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

If equipped
Canadian models only
This indicator comes on when the
security system is set. See page
f or more inf ormation on the
security system.
This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It
remindsyouthatitistimetotake
your vehicle in f or scheduled
maintenance. The maintenance main
items and sub items will be displayed
in the inf ormation display. See page
f or more inf ormation on the
Maintenance Minder .
This indicator goes of f when your
dealer resets it after completing the
required maintenance service. This indicator comes on when the washer f luid level is low. Add washer
f luid when you see this indicator
(see page ).
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Security System Indicator
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Indicator Washer Level Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR
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This meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it.
The inf ormation display consists of
threesegments.Theuppersegment
displays current f uel mileage, the
second segment displays the
odometer, average f uel mileage,
range (estimated distance), engine
oil lif e, and the lower segment
displays the trip meter, and
maintenance item code(s). There are two trip meters: Trip A
and Trip B. Switch between these
displays by pressing the select/reset
knob repeatedly.
Each trip meter works independently,
so you can keep track of two
dif f erent distances.
To reset a trip meter, display it, and
then press and hold the select/reset
knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
To switch the display, press and
release the select/reset knob
repeatedly. When you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, your last selection is
displayed. When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, your last
selection is displayed.
Trip Meter
Inf ormation Display
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Press the SELECT/RESET knob.
INFORMATION DISPLAY
U.S. model is shown.
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Engine Oil Lif e (%) 100%90%80%70%60%50%40%30%20%15%10%5%0%
Calculated Engine
Oil Lif e (%)
100% 91%
90% 81%
80% 71%
70% 61%
60% 51%
50% 41%
40% 31%
30% 21%
20% 16%
15% 11%10% 6%
5% 1% 0%
The remaining engine oil lif e is
shownonthedisplayaccordingto
this table:
To see the current engine oil lif e,
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position, then press and release
the select/reset knob repeatedly
until the engine oil lif e indicator
appears (see page ).
Your vehicle displays engine oil lif e
and maintenance service items on
the inf ormation display to show you
when you should have your dealer do
engine oil replacement and indicated
maintenance service.
Based on the engine operating
conditions, the onboard computer in
your vehicle calculates the remaining
engine oil lif e and displays it as a
percentage.
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SELECT/RESET KNOB
ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR
U.S. model is shown.
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If you do not perf orm the indicated
maintenance, negative distance
traveled is displayed and begins to
blink af ter the vehicle has been
driven 10 miles (10 km) or more.
Negative distance traveled means
your vehicle has passed the
maintenance required point.
When the remaining engine oil lif e is
0 percent, the engine oil lif e indicator
will blink. The display comes on
everytimeyouturntheignition
switch to the ON (II) position. The
Maintenance Minder indicator
( ) also comes on and remains
on in the instrument panel. When
you see this message, immediately
have the indicated maintenance done
by your dealer.
The maintenance item code or codes
indicate the main and sub items
required at the time of the oil change
(see page ).
You can switch the information
display f rom the engine oil lif e
display to the odometer or the
average f uel mileage, press and
release the select/reset knob on the
instrument panel.
Whentheengineoillifeis15to1
percent, the Maintenance Minder
indicator ( ) comes on every
time you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, then it goes out
if you switch the inf ormation display.
When you see this message, have
the indicated maintenance
perf ormed by your dealer as soon as
possible.
Immediately have the indicated
maintenance done by your dealer.
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NEGATIVE DISTANCE TRAVELED
U.S. model is shown.
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Your dealer will reset the display
af ter completing the required
maintenance service. You will see
‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the inf ormation
display the next time you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
Press the select/reset knob
repeatedly until the engine oil lif e
is displayed.
All maintenance items displayed on
the inf ormation display are in code.
For an explanation of these
maintenance codes, see page .
To change the inf ormation display
f rom the engine oil lif e display to the
odometer or the average f uel
mileage, press and release the
select/reset knob.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described as f ollows.
When the engine oil lif e is 0 percent
or negative distance traveled, the
Maintenance Minder indicator
( )remainsonevenif you
change the inf ormation display.
If maintenance service is done by
someone other than your dealer,
reset the Maintenance Minder as
f ollows: 1. 2.
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Display
Maintenance Main Items and Sub
Items
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U.S. model is shown. SUB ITEM(S)
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If you have the required service
done but do not reset the display, or
reset the display without doing the
service, the system will not show the
correct maintenance intervals. This
canleadtoseriousmechanical
problems because you will no longer
have an accurate record of when
maintenance is needed.
Your authorized Honda dealer
knows your vehicle best and can
provide competent, ef f icient service.
Press the select/reset knob f or
about 10 seconds. The information
displayshowstheresetmode
initial display as shown.
Select the ‘‘OIL LIFE’’ indicator by
turning the select/reset knob. The
display begins to blink. Push the
same knob to enter this setting. The engine oil lif e and the
maintenance item code(s) will
begin to blink. Press the select/
reset knob f or another 5 seconds.
The maintenance item code(s) will
disappear, and the engine oil lif e
will reset to ‘‘100.’’
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Precautions
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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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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
NOTE:
4WD
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Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid If you tow a CR-V behind a motorhome, the
transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years
or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace rear differential fluid
Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
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Protecting Children . 35
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Protecting Inf ants . 40
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Protecting Larger Children . 51
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Protecting Small Children . 41
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers . 49
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Using LATCH . 44
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Protecting Your Discs . 252
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Radiator Overheating . 392
Radio/Disc Sound
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System . 145, 157, 194
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Radio Thef t Protection . 258
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Readiness Codes . 419
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Rear Dif f erential Fluid . 357
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 362
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Rear Seat, Folding . 105, 107
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Rear View Mirror . 114
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Rear Window Def ogger . 80
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Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 76
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 97, 98, 99
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Ref ueling . 295
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Reminder Indicators . 62
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Remote Transmitter . 92 Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 366
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Engine Oil and Filter . 350
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Fuses . 397
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Light Bulbs . 359
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Schedule . 341
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Tires . 374
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Wiper Blades . 367
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 22
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 424
Reserve Tank, Engine
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Coolant . 298, 352
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Restraint, Child . 35
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Reverse Gear Position . 316
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Roof Rack . 307
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Rotation, Tire . 373
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Saf ety Belts . 9, 19
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 424
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Saf ety Features . 8
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Airbags . 10
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Seat Belts . 9
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 56 ..............................
Saf ety Messages . iii
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Seat Belts . 9, 15
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Additional Information . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners . 21
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Cleaning . 365
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Detachable Anchor . 109
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15, 20
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Maintenance . 22
Reminder Indicator and
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Beeper . 19, 62
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System Components . 19
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Use During Pregnancy . 17
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15
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Seat Heaters . 111
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Seat Power Adjustment . 97
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Seats, Adjusting the . 97-99
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Select/Reset Knob . 68
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Serial Number . 406
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Service Intervals . 341
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Service Manual . 425
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Service Station Procedures . 295
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Setting the Clock . 259
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