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

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Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P95)
Turn Signals (P112)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights (P112)
Light Control Switches
Low BeamHigh Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P115)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 265)
Under the Hood (P 275)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.
●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 287)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 294)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 298)
●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.2Cruise Control P. 246
CRUISE
CONTROL
Indicator●Comes on when you have set a speed for
cruise control.2Cruise Control P. 246
Washer Level
Indicator*●Comes on when the washer fluid is low.●Refill washer fluid.2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 286
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.2Maintenance Minder™ P. 269
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The 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.
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1Wipers and WashersNOTICEDo 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 wipePull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 266
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 267Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 268
Maintenance Minder™.................... 269
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 275Opening the Hood ........................... 276
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 277
Oil Check ......................................... 278
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 279
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 280
Engine Coolant ................................ 282
Transmission Fluid ............................ 284
Brake Fluid ....................................... 285
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 286
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 287
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 294Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 298
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 299Tire Labeling .................................... 299DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 301Wear Indicators................................ 303
Tire Service Life ................................ 303Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 304
Tire Rotation .................................... 305
Winter Tires ..................................... 306
Battery............................................... 307
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 308
Remote Control and Wireless
Headphone Care
*........................... 309
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance....... 311
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 312
Exterior Care.................................... 314
* 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 FluidNOTICEDo 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: 16 inch wheel with 2WD models
*2: 17 inch wheel with 2WD models and 16 inch wheel with 4WD
models
*3: 17 inch wheel with 4WD models
ModelHonda 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)*3Canada: 1,965 kg*1 2,025 kg*2 2,070 kg*3Gross 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)*3Canada: 1,010 kg*1 1,030 kg*2 1,055 kg*3Gross 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)*3Canada: 975 kg*1 1,015 kg*2 1,035 kg*3Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity13.6 – 15.4 oz (385 – 435 g)Lubricant TypeSP-10
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer FluidDisplacement144 cu-in (2,354 cm3)
Spark PlugsNGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.3 US gal (58 ℓ)
Capacity/Type36AH(5)/45AH(20)
36AH(5)/47AH(20)
38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
*1: Not available on all models
Headlights (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/
Taillights21/5W
Back-Up Lights21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light 3CP
Cargo Area Light8W
Vanity Mirror Lights*12WInterior LightsMap Lights8WCeiling Light8W

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
4WD.......................................................... 251
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 256
Accessories and Modifications................ 264
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 135
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 282
Engine Oil ............................................... 277
Washer ................................................... 286
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 277
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 .............................. 311
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 144
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 311
Heating ................................................... 143
Air Pressure....................................... 299, 343
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............................................ 156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 256
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest..................................................... 131
Audio Antenna......................................... 152
Audio System............................................ 150
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 155
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 151
Error Messages ........................................ 186
General Information ................................ 190iPod®....................................................... 164
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 169
Pandora®................................................. 167
Reactivating ............................................ 152
Recommended CDs ................................. 191
Recommended Devices............................ 193
Security Code .......................................... 152
Theft Protection ...................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 151
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 193
Authorized Manuals................................ 351
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 103
Customize ................................................. 89
Automatic Lighting.................................. 113
Automatic Transmission........................... 242
Creeping ................................................. 242
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Kickdown ................................................ 242
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 244
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 328
Shifting ................................................... 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 151
Average Fuel Economy........................ 79, 82
Average Speed........................................... 82
AWD.......................................................... 251
BBattery...................................................... 307
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 331
Jump Starting .......................................... 326

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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........................ 301
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support................. 122
Driving...................................................... 225
Automatic Transmission .......................... 242
Braking ................................................... 254
Cruise Control ........................................ 246
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 237
Shifting Gear .......................................... 243
Starting the Engine ................................. 239
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 311
DVD Player............................................... 174
EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button............................................ 245
Elapsed Time.............................................. 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 73, 333Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 249
Emergency................................................ 338
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 347
Engine....................................................... 344
Coolant ................................................... 282
Jump Starting .......................................... 326
Oil ........................................................... 277
Starting ................................................... 239
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 111
Engine Coolant......................................... 282
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 283
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 282
Overheating ............................................ 329
Temperature Gauge .................................. 77
Engine Oil................................................. 277
Adding .................................................... 279
Checking ................................................. 278
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 269
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 68, 331
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 277
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 73, 333
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 314
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 121FFeatures..................................................... 149
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 311Oil ........................................................... 280
Flat Tire..................................................... 319
Floor Mats................................................. 313
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 284
Brake ...................................................... 285
Engine Coolant ....................................... 282
Windshield Washer ................................. 286
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats.................. 129
Foot Brake................................................ 255
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 40
Front Seats................................................ 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Fuel...................................................... 16, 260
Economy ................................................. 263
Gauge ....................................................... 77
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ................................................. 79, 82
Recommendation .................................... 260
Refueling................................................. 260
Fuel Economy........................................... 263
Fuel Fill Cap.............................................. 262
Message.................................................. 332
Fuel Fill Door............................................ 261
Fuses.......................................................... 335
Inspecting and Changing......................... 337
Locations......................................... 335, 336