice to unlock the other doors and the tailgate Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button The ceiling light if the ceiling light switch is in the center position will come...

Page 79: ...small Phillips head screwdriver Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To cancel panic mode press any ot...

Page 80: ...plies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause...

Page 81: ...art driving To adjust the front or rear seat forward and backward pull up on the bar under the seat cushion s front edge Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the seat b...

Page 82: ...ing the center seating position adjust the left and right side of the rear seats to the same position Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat backs after you adjust...

Page 83: ...enter of the restraint The head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust the restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push t...

Page 84: ...d the seats are locked securely before driving When you return the seat back to the upright position hold the seat back to keep it from going up too quickly You can recline the seat backs on the front...

Page 85: ...he holder on the ceiling and store the buckles in it The rear seat back can be folded down to give more cargo room Each side folds down separately and you can still carry a passenger in the rear seat...

Page 86: ...it is not back as far as it will go Follow steps 1 through 4 on page for folding down the seat back Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release strap under the seat cushion s back edge...

Page 87: ...nter seating position of the rear seat be sure the detachable anchor is latched securely before using the seat belt see page Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured Loose items can fly forwa...

Page 88: ...is securely latched Make sure the seat belt is not twisted The seat belt in the rear center seat is equipped with a detachable anchor This allows the center seat belt to be unlatched when the right s...

Page 89: ...them Push the heater switch to turn the power on or off The indicators will come on and remain on while the heaters are on Turn the ignition switch to ON II to raise or lower any window To open the wi...

Page 90: ...e it is closing automatically it will reverse direction and then stop To close the window remove the obstacle then use the window switch again When you push the MAIN switch in the switch is OFF and th...

Page 91: ...lect the day or night position The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation or it can be slid back into the roof Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof You m...

Page 92: ...settings The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost With the ignition switch in the ON II position turn on the heaters by pressing the rear window defogger button The indicator in the butt...

Page 93: ...LDERS CENTER POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET SUN VISOR COAT HOOK SUNGLASSES HOLDER DRIVER S POCKET 1 M T model only 2 A T model only BEVERAGE HOLDERS in REAR SEAT ARMREST BEVERAGE HOLDER COIN...

Page 94: ...spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior To use the front beverage holder pull on...

Page 95: ...ld on to the handle and put the projection on the table into the hole in the cargo area floor Be sure to lock the legs of the table Do not put a weight of over 44 lbs 20 kg on the table Hot items such...

Page 96: ...y pull on the bottom edge The light in the tray comes on when the parking lights are on Only on models with a manual transmission Glove Box Coin Tray Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Control...

Page 97: ...he table until it latches To store it pull the lever and lower the table Sitting on or getting under the table or putting heavy objects on the table may damage or deform it Do not put any items on the...

Page 98: ...lling the handle To use the sun visor pull it down When using the sun visor for the side window remove the support rod from the clip and swing it out The ceiling light has a three position switch ON D...

Page 99: ...by pushing the button Push the button again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver s door It fades out in about 30 seconds...

Page 100: ...an anti theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it Vents Heating and A C 98 Playing the Radio 102 Radio Reception 106 Playing the XM Satellite Radio 108 Playing a CD 113 Protecting Y...

Page 101: ...CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING A C BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON If equipped I n f o r m...

Page 102: ...when the A C is on Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow Turn this dial to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow On some models this button has also the heated...

Page 103: ...turns on the A C selects and switches to Recirculation mode Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool To cool the interior with MAX A C Select When you select the system automatically switches...

Page 104: ...ar view through all the windows before driving To remove fog from the inside of the windows Set the fan to the desired speed or high for faster defrosting Select The system automatically switches to F...

Page 105: ...TTON POWER VOLUME KNOB SEEK BUTTONS TUNE KNOB POWER VOLUME KNOB FM AM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR AUTO SELECT BUTTON TUNE SOUND KNOB Canadian EX and EX L models LX model U S EX and SE models PRESET BUTTON...

Page 106: ...cy The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press the or SEEK button then release it The ignition switch must be in the A...

Page 107: ...preset button If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described Each preset button can store one frequency on AM and...

Page 108: ...he setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see a C in the display The system will return to the audio display about 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode Adjust the Balan...

Page 109: ...e listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off...

Page 110: ...tmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions...

Page 111: ...tional 108 SCAN BUTTON Optional on U S EX and SE models CATEGORY MODE INDICATOR PRESET BUTTONS POWER VOLUME KNOB SATELLITE RADIO BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON TUNE KNOB SEEK SKIP BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS I n f...

Page 112: ...on Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels The SEEK SKIP function selects the various categories in XM such as Jazz Blues Rock Classical etc Push the to c...

Page 113: ...quator therefore objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions To help compensate for this ground based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas Satellite signals ar...

Page 114: ...geographic situations that could affect satellite radio reception If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner you can listen to a sampling of the broadcas...

Page 115: ...hile you wait for activation This should take about 30 minutes While waiting for activation make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception Once your audio system is activated categ...

Page 116: ...el POWER VOLUME KNOB RANDOM BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT POWER VOLUME KNOB LOAD BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON CD SLOT CD BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS U S EX and SE models REPEAT BUTTON CD EJECT BUTTON C...

Page 117: ...ee BUSY in the display while the CD load indicator turns red and blinks as the CD is loaded The disc number for an empty position is highlighted To load only one CD press and release the LOAD button P...

Page 118: ...kip button to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track To move rapidly within a track press and hold the or skip button To cont...

Page 119: ...the changer within 15 seconds the system returns to the previous mode AM FM or satellite radio The disc will reload into the system and will remain there in a pause mode Press the FM AM or CD button...

Page 120: ...Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with it When using CD R CD RW discs use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use W...

Page 121: ...t play properly or possibly jam in the drive Mechanical Error High temperature Focus Error Press the CD eject button and pull out the CD Check it for damage or deformation If the CD cannot be pulled o...

Page 122: ...ssage and insert the CDs again If the message does not disappear or the CDs cannot be pulled out see your dealer Insert CDs High temperature No CD in magazine Focus Error Mechanical Error Will disappe...

Page 123: ...CATOR TAPE EJECT BUTTON PROG BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS Canadian EX and EX L models U S EX and SE models LX model POWER VOLUME KNOB TAPE SLOT REW BUTTON FF BUTTON TAPE BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION IND...

Page 124: ...utton Dolby remains off until you press the button again To remove the tape press the eject button If you want to turn the player off press the PWR VOL knob or turn off the ignition The tape will rema...

Page 125: ...ute or shorter tapes Tapes longer than that may break or jam the drive Store tapes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place tapes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight...

Page 126: ...o system you can also select XM1 and XM2 If you are listening to the radio use the CH button to change stations Each time you press the button the system goes to the next preset station on the band yo...

Page 127: ...ou make a mistake entering the code do not start over complete the five digit sequence then enter the correct code You have ten tries to enter the correct code If you are unsuccessful in ten attempts...

Page 128: ...n quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep then press the R preset 6 button to set the clock back to the prev...

Page 129: ...ndicator will come on Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h Press and release the SET DECEL button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel co...

Page 130: ...cruising speed release the button Press and hold the SET DECEL button Release the button when you reach the desired speed To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET DECEL button Each time you do...

Page 131: ...ton on the steering wheel Push the Cruise Control Master Button When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake or clutch pedal the system remembers the previously set cruising speed To return to tha...

Page 132: ...will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 130 Fuel Recommendation 130 Service Station Procedures 131 Refueling...

Page 133: ...n in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is available the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese based fuel additives...

Page 134: ...ave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep fuel vapors f...

Page 135: ...ated Park the vehicle and set the parking brake Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard The hood will pop up slightly Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it...

Page 136: ...clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched Remove the dipstick again and check the level It should be between the upper and lower mar...

Page 137: ...the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to on page for information about checking other items on your vehicle 184 174 Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Che...

Page 138: ...est gear possible The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel Use the fresh air ventilation when possible Combine several short trips into one Try to maintain a...

Page 139: ...ontact your dealer for assistance If possible have your dealer inspect the final installation Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear windows as these may interfere with prop...

Page 140: ...s could seriously affect your vehicle s handling stability and reliability Lowering your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage...

Page 141: ...carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Roof rack if installed Door pockets Tailgate pockets Glove box Dashboard pocket Seat back pockets Center pocket Cargo area including the...

Page 142: ...50 750 5 150 100 lbs Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity in Step 4 Subtract t...

Page 143: ...f the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight Please contact your dealer for further information Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a...

Page 144: ...revent heavy items from being thrown forward in a crash or a sudden stop If you use an accessory roof rack the roof rack weight limit may be lower Refer to the information that came with your roof rac...

Page 145: ...m and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off highway Driving Guidelines 144 Preparing to Drive 145 Starting the Engine 146 Manual Transmission 147 Automatic Transmission 149...

Page 146: ...he center of gravity You still need to exercise the same care when accelerating steering and braking that you would in a two wheel drive vehicle Your vehicle has higher ground clearance that allows yo...

Page 147: ...age Make sure the doors the tailgate and the hatch glass are securely closed and locked Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page When you start the engi...

Page 148: ...he way down and hold it there while starting to clear flooding If the engine still does not start return to step 5 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat...

Page 149: ...ving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down...

Page 150: ...e downshifting make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer s red zone Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly This will give you good fuel economy and effec...

Page 151: ...on along with the D indicator there is a problem in the automatic transmission control system Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible To shift fr...

Page 152: ...nected or goes dead you cannot shift to Reverse Refer to on page Press the brake pedal and pull the shift lever towards you to shift from Park to Reverse To shift from Reverse to Neutral come to a com...

Page 153: ...not be able to move the shift lever from Neutral to Reverse or Park In this case press the brake pedal and turn the ignition switch to the ON II position then shift out of Neutral D3 mode can be turn...

Page 154: ...o Second pull the shift lever towards you then shift to the lower gear This position locks the transmission in second gear It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop If you shift into...

Page 155: ...g brake Make sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK 0 position To release the reverse lockout make sure the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY I position Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift Lock Re...

Page 156: ...with you Lock the doors and the tailgate Make sure the hatch glass is closed securely Never park over dry leaves tall grass or other flammable materials The hot three way catalytic converter could ca...

Page 157: ...front and rear disc brakes on all models have audible brake wear indicators Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness It also keeps...

Page 158: ...noise This is normal it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes On dry pavement you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates However you may feel the ABS activate immedi...

Page 159: ...hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road Test your brakes as instructed on page If the brakes feel normal drive slowly an...

Page 160: ...ctivation Indicator blink The VSA system cannot enhance the vehicle s driving stability in all situations and does not control your vehicle s entire braking system It is still your responsibility to d...

Page 161: ...hile driving have the VSA system inspected by your dealer If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to ON II there may be a problem with the VSA system Have your dealer insp...

Page 162: ...ur vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be approximately 10 percent of the tota...

Page 163: ...require a variety of equipment depending on the size of your trailer how it will be used how much load you are towing and where you tow Discuss your needs with your trailer sales or rental agency and...

Page 164: ...nector located behind the left side panel in the cargo area Refer to the drawing above for the wiring color code and purpose of each pin Honda requires that any trailer with a total weight of 1 000 lb...

Page 165: ...handling and performance so driving with a trailer requires some special driving skills and techniques For your safety and the safety of others take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading...

Page 166: ...ving down hills reduce your speed and shift down to 3rd gear on the manual transmission or use the D3 mode on the automatic transmission Do not ride the brakes and remember it will take longer to slow...

Page 167: ...owing Otherwise severe automatic transmission damage will occur Check the transmission fluid level see page Start the engine Press on the brake pedal Move the shift lever through all its positions Shi...

Page 168: ...wn as number 18 below Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Automatic Transmission Extended Towing Extended Towing 166 INTERIOR FUSE BOX FRONT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET FUSE Severe automatic transmissio...

Page 169: ...roads you will find that it requires somewhat different driving skills Your vehicle will also handle somewhat differently than it does on pavement So be sure to read this owner s manual pay special at...

Page 170: ...the shift lever in second gear 2 will help you have a smoother start on snow and ice Keep in mind that you will usually need more time and distance to brake to a stop on unpaved surfaces Avoid hard b...

Page 171: ...k because of inclement weather or other conditions choose a safe and appropriate course of action You should never use a jack to try getting unstuck A jack only works on firm level ground Also your ve...

Page 172: ...anual See page for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 172 Maintenance Schedule 173 Maintenance Record 177 Fluid Locations 180 Adding Engine Oil 181 Changing the...

Page 173: ...this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic Some of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable haz...

Page 174: ...hedules on the following pages Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving such as a taxi or a commercial delivery vehicle Driving less t...

Page 175: ...term reliability You should check the following items at the specified intervals If you are unsure of how to perform any check turn to the appropriate page listed Engine oil level Check every time yo...

Page 176: ...40 64 50 80 60 96 70 112 80 128 90 144 100 160 110 176 120 192 130 208 140 224 150 240 Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check inflation and condition once a month Every 10 000 miles 16 000 km o...

Page 177: ...spect idle speed Replace engine coolant Replace brake fluid Service the items listed at the indicated distance or time if given miles x 1 000 km x 1 000 10 16 20 32 30 48 40 64 50 80 60 96 70 112 80 1...

Page 178: ...whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page or severe conditions page Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle 8 000 km 16 000 km 24 000 km 32 000 km 40 000 km 48 000 km 56...

Page 179: ...mi 95 000 mi 100 000 mi 88 000 km 96 000 km 104 000 km 112 000 km 120 000 km Signature or dealer stamp 128 000 km 136 000 km 144 000 km 152 000 km 160 000 km Signature or dealer stamp mi km mi km mi k...

Page 180: ...140 000 mi 145 000 mi 150 000 mi 168 000 km 176 000 km 184 000 km 192 000 km 200 000 km Signature or dealer stamp 208 000 km 216 000 km 224 000 km 232 000 km 240 000 km Signature or dealer stamp mi k...

Page 181: ...Red cap ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP WASHER FLUID Blue cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange handle BRAKE FLUID Black cap CLUTCH FLUID Manual Trans...

Page 182: ...is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy Install the engine oil fill cap and tighten it securely Wait a few minutes and recheck the oi...

Page 183: ...r engine if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic li...

Page 184: ...hen check the oil level on the dipstick If necessary add more oil Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your dealer is required Put a new washer on the...

Page 185: ...g system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible If the reserve tank is completely empty you should also check the coolant...

Page 186: ...carefully so you do not spill Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Put the radiator cap back on and tighten it Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it...

Page 187: ...the reservoir with windshield washer fluid The low washer level indicator will come on when the level is low see page To check the windshield washer fluid level open the driver s door then look at the...

Page 188: ...y Clean up any spills immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment To thoroughly flush the transmission the technician should drain and refill it with Honda ATF Z1 then drive the v...

Page 189: ...ES as a temporary replacement However motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use can cause stiffer shifting Replace as soon as it is convenient The transmission should be draine...

Page 190: ...uid ATF Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage Using any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the sy...

Page 191: ...ur the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spills immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks o...

Page 192: ...ch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector straight back Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab...

Page 193: ...end into the slot Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly Make sure it is right side up it is marked Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb Make sure it is connected s...

Page 194: ...ockwise to lock it in place Open the tailgate Place a cloth on the edge of the cover Remove the covers by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat tipped screwdriver Turn on the lights to make s...

Page 195: ...de marker Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks Turn...

Page 196: ...nto the light assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place Put the cover back onto the light assembly Push it on until it locks in place Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bul...

Page 197: ...t slowly Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol The driver s and the rear floor mats that came with your vehicle hook over the floor...

Page 198: ...ored mats Make sure the rear floor mat is properly hooked to the floor mat anchor Your vehicle is equipped with front passenger s seat weight sensors If the rear passenger s floor mat is on the seat r...

Page 199: ...y pushing in the lock tab Hold the lock tab in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Front If you are changing the rear wiper blade go to...

Page 200: ...ve the blade from its holder by grasping the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder Examine the new wiper blades If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along...

Page 201: ...a gauge to measure the air pressure in each tire at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm per month Remember to check the spa...

Page 202: ...f tread left on the tire A tire this worn gives very little traction on wet roads You should replace the tire if you can see three or more tread wear indicators Excessive tread wear The following char...

Page 203: ...our tires with radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall It is best to replace all four tires at the same time If that...

Page 204: ...ormation about DOT Tire Quality Grading and page for tire size and labeling information The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied wi...

Page 205: ...ehicle has limited tire clearance mount only SAE Class S cable type traction devices with rubber chain tensioners on the front tires Use traction devices only when required by driving conditions or lo...

Page 206: ...accessories contain lead and lead compounds If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative...

Page 207: ...e vehicle is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicon...

Page 208: ...gain If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Changing a Flat Tire 208 If the Engine Won t Start 215 Jump Starting 217 If the Engine Overheats 219 Low Oil Pressure Indicato...

Page 209: ...LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire If you have a flat tire while driving stop in a safe place to change it Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get t...

Page 210: ...ll the upper flaps out by gradually working your hands up the sides of the cover Remove the cover Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack and tools Remove the sp...

Page 211: ...th the wheel nut wrench Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Turn the end bracket clockwise unt...

Page 212: ...inger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove th...

Page 213: ...cer in the center of the wheel Tighten the wheel nuts to Store the jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store the tools and install the cover on the side of the cargo are...

Page 214: ...the outside seam of the cover slightly over the outside edge of the tire Pull the cover on a little at a time and alternate side to side along the tire until you reach the bottom 23 24 25 If equipped...

Page 215: ...ually push the bottom of the cover over the bottom of the tire Zip the cover closed Pull the bottom of the cover over the tire If needed readjust the cover to smooth out any wrinkles Zip the cover clo...

Page 216: ...Check these things Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all the battery is discharged See on page Tur...

Page 217: ...oes not run Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to on page Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working There may be an electrical problem such as no p...

Page 218: ...parking brake Connect one jumper cable to the positive terminal on your battery Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery The numbers in the illustration show you the orde...

Page 219: ...ot touching the power steering belt or the pulley Start your vehicle If the starter motor still operates slowly check that the jumper cables have good metal to metal contact Once your vehicle is runni...

Page 220: ...imbs to the red mark you should determine the reason hot day driving up a steep hill etc Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake Turn off...

Page 221: ...k If it has gone down add coolant to the MAX mark Put the cap back on tightly If there was no coolant in the reserve tank you may need to add coolant to the radiator Let the engine cool down until the...

Page 222: ...shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning lights This indicator should never come on when the engine is running If it starts flashing or stays on the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pr...

Page 223: ...ving under various conditions to set the codes again This indicator may also come on along with the D indicator Your vehicle has certain readiness codes that are part of the on board diagnostics for t...

Page 224: ...n page If the ABS indicator and the VSA system indicator come on with the brake system indicator have your vehicle inspected by your dealer immediately The brake system indicator normally comes on whe...

Page 225: ...e cargo area Try closing the moonroof If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually Check the fuse for the moonroof motor see page...

Page 226: ...ward you and take the lid out of its hinges The primary under hood fuse box is in the engine compartment on the driver s side To open it push the tabs as shown The secondary fuse box is next to the pr...

Page 227: ...e fuses requires a Phillips head screwdriver If something electrical in your vehicle stops working check for a blown fuse first Determine from the chart on pages and or the diagram on the fuse box lid...

Page 228: ...cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem and you do not have a spare fuse take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits Make sure you can do without that...

Page 229: ...Daytime running lights SRS Remote Control Mirrors B FR ACC Heated Seat Fuel Pump Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper Not Used Front Right Power Window Front Left Power Window Rear Left Power Window Rear Ri...

Page 230: ...A 15 A 10 A 30 A 20 A 40 A 40 A Condenser Fan Engine Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard Small Light Horn Stop DBW Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window 40 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 30 A 100...

Page 231: ...rganization Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain It is very dangerous Refer to on page for non emergency towing information 165 On 4WD models The only way you can safely tow your vehicle i...

Page 232: ...e Quality Grading 236 Treadwear 236 Traction 236 Temperature 237 Tire Labeling 238 Emissions Controls 239 The Clean Air Act 239 Crankcase Emissions Control System 239 Evaporative Emissions Control Sys...

Page 233: ...le The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label atta...

Page 234: ...of the transmission The Engine Number is stamped into the front of the engine block Identification Numbers Technical Information 233 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NU...

Page 235: ...cle weight rating Length Width Height Wheelbase Track See the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb SKJ20DR M11 IZFR6K 11 9 6 1 144 cu in 2 354 cm 3 43 x 3 90 in 87 0 x 99 0 mm Water c...

Page 236: ...Charge quantity Lubricant type Capacity Interior Under hood Toe in Camber Caster Size Pressure Headlights Front turn signal Parking lights side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Stop Taillights Ba...

Page 237: ...tions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate The traction grades fro...

Page 238: ...under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can...

Page 239: ...bers and letters that look like the following example TIN Speed symbol an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating Load index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire ca...

Page 240: ...th Environment Canada at the time they are manufactured Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmospher...

Page 241: ...controls include three systems PGM FI ignition timing control and three way catalytic converter These three systems work together to control the engine s combustion and minimize the amount of HC CO a...

Page 242: ...he engine tuned up The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park yo...

Page 243: ...e engine and let it idle for 20 seconds Keep the vehicle in Park automatic transmission or Neutral manual transmission Increase the engine speed to 2 000 rpm and hold it there until the temperature ga...

Page 244: ...ce Information 244 Warranty Coverages 245 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 246 Authorized Manuals 247 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 243 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o...

Page 245: ...ustomer Service Office Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and tele phone number...

Page 246: ...ase read your warranty manual for details covers all Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2005...

Page 247: ...ld cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact N...

Page 248: ...CR V Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2002 05 Honda CR V Body Repair Manual 2005 Honda CR V Owner s Manual 2005 Honda CR V Honda Service History 2005 Honda CR V Quick Start Guide Order Form for Prev...

Page 249: ...and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETROIT MICHIGAN 48207...

Page 250: ...150 Shift Lock Release 153 Capacities Chart 234 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 50 Cargo 138 Battery Charging System Indicator 56 221 Jump Starting 217 Maintenance 205 Specifications 235 Before Driving 129 Bel...

Page 251: ...Anchorage Points 45 Childproof Door Locks 73 Cleaning Seat Belts 196 Clock 125 Clutch Fluid 190 CO in the Exhaust 239 Coin Tray 93 Cold Weather Starting in 146 Consumer Information 244 Controls Instru...

Page 252: ...135 Emergencies 207 Battery Jump Starting 217 Brake System Indicator 223 Changing a Flat Tire 208 Charging System Indicator 221 Checking the Fuses 225 Hazard Warning Flashers 67 Jump Starting 217 Low...

Page 253: ...dures 131 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 62 Fuel 62 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission 149 Manual Transmission 147 Glove Box 93 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 161 234 Fuel 130 Check...

Page 254: ...176 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 56 222 Manual Transmission 147 Checking Fluid Level 188 Shifting 147 Manual Transmission Fluid 188 Meters Gauges 55 61 Methanol in Gasoline 130 Mirrors Adjusting 88 Mod...

Page 255: ...tem Indicator 56 223 Parking Lights 66 Parking Over Things that Burn 154 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 30 PGM FI System 240 Pollen Filter 197 Power Door Locks 73 Power Socket Locations 90 Power Steer...

Page 256: ...6 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 19 Cleaning 196 Detachable Anchor 85 Lap Shoulder Belt 14 18 Maintenance 20 Reminder Indicator and Beeper 56 System Components 18 Use During Pregnancy 16 Wearing a Lap...

Page 257: ...ng 30 SRS Indicator 29 57 System Components 21 Synthetic Oil 182 Table Built in 91 Center 94 Tailgate Hatch Glass 74 Open Indicator 59 Opening the 74 Taillights Changing Bulbs 193 Taking Care of the U...

Page 258: ...How to Dispose of 183 Vehicle Capacity Load 139 Vehicle Dimensions 234 Vehicle Identification Number 232 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA System 158 Indicators 58 Vehicle Storage 206 Ventilation 100 VIN 2...

Page 259: ...y Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see...

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