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

Bef ore you begin driving your
vehicle, you should know what
gasoline to use and how to check the
levels of important f luids. You also
need to know how to properly store
luggage or packages. The
inf ormation in this section will help
you. If you plan to add any
accessories to your vehicle, please
read the information in this section
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Break-in Period .142
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Fuel Recommendation . 142
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Service Station Procedures . 143
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Ref ueling .143
Opening and Closing ................................
the Hood .144
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Oil Check .145
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Engine Coolant Check . 146
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Fuel Economy .147
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Accessories and Modif ications . 148
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Carrying Cargo .150
Bef ore Driving
Bef ore Driving
141

Reach in between the hood and
the f ront grille with your f ingers.
The hood latch handle is above
the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
until it releases the hood. Lif t the
hood.
If the hood latch handle moves
stif f ly, or if you can open the hood
without lifting the handle, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated.
Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches. Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least once. If you
do not properly tighten the cap,
the malf unction indicator lamp
maycomeon(seepage ).
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5.
6.
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Service Station Procedures
Opening and Closing the Hood
144
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
LATCH

Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil, it
displays the API Certif ication Seal
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals given in the maintenance
schedule.
1.
2.
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
Changing the Oil and Filter
194
WASHER
OIL DRAIN BOLT

Open the hood.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on
the edge of the cover. Remove the
covers by caref ully prying on the
edge with a small f lat-tipped
screwdriver.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
CONT INUED
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs Replacing a Parking L ight/Front
Side Marker Bulb and a Turn
Signal Light Bulb
Maint enance
205
TURN SIGNAL BULB PARKING LIGHT/FRONT SIDE MARKER BULB
COVER

Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Replace them if you f ind signs of
cracking in the rubber, areas that are
getting hard, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
Raise the wiper arm of f the
windshield.
Front: If you are changing the rear
wiperblade,gotostep6.
Raise the wiper arm of f the hatch
glass and hold it.
Rear:
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2.
Wiper Blades
210
LOCK TAB
WIPER ARMS
FRONT
REAR
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage
the hood and the wiper arms.

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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.
Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
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 order to connect the jumper
cables. Turn of f all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc. Put the transmission in
neutral (manual) or Park
(automatic), and set the parking
brake.
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2.
3.
CONT INUED
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
Jump Starting
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
229
BOOSTER BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indicationmaybethetemperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard indicators.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
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3.
4.
CONT INUED
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
231
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.

Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within10seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page
).
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4. 3.
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242
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Charging System Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
233
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.

The vehicle’s f uses are contained in
threefuseboxes.
The interior f use box is underneath
the steering column. To remove the
f use box lid, pull it toward you and
take the lid out of its hinges.
The primary under-hood f use box is
in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.
The secondary f use box is next to
the primary f use box.
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
237
TAB INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY)
UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY)

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Gas Mileage, Improving . 147
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Gasohol .142
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Gasoline .142
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Low Fuel Indicator .59
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Gauge .62
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Octane Requirement . 142
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Tank, Ref ueling .143
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Gas Station Procedures . 143
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 62
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Fuel .62
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 161
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Manual Transmission . 159
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Glove Box .93
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR) .173, 246 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 244
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .70
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Switch .72
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Timing Control System . 252
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Immobilizer System .71
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 199
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Brake .201
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Clutch .202
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Manual Transmission . 200
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Power Steering .202
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Windshield Washer . 198
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Folding Rear Seat .82, 83
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Four-way Flashers .67
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Front Airbags .9 ,23
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting .78
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Heaters .86
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Airbags .9, 23
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Fuel .142
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63
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Fill Door and Cap .143
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Low Fuel Indicator .59
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Gauge .62
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Octane Requirement . 142
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Oxygenated .142
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Tank, Ref ueling .143
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Fuel Economy .147
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Fuses, Checking the .237 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 203
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Hatch Glass .74
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 67Headlights
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Aiming .203
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Daytime Running Lights . 67
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High Beam Indicator . 59
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Reminder Tone .66
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 203
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Turning on .66
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Head Restraints .80
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Heated Mirrors .89
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Heater, Seat .86
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Heating and Cooling .98
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High Beam Lever .67
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Hood, Opening the .144
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Horn .4,64
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Hydraulic Clutch .202
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