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

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
Ref er to the navigation system manual.
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SHIFT LEVER
HORN
BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS AUDIO SYSTEM
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.194)
(P.80/115) (P.315)
(P.269)
(P.81)
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
(P.76)
MIRROR CONTROLS
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS
(P.255)
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
(P.81)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES
(P.115)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
(P.325)
CLOCK
(P.259)
(P.145, 157)
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.79)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON (P.79)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.33)
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.75)
(P.266)
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
(P.111)
(P.123)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON/
HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON
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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
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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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
Instrument Panel Indicators
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
Ref er to the navigation system manual.
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
HORN
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P.325)
(P.255) (P.81)
(P.269)
(P.81)
(P.123)
(P.266)
(P.76)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET(P.111)
MIRROR CONTROLS (P.115) HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
SEAT HEATER SWITCHESREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.80)
(P.115)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.79)
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.75)
(P.33)
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.79)
(P.194)
(P.315)
(P.145, 157) CLOCK
(P.259)
AUDIO SYSTEM
AUDIO SYSTEM
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When you turn the wiper switch to
the ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper will
return to its parked position.
OFF
Turn Signal
OFF
Parking and interior lights
AUTO
Headlights on
High Beams
Flashhighbeams
Rotate the switch
counterclockwise also to spray the
window washer and turn the wiperon.
When you shif t the transmission to
the reverse position with the f ront
windshield wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automatically even if
the rear wiper switch is of f .
Therearwindowwasherusesthe
same f luid reservoir as the wind-
shield washer. Hold past ON to activate the rear
window wiper a f ew times and to
spray the rear window washer.
The wiper operates every 7
seconds af ter completing two
sweeps.
Rotate the switch clockwise to
turn the rear window wiper ON.
If equipped
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Rear Window Wiper and Washer
Turn Signals and Headlights
Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signals and Headlights
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EX-L model is shown.
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Push down on the
lever to signal a lef t turn and up to
signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever,
and hold it. The lever will return to
center when you release it or
complete a turn.
Turning the switch to
the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the
parking lights, taillights, instrument
panel lights, side-marker lights, and
rear license plate light.
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights. If
you leave the lights on with the key
removed f rom the ignition switch,
you will hear a reminder chime when
you open the driver’s door. When the light switch is in either of
these positions, the lights on
indicator comes on as a reminder.
This indicator stays on if you leave
the lights on and turn the ignition
switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or
LOCK (0) position.
Push the lever
f orward and the high beam indicator
will come on (see page ). Pull it
back to return to low beams.
To f lash 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 automatic lighting
f eature turns on the headlights and
all other exterior lights, when it
senses low ambient light.
To turn on automatic lighting, turn
the light switch to AUTO. The lights
will come on automatically when the
outside light level becomes low (at
dusk, f or example). The lights on
indicator comes on as a reminder.
The lights and indicator will turn of f
automatically when the system
senses high ambient light.
The lights will remain on when you
turn of f the ignition switch. They will
turn of f automatically when you
remove the key and open the driver’s
door. To turn them on again, either
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position or turn the light switch
to the position.
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EX-L models onlyTurn Signal
Headlights
High BeamsAUTO
Turn Signals and Headlights
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With the headlight switch in the of f
or position, the high beam
headlights and the high beam
indicator come on with reduced
brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch of f , even if you
set the parking brake.
Even with the automatic lighting
f eature turned on, we recommend
thatyouturnonthelightsmanually
when driving at night or in a dense
f og, or when you enter dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking
f acilities.
Do not leave the light switch in
AUTO if you will not be driving the
vehicle f or an extended period (a
weekormore).Youshouldalsoturn
of f the lights if you plan to leave the
engine idling or of f f or a long time. The automatic lighting f eature is
controlledbyasensorlocatedontop
of the dashboard. Do not cover this
sensor or spill liquids on it.The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
Turn Signals and Headlights
Daytime Running L ights
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LIGHT SENSOR
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moonroof runs into any obstacle
while it is closing automatically, it
will reverse direction and then stop.
To close the moonroof , remove the
obstacle, then use the moonroof
switch again.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed. You
should always check that all
passengers and objects are away
f rom the moonroof bef ore closing it. The moonroof has a key-of f delay.
You can open and close the
moonroof f or up to 10 minutes af ter
you turn of f the ignition switch. The
key-of f delay cancels as soon as you
open either f ront door. You must
then turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position f or the moonroof to
operate.
Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
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.
AUTO REVERSE
Mirrors
Moonroof , Mirrors
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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 its
motor.
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If equipped
Once the security system is set,
opening any door without using the
key or the remote transmitter, the
hood, or the tailgate will cause the
system to alarm.Use the remote transmitter
to quickly check that the hood, the
tailgate, and all doors are closed.
Push the lock button twice within 5
seconds. There should be an audible
conf irmation beep.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and the tailgate. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doorsandthetailgatefromthe
outside with the key, driver’s lock
tab, door lock master switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself .
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights f lash if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicle or remove the audio unit.
This alarm continues f or 2 minutes,
then the system resets. To reset an
activated system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or use the
remote transmitter.
The security system will not set if
the hood, tailgate, or any of the
doors are not f ully closed. If the
system will not set, check the doors
and the tailgate. You can also check
the open indicator on the instrument
panel (see page ), to see if the
doors and the tailgate are f ully
closed. Since it is not part of the
monitor display, manually check thehood.
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page
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Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate light monthly.
See page .
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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