HONDA CR-V 2011 RD1-RD5, RE7 / 3.G Repair Manual

These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
caref ully.
If a label comes of f or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer f or a replacement.
U.S. models onlyU.S. models
Canadian models
U.S. models only
Saf ety L abels
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SUN VISOR
DASHBOARD RADIATOR CAP
SUN VISOR
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Symbols on labels
attached to your vehicle are to
remind you to read this owner’s
manual f or proper and saf e
operation of your vehicle.
Canadian models
U.S. models U.S. models
Canadian models
Saf ety L abels
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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 . 60
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Instrument Panel . 61 ..........
Instrument Panel Indicators . 62
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Gauges . 68
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Inf ormation Display . 69
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Trip Meter . 69
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Instant Fuel Economy . 70
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Average Fuel Economy . 70
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Range . 70
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Odometer . 71
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Fuel Gauge . 71
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Temperature Gauge . 71
Outside Temperature
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Indicator . 71
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 73
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Maintenance Minder . 73
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel . 74
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Windshield Wipers and Washers . 75
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 76
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 79
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Hazard Warning Button . 79
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Rear Window Def ogger . 80
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Parking Brake . 81
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 81
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Keys and Locks . 82
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Immobilizer System . 83
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Ignition Switch . 84 ......................................
Door Locks . 85
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Power Door Locks . 85
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 86
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Childproof Door Locks . 91
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Remote Transmitter . 92
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Tailgate . 95
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Seats . 97
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Seat Heaters . 111
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Power Windows . 112
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Moonroof . 113
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Mirrors . 114
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Interior Convenience Items . 116
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Dual Deck Cargo Shelf . 117
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Beverage Holders . 119
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Center Table . 120
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Lower Glove Box . 120
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Upper Glove Box . 121
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Vanity Mirror . 121
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Sun Visor . 122
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Sunglasses Holder . 122
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Conversation Mirror . 123
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Accessory Power Sockets . 123
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Console Compartment . 124
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Coat Hook . 125
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Seat Under Tray . 125
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Interior Lights . 126
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If equipped
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Control L ocat ions
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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.123) (P.111)
SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
(P.135)
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
(P.130)
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
(P.315)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
USB ADAPTER CABLE
(P.259)
CLOCK
(P.145, 157, 194)
AUDIO SYSTEM
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.33)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.79)
EX-L without navigation system is shown. (P.179, 186, 237, 245)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.115)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
GAUGES (P.68)
(P.61)
MOONROOF SWITCH
(P.113)
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
(P.81)
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
(P.297)
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE
(P.295)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P.112)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.85)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the tex
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Instrument Panel
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MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(P.65) (P.63)(P.64)
(P.63)
TPMS INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA OFF INDICATOR
DOOR AND TAILGATE
OPEN INDICATOR
(P.62, 396) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATORCRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.65)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
(P.65)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
(P.62, 394)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.67, 264)
(P.67)
(P.66)
(P.62, 395)
(P.65)
(P.62, 394)
(P.64)(P.64)(P.66)
(P.66) (P.62)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.63)
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.63)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators that give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.
See page .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more inf ormation, see page . This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds,
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on.
If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
This indicator has two f unctions:
Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. A beeper
sounds if you drive with the
parking brake not f ully released.
Driving with the parking brake not
fully released can damage the
brakes and tires.
If it stays on after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more inf ormation, see
page .
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Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator
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If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals. For more
inf ormation, see page .This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and when the ignition
switch is turned to the START (III)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem in the ABS.
If this happens, have your vehicle
checked by your dealer. With the
indicator on, your vehicle still has
normal braking ability but no anti-
lock. For more inf ormation, see page
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This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. If it comes on at
any other time, it indicates that the
passenger’s side airbag has
automatically shut off. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. It will then go of f if
you have inserted a properly coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly
coded key, the indicator will blink,
and the engine’s f uel system will be
disabled (see page ).
This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. If it comes on at
any other time, it indicates a
potential problem with your f ront
airbags. This indicator will also alert
you to a potential problem with your
airbag system components. For
more inf ormation, see page . 19
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator Side Airbag Of f
Indicator
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This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See pagef or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control.
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the cruise control system by
pressing the CRUISE button (see
page ).
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and when the ignition
switch is turned to the START (III)
position.
Itcomesonasareminderthatyou
have turned of f the vehicle stability
assist (VSA) system.
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and when the ignition
switch is turned to the START (III)
position. For more inf ormation, see
page .
If itcomesonandstaysonatany
other time, there is a problem with
the VSA system. Take your vehicle
to a dealer to have it checked.
Without VSA, your vehicle still has
normal driving ability, but will not
have VSA traction and stability
enhancement. See page f or more
inf ormation on the VSA system.
It flashes when VSA is active (see
page ).
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Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ) System Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
Cruise Main Indicator
VSA OFF Indicator
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This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).
If this indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position and release the parking
brake, it means there is a problem
withtheDRL.Theremayalsobea
problem with the high beam
headlights. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash. When the indicator comes on, there
are about 2.3 U.S. gal (8.6
)of fuel
remaining in the tank.
When the needle reaches E, there is
a very small amount of f uel in the
tank.
The appropriate indicator comes on
in this display if the tailgate or any
door is not closed tightly.
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
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360 362 High Beam Indicator L ow Fuel Indicator
Daytime Running L ights
Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator
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