washer fluid HONDA CR-V 2012 RM1, RM3, RM4 / 4.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P 95)
Turn Signals (P 112)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left Lights
(P 112)Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing Wipers and Washers
(P 115)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST OFF
INT : Low speed with intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 265)
Under the Hood (P 273)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 285)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 292)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 296)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator● Comes on when you press the CRUISE
button.2 Cruise Control P. 245
CRUISE
CONTROL
Indicator● Comes on if you have set a speed for cruise control.
2 Cruise Control P. 245
Washer Level
Indicator*●
Comes on when washer fluid gets low.● Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 284
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on when the scheduled maintenance
is due soon.2 Maintenance Minder

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
■ MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■ Adjusting the delay *
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring *
MIST
INT : Low speed with
intermittent
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe
Pull to use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reservoir Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)Battery

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge on the cap.If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, the indicator appears on the instrument panel.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
Level Gauge
Models with washer level sensor

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: LX models with 2WD
*2: LX models with AWD, EX and EX-L models with 2WD
*3: EX, EX-L models with AWD and TOUR modelsModelHonda CR-V
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 4,332 lbs (1,965 kg) *1
4,464 lbs (2,025 kg) *2
4,564 lbs (2,070 kg) *3
Canada: 1,965 kg *1
2,025 kg *2
2,070 kg *3
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,227 lbs (1,010 kg) *1
2,271 lbs (1,030 kg) *2
2,326 lbs (1,055 kg) *3
Canada: 1,010 kg *1
1,030 kg *2
1,055 kg *3
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,150 lbs (975 kg)
*1
2,238 lbs (1,015 kg) *2
2,282 lbs (1,035 kg) *3
Canada: 975 kg *1
1,015 kg *2
1,035 kg *3
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity13.6 – 15.4 oz (385 – 435 g)Lubricant TypeSP-10
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer Fluid
Displacement144 cu-in (2,354 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel: TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.3 US gal (58 )
Capacity/Type36AH(5)/45AH(20)
36AH(5)/47AH(20)
38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 )
■Light Bulbs
*1: Not available on all modelsHeadlights (High/Low Beams)60/55W (H4/HB2)
Fog Lights 55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights24/2.2CP
Side Marker Lights 3CP
Upper Rear Side Marker/Taillights3CP
Lower Rear Side Marker/Brake/
Taillights 21/5W
Back-Up Lights21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light 3CP
Cargo Area Light8W
Vanity Mirror Lights *1
2W
Interior LightsMap Lights8WCeiling Light8W

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers 4WD.......................................................... 250
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 255
Accessories and Modifications ................ 263
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 135
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 280
Engine Oil ............................................... 275
Washer ................................................... 284
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 275
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 131
Front Seats.............................................. 122
Head Restraints ....................................... 125
Mirrors.................................................... 120
Rear Seat Back ........................................ 130
Rear Seats ............................................... 129
Steering Wheel ....................................... 119
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 145
Changing the Mode................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 146
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 309
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode.... ............... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145 Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System) ...................................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 144
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 309
Heating ................................................... 143
Air Pressure ....................................... 297, 341
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision......................................... 41
Airbag Care ............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 21
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator ........................................ 48, 71, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 49
Sensors...................................................... 37
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 46
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 50
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 47
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 155
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 255
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest ..................................................... 131
Audio Antenna ......................................... 152
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 189
Audio System ............................................ 150
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 154
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 151
Error Messages ........................................ 185 General Information ................................ 190 iPod
®....................................................... 163
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 168
Pandora ®................................................. 166
Reactivating ............................................ 152
Recommended CDs ................................. 191
Recommended Devices............................ 193
Security Code .......................................... 152
Theft Protection ...................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 151
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 193
Authorized Manuals ................................ 349
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Customize ................................................. 89
Automatic Lighting .................................. 113
Automatic Transmission ........................... 242
Creeping ................................................. 242
Fluid ........................................................ 282
Kickdown ................................................ 242
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 244
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 326
Shifting ................................................... 243
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 151
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 79, 82
Average Speed ........................................... 82
AWD .......................................................... 250
B
Battery ...................................................... 305
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 329

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Index
Display Button............................................ 81
Door Mirrors ............................................. 121
Doors .......................................................... 97
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door Open Indicator ........................... 28, 72
Keys.......................................................... 97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................... 99
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 100
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 299
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support ................. 122
Driving ...................................................... 225
Automatic Transmission .......................... 242
Braking ................................................... 253
Cruise Control ........................................ 245
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 237
Shifting Gear .......................................... 243
Starting the Engine ................................. 239
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 309
DVD Player ............................................... 173
E
Eco Assist System .......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 119
Elapsed Time .............................................. 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 73, 331 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 248
Emergency ................................................ 336
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 345
Engine ....................................................... 342
Coolant ................................................... 280
Jump Starting .......................................... 324
Oil ........................................................... 275
Starting ................................................... 239
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 111
Engine Coolant ......................................... 280
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 281
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 280
Overheating ............................................ 327
Temperatue Guage.................................... 77
Engine Oil ................................................. 275
Adding .................................................... 277
Checking ................................................. 276
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 269
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 68, 329
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 275
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 73, 331
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 312
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 121
F Features ..................................................... 149
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 309
Oil ........................................................... 278
Flat Tire ..................................................... 317
Floor Mats ................................................. 311
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 282
Brake ...................................................... 283
Engine Coolant ....................................... 280
Windshield Washer ................................. 284
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 129
Foot Brake ................................................ 254
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 40
Front Seats ................................................ 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Fuel ...................................................... 16, 259
Economy ................................................. 262
Gauge ....................................................... 77
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ................................................. 79, 82
Recommendation .................................... 259
Refueling................................................. 259
Fuel Economy ........................................... 262
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 16, 261
Message.................................................. 330
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 16, 260
Fuses .......................................................... 333
Inspecting and Changing........ ............... .. 335
Locations......................................... 333, 334

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Index
Emergency Towing .................................. 336
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 323
Noise When Braking .................................. 20
Overheating............................................. 327
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 317
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 19, 102
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 326
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Turn Signals ............................................... 112
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 74
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................... 99
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 11
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 150, 151
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 193
V
Valet Key ..................................................... 98
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 342
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 248
Off Button ............................................... 249
Off Indicator .............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) ..................................... 275, 341
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 248W
Wallpaper
................................................... 90
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 329
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 347
Watts ......................................................... 340
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 301
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 320
Window Washers ..................................... 115
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 284
Switch ..................................................... 115
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 108
Windshield ................................................ 115
Cleaning ................................................. 313
Defrosting/Defogging ...................... 144, 146
Washer Fluid ........................................... 284
Wiper Blades ........................................... 292
Wipers and Washers................................ 115
Winter Tires .............................................. 304
Snow Tires .............................................. 304
Tire Chains .............................................. 304
Wipers and Washers ................................. 115
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 292
Front ....................................................... 115
Rear ........................................................ 116
WMA ................................................. 160, 168
Worn Tires ................................................ 296 X XM
® Radio ................................................ 158