immobilizer HONDA CR-V 2013 RM1, RM3, RM4 / 4.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P 67)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
Lights Reminders
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
IndicatorSeat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
Cruise Control
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
IndicatorSupplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator Door Open Indicator
Cruise Main Indicator TachometerSpeedometerFuel
Gauge Security System
Alarm Indicator Shift Lever Position Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P 77)/Information Display (P 78)/
Multi-Information Display
(P 81)/System Indicators (P 68)
Tailgate Open
Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
TPMS Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Washer Level
Indicator
*
Ambient MeterTemperature GaugeElectric Power
Steering (EPS)
Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
AWD System
Indicator*
System Indicators
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CanadaU.S.
* Not available on all models

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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot
recognize the key information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition
switch to LOCK (0, pull the key out, and then insert
the key and turn it to ON (w again.●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add other
devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
Security System
Alarm Indicator*
●Blinks when the security system alarm has
been set.2Security System Alarm* P. 106
ECON Mode
Indicator●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (w, then goes off.●Comes on when the ECON mode is on.2ECON Button P. 245
Indicator
* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................... 96
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ............................................ 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 103
Opening and Closing the Tailgate... 104
Security System................................ 106
Immobilizer System .......................... 106
Security System Alarm
*.................... 106Opening and Closing the Windows..... 108
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*.. 110Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 111
Turn Signals ..................................... 112
Light Switches.................................. 112
Fog Lights
*...................................... 114
Daytime Running Lights ................... 114
Wipers and Washers ........................ 115
Brightness Control ........................... 117
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 118
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 119Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 120
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 120
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 121
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 122
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 122
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items................................................ 132
Interior Lights .................................. 132
Interior Convenience Items .............. 133
Heating and Cooling System*......... 142
Using Vents, Heating and A/C.......... 142
Climate Control System*.................. 145
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 145
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 148
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following key:
Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock the doors and tailgate. You
can also use the remote transmitter to lock
and unlock the doors and tailgate.
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 106
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.

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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm*
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood, or doors are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key or remote transmitter, or turning the ignition switch
to ON
(w. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm*The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine
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Driving
1.Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicator has gone off.
2Parking Brake P. 2542.Put the shift lever in (D. Select (R when reversing.
3.Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Move the shift lever to
(D or (d when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START (e for more than 15
seconds.
•If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
least 10 seconds before trying again.
•If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is
used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.
2Immobilizer System P. 106
1Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA® is
switched off.

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklistStarter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Battery P. 307●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 337The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 239Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 106Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 77Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 337If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 338
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2Jump Starting P. 326

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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Audio SystemBluetooth® AudioBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Immobilizer SystemRemote TransmitterTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Rear Entertainment System Remote ControlModels with Rear Entertainment System

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Index
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 263
Gauge ....................................................... 77
Information ............................................. 260
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................. 260
Gauges......................................................... 77
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 243
Glass (care)................................................ 315
Glove Box.................................................. 133
HHalogen Bulbs................................... 287, 288
Handling the Unexpected........................ 317
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 194
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 210
Automatic Transferring ............................ 208
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 208
HFL Buttons ............................................. 194
HFL Menus .............................................. 196
HFL Status Display.................................... 195
Making a Call .......................................... 213
Options During a Call .............................. 217
Phone Setup ............................................ 201
Receiving a Call ....................................... 216
Speed Dial ............................................... 211
Text Message................................... 206, 218To Clear the System ................................ 209
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 207
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 125
Headlights................................................. 112
Aiming .................................................... 287
Automatic Operation............................... 113
Dimming ......................................... 112, 114
Operating................................................ 112
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 139
Heating and Cooling System................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 144
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 311
Heating ................................................... 143
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 194
High Beam Indicator.................................. 74
Hill Start Assist System............................. 240
IIdentification Numbers............................ 344
Engine and Transmission ......................... 344
Vehicle Identification ............................... 344
Ignition Switch......................................... 111
Illumination Control................................. 117
Knob ....................................................... 117
Immobilizer System.................................. 106
Indicator.................................................... 75
Indicators.................................................... 68ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................... 71
AWD System............................................. 71
Charging System............................... 69, 331
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 247
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 76, 246
Door Open.......................................... 28, 72
ECON Mode ..................................... 75, 245
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 73, 333
Fog Light .................................................. 74
High Beam ................................................ 74
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
Lights On .................................................. 74
Low Fuel ................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 68, 331
Low Tire Pressure ...................... 73, 251, 252
Maintenance Minder......................... 76, 269
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 332
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 68, 333
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 30, 70
Security System Alarm............................... 75
Shift Lever Position.................................... 69
Side Airbag Off ................................... 50, 74
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 48, 71
Tailgate Open ........................................... 72
TPMS ................................................ 73, 253
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 72, 249
VSA® OFF.......................................... 72, 250

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Index
Seats.......................................................... 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 122
Front Seats.............................................. 122
Rear Seats ............................................... 129
Seat Heaters ........................................... 139
Security System........................................ 106
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 75
Select Lever........................................ 15, 243
Operation ......................................... 15, 244
Releasing ................................................ 328
Won’t Move ........................................... 328
Select/Reset Knob...................................... 78
Selecting a Child Seat................................ 56
Selector Knob (Audio)............................. 153
Setting the Clock........................................ 96
Shift Lever.......................................... 15, 243
Shift Lever Position Indicator............ 69, 244
Shifting (Transmission)............................ 243
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 33
Side Airbags............................................... 44
Cutoff System ........................................... 46
Off Indicator ............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 47
SMS Text Message............................ 206, 218
Snow Tires................................................ 306
Spare Tire......................................... 319, 343
Spark Plugs............................................... 342
Specifications........................................... 342
Specified Fuel................................... 260, 342Speedometer.............................................. 77
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 40
Starting the Engine.................................. 239
Does Not Start ......................................... 325
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 111
Jump Starting .......................................... 326
Steering Wheel......................................... 119
Adjusting................................................. 119
Stopping.................................................... 258
Summer Tires............................................ 306
Sunglasses Holder..................................... 138
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel)............................................. 2, 3, 111
Synchronized Mode.................................. 147
TTachometer................................................. 77
Tailgate..................................................... 104
Unable to Open ....................................... 339
Temperature Gauge................................... 77
Temperature Sensor................................. 148
Text Message.................................... 206, 218
Time (Setting)............................................. 96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 251
Indicator ............................................ 73, 334
Tires........................................................... 298
Air Pressure ..................................... 299, 343
Checking and Maintaining....................... 298Inspection ............................................... 298
Labeling .................................................. 299
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 319
Regulations ............................................. 301
Rotation .................................................. 305
Spare Tire ........................................ 319, 343
Summer .................................................. 306
Tire Chains .............................................. 306
Wear Indicators ....................................... 303
Winter..................................................... 306
Tonneau Cover......................................... 140
Tools.......................................................... 318
Towing a Trailer....................................... 231
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 232
Load Limits .............................................. 231
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 235
Behind a Motorhome .............................. 235
Emergency .............................................. 338
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 251
Indicator............................................ 73, 334
Transmission............................................. 243
Automatic ............................................... 243
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Number................................................... 344
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 69, 244
Trip Meter................................................... 79
Troubleshooting....................................... 317
Blown Fuse...................................... 335, 336
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 20