heating HONDA CR-V 2011 RD1-RD5, RE7 / 3.G Owners Manual
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(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)
(main controls)
(f luid capacities and tire pressures)
(indicators, gauges, inf ormation display, dashboard, and steering column)
(climate control, audio, steering wheel, security and cruise control)
(fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)
(engine and transmission operation) (minder, f luid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)
(vehicle specif ications, tires, and emissions controls) (warranty and contact inf ormation)
(how to order)
(f lat tire, jump starting, overheating, and f uses)
Contents
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety.5
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Index .I
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Your Vehicle at a Glance.3
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Service Inf ormation Summary . last page
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Instruments and Controls.59
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Features.129
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Bef ore Driving.293
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Driving.311
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Maintenance.339
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T echnical Inf ormation.405
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Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) .421
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A uthorized Manuals (U.S. only).425
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T aking Care of the Unexpected.381
INDEX
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A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column.
How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other convenience
f eatures.What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park; plus
what you need to know if you’re
planning to tow a trailer.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A summary of the inf ormation you
need when you pull up to the f uelpump.
Important inf ormation about the
proper use and care of your vehicle’s
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable inf ormation on how to
protect children with child restraints. A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual f or detailed
inf ormation.
The Maintenance Minder shows
you when you need to take your
vehicle to the dealer for maintenance
service. There is also a list of things
to check and instructions on how to
check them.
ID numbers, dimensions, capaci-
ties, and technical inf ormation.
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience,
and details how to handle them.
Overview of Contents
Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Instruments and Controls
Features Driving
Maintenance
Warranty and Customer
Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
Authorized Manuals
(U.S. only) Index
Bef ore Driving
Service Inf ormation Summary
T echnical Inf ormation
T aking Care of the Unexpected
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If equipped
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCHES
U.S. EX-L without navigation system is shown. ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKETSHEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
(P.85)
(P.295) (P.130)
(P.135)
(P.315)
(P.123)
(P.112)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
(P.297)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.115)
(P.10, 25)
PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIRBAG
DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG
(P.10, 25)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
GAUGES
(P.61)
(P.68) AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.145, 157, 194)
USB ADAPTER CABLE
(P.179, 186, 237, 245)
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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
f ollow the inf ormation on this page.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in a crash that
may have damaged the underside. With the tailgate open, air flow can
pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
tailgate open, open all the windows
and set the heating and cooling
system/climate control system as
shown below.
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconf ined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system/climate control
system as f ollows: 1. 2.3.4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even killyou.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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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 heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to
discourage vandalism and thef t of
your vehicle..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 130
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Climate Control System . 135
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Dual Temperature Control . 140
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Climate Control Sensors . 142
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Audio System . 143 ..........
Playing the AM/FM Radio . 145
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Playing a Disc . 149
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Disc Player Error Messages . 156
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Playing the FM/AM Radio . 157
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Playing the XM
Radio . 161
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Playing Discs . 166
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Disc Changer Error Messages . 176
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PlayinganiPod
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iPod
Error Messages . 183
Playing a USB Flash Memory
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Device . 184
USB Flash Memory Device Error
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Messages . 193
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Playing the AM/FM Radio . 194
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Playing the XM
Radio . 200
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Playing a Disc . 206
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Disc Player Error Messages . 214 ...................................
CD Changer . 215
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CD Changer Error Messages . 221
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Playing a PC card . 222
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PC card Error Messages . 234
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PlayinganiPod
. 235
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iPod
Error Messages . 241
Playing a USB Flash Memory ........................................
Device . 242
USB Flash Memory Device Error ...................................
Messages . 249
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AM/FM Radio Reception . 250
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Protecting Your Discs . 252
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Remote Audio Controls . 255
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Playing an Optional Audio Unit . 257
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Radio Thef t Protection . 258
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Setting the Clock . 259
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Compass . 260
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Security System . 264
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Rearview Camera and Monitor . 265
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Cruise Control . 266
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HandsFreeLink. 269
LX model
EX and EX-L models without navigationsystem
Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system
EX-L model with navigation system Bluetooth
Except LX model
Features
Features
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
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TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
AIR CONDITIONING
(A/C) BUTTON
FAN CONTROL DIAL
MAX A/C BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON
MODE CONTROL BUTTONS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
LX and U.S. EX models
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
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Turn this dial to increase or decrease
the fan speed and airflow.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.When the recirculation indicator is
on, air f rom the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in f rom the outside of the
vehicle (fresh air mode).
The outside air intakes f or the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
Thesystemshouldbeleftinfresh
air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C of f ,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.
This button turns the air
conditioning on and of f . The
indicatorinthebuttonisonwhen
the A/C is on.
The system automatically
turns on the A/C and switches to
recirculation mode (see page to
use this setting). Air f lows f rom the
center and side vents in the
dashboard. Pressing the , A/C,
or any of the mode buttons cancels
MAX A/C, but the A/C stays on. Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents. Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Use the mode control buttons to
select the vents air flows from. Some
air will f low f rom the dashboard
corner vents in all modes.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger of f and on (see page ).
Pushing this button also turns the
power mirror heaters on and of f .
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Canadian models only
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Fan Control Dial
T emperature Control Dial
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button
MAX A/C Button Mode Control
Rear Window Def ogger
Button
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Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents.
When you select , the system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode. If you switch the mode f rom or to , the system
keeps the A/C on. The A/C
indicator will not come on if it was
off to start with.
To turn of f the A/C, press the A/C
button to illuminate the indicator,
then press it again to turn off the
A/C.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and def roster vents at
the base of the windshield. Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
f resh air mode and turns on the A/C.
You cannot turn the A/C of f in this
mode.
Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and fresh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system.
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode. If you switch the mode
f rom or , the system
also automatically turns on the
A/C. This helps prevent the
windows f rom f ogging up
unintendedly. The A/C indicator
willnotcomeonifitwasoffto
start with (see the f irst column on
this page).
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
When you switch to or
mode f rom , the A/C
turnsoff.Butifitwasontostart
with, the A/C stays on. The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then discharges
it through vents near the tailgate. 1.2. 3.4.1. 2. 3.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Ventilation
Using the Heater
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Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reading returns to normal.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select f resh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
air conditioning, and setting the f an
to maximum speed in f resh air mode.
To cool the interior with MAX A/C: Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select MAX A/C.
The system automatically turns on
the A/C, selects , and
switches to recirculation mode.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool. Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry and
can prevent the windows f rom
f ogging up.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
pref erence.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2.3.4.
1.2. 3.
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If the interior is very warm,Dehumidif y the Interior
Using the A /C
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