roof rack HONDA CR-V 2004 RD4-RD7 / 2.G Owners Manual

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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can af f ect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsaf e. Bef ore carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
f ollowing pages.Roof -rack (if installed) Cargo area Seat-back pockets
Door pockets Tailgate pockets
Glove box
Dashboard pocket
Storage box
Center pocket
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving132
DOOR POCKETS
SEAT-BACK
POCKETS GLOVE BOX
A/T model only TAILGATE POCKETS
STORAGE BOX
DASHBOARD POCKET
CARGO AREA CENTER POCKET

Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
under the seats and interf ere with
the pedals or seat operation.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as f ar f orward 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 can carry any items on a
roof rack, be sure the total weight
of the rack and the items does not
exceed the maximum allowable
weight. Please contact your Honda
dealer f or f urther inf ormation.
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.
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Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment Carrying Cargo in the Cargo A rea
or on a Roof Rack
carbon
monoxide poisoning
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Follow the Severe Maintenance
Schedule if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
f ollowing conditions: Extensive idling or long periods of
stop and go driving, such as a taxi or
a delivery vehicle. Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per
trip or, in f reezing temperatures,
driving less than 10 miles (16 km)
per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F
(32°C)] conditions.
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions. Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced
roads. T railer towing, driving with a roof
rack, or driving in mountainous
conditions.
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Canadian Owners
Maint enance
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Check inflation and condition once a month
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See dust and pollen filter on page for
replacement information under special
driving conditions.
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page
193)
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Inspect the following items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components, Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter
Clean and replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace rear differential fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid Clean every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), and replace every 30,000
miles (48,000 km)
Use normal schedule except in dusty
condition.
See information on maintenance and
emission warranty on page .
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

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CONT INUED
Reserve Tank, Engine...............................
Coolant .128, 176
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Restraint, Child .30
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Reverse Gear Position . 142
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Reverse Lockout .145
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Roof Rack .134
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Rotation, Tire .193
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Saf ety Belts .8, 20
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 240
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .10
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Door Locks .12
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Head Restraints .15
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Seat Belts .8
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Seats and Seat-Backs . 12
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 51
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Saf ety Messages .ii
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Seat Belts .8, 20
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Additional Information . 20
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .21
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Cleaning .187 .....................
Detachable Anchor .84
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15,20
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Maintenance .22
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Reminder Light and Beeper . 65
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System Components . 20
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Use During Pregnancy . 18
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15
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Seat Heaters .76
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Seats, Adjusting the .77
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Serial Number .224
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Service Intervals .168
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Service Manual .241
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Service Station Procedures . 125
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Setting the Clock . 118,162
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 141
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Shif t Lock Release .145
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Side Airbags .26
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Cutoff Indicator .28
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .184
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Signaling Turns .65
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Snow Tires .195
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Sound System .102
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Specif ications Charts . 226
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Speed Control .119
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Speedometer .61 ..........
SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 23
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Additional Safety Precautions . 29
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Airbag Service .28
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ...........
Indicator Light Works . 28
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 27
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .23
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
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SRS Components .23
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SRS Indicator .27 ,57
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 71
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State Emissions Testing . 234
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Starting the Engine .138
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With a Dead Battery . 209
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 211
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .68
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 71
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Stereo Sound System . 102
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Storage Box .94
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Storing Your Vehicle .197
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Sunglasses Holder .94
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