roof HONDA CR-V 2005 RD4-RD7 / 2.G Owners Manual

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
AUDIO SYSTEM
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.66)
(P.88) (P.68)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.30)
(P.67)
SHIFT LEVER (A/T)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
(P.67) CLOCK
(P.65)
(P.135)
(P.171) (P.161)
(P.137)
HORN
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON
(P.138) MOONROOF SWITCH
A/T model is shown. STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
(P.69)
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.138) PARKING BRAKE
(P.68)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
ON/OFF SWITCH (P.103)
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Leaving children without
adult supervision is illegal in most
states and Canadian provinces,
and can be very hazardous.
For example, infants and small
childrenleftinavehicleonahot
day can die f rom heatstroke. A
child lef t alone with the key in the
ignition switch can accidentally set
the vehicle in motion, possibly
injuring themselves or others. Children 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
switch, and open the tailgate or
hatch glass, which can lead to
accidental injury or death.
This can prevent
children f rom accidentally f alling
out (see page ). 73
Protecting Children General Guidelines
Do not leave children alone in a
vehicle. Lock all doors, the tailgate and the
hat ch when your vehicle is not inuse.
K eep vehicle keys/remot etransmitters out of the reach ofchildren.
Use t he childproof door locks t o
prevent children f rom opening t herear doors.
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .54
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Instrument Panel .55
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 56
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Gauges .61
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Trip Meter .61
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Odometer .62
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Fuel Gauge .62
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Temperature Gauge . 62
Outside Temperature ..................................
Indicator .62
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .64
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Windshield Wipers and Washers . 65
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 66
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
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Hazard Warning Button . 67
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Rear Window Def ogger . 68
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Parking Brake .68
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 69
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Keys and Locks .70
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Immobilizer System .71
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Ignition Switch .72
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Door Locks .73
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Power Door Locks .73
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Childproof Door Locks . 73...............
Tailgate and Hatch Glass . 74
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Remote Transmitter .75
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Seats .78
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Seat Heaters .86
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Power Windows .86
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Moonroof .88
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Mirrors .88
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Interior Convenience Items . 90
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Beverage Holders .91
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Built-in Table .91
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Glove Box .93
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Coin Tray .93
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Sunglasses Holder .94
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Center Table .94
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Accessory Power Sockets . 95
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Center Pocket .95
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Sun Visor .95
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Interior Lights .95
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON
(P.138)HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
SHIFT LEVER (A/T)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
A/T model is shown. REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.65) (P.
67)
(P.88)
(P.68)
(P.30)
(P.69)
(P.66)
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM ON/OFF
SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
(P.67)
(P.171)
MOONROOF SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P.135) (P.161)
PARKING BRAKE
(P.68)
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.138) HORN
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To lock the doors and the tailgate,
press the master door lock switch on
either f ront door, press the lock tab
down on the driver’s door, or use the
keyontheoutsidelockonthedriver’s
door.
Pressing up on either master door
lock switch will unlock all of the
doors and the tailgate.
The childproof door locks are
designed to prevent children seated
in the rear f rom accidentally opening
the rear doors. Each rear door has a
lock lever near the edge. With the
lever in the LOCK position, the door
cannot be opened f rom the inside
regardless of the position of 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 driver’s door.
To lock any passenger’s door when
getting out of the vehicle, push the
lock tab down, and close the door.
To lock the driver’s door, remove the
key f rom the ignition switch, pull the
outside door handle and push the
lock tab down or push the door lock
switch down. Release the handle,
then close the door.
Only the driver’s door unlocks when
you use the key on the outside
driver’s door lock.
Power Door L ocks Childproof Door L ocks
Door L ocks
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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LEVER
Lock LOCK TAB
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

If equippedKeep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position, and use the switch
under the lef t dashboard vent to
operate the moonroof .
To tilt up the back of the moonroof ,
press and hold the center button
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To close the moonroof , press and
hold the top of the switch ( ).
To open the moonroof , press and
hold the bottom of the switch
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Moonroof Mirrors
Moonroof , Mirrors
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TABOpening or closing the
moonroof on someone’s hands
or fingers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers
are clear of the moonroof
before opening or closing it.
If you try to open the moonroof in
below-f reezing temperatures, or when
it is covered with snow or ice, you can
damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.If youfoldtherearseatsupor
down, tie down items that could be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop. Also, keep
all cargo below the bottom of the
windows. If it is higher, it could
interf ere with the proper operation
of thesidecurtainairbags.Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the
tailgate or the hatch glass, exhaust
gas can enter the passenger area.
To avoid the possibility of
, f ollow the
instructions on page .
If you carry any items on a roof
rack,besurethetotalweightof
the rack and the items does not
exceed the maximum allowable
weight. Please contact your dealer
for further information.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
under the seats and interf ere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, the proper operation of the
seats, or the advanced front
airbags.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
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Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo A rea
carbon
monoxide poisoning
Carrying Cargo in the Passenger
Compartment
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Theseparationnetcanbeusedto
hold back sof t, lightweight items
stored in the cargo area. Heavy
items should be properly secured on
the f loor of the cargo area. The net
may not prevent heavy items f rom
being thrown f orward in a crash or a
sudden stop.
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Ref er to the inf ormation that
came with your roof rack.
The f our hooks on the f loor can be
used to install a net f or securing
items.
Carrying Cargo
Optional Separation Net
Bef ore Driving
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HOOK

Because your vehicle rides higher
of f the ground, it has a high center
of gravity that can cause it to roll
over if you make abrupt turns. Utility
vehicles have a signif icantly higher
roll over rate than other types of
vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of
control:Take corners at slower speeds
than you would with a passenger
vehicle.
Avoid sharp turns and abrupt
maneuvers whenever possible. Do not carry heavy cargo on the
roof . Do not modif y your vehicle in any
way that would raise the center of
gravity.
You still need to exercise the same
care when accelerating, steering, and
brakingthatyouwouldinatwo-
wheel drive vehicle.
Your vehicle has higher ground
clearance that allows you to travel
over bumps, obstacles, and rough
terrain. It also provides good
visibility so you can anticipate
problems earlier.
Your vehicle is equipped with a f our-
wheel drive (4WD) system. When
the system senses a loss of front-
wheel traction, it automatically
transf ers some power to the rear
wheels. This gives you better
traction and mobility.
Four-wheel Drive Models
See page f or of f -highway drivingguidelines. 179
Driving Guidelines
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Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, set the parking brake
bef ore you put the transmission in
Park. This keeps the vehicle f rom
moving and putting pressure on the
parking mechanism in the
transmission.
Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the cargo area or take them
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 f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the f ront wheels away f rom the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in f irst gear.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in reverse gear.
Parking T ips
Parking
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