traction control HONDA CR-V 2015 RM1, RM3, RM4 / 4.G Quick Guide

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Touchscreen Operation*
Use simple gestures—including touching, swiping, and scrolling—to \
operate certain
audio functions.
Some items may be grayed out during driving to reduce the potential for \
distraction.
You can select them when the vehicle is stopped or use voice commands*.
Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen response.
*if equipped
**HondaLink can be accessed only if the app is installed on your
smartphone, and the phone is connected to the system (see page 65).
Power button:
Turn audio on
or off.
HOME button
(screen shown)
MENU button:
Display menu items
for the selected
screen.
BACK button:
Go back to the
previous screen.
button:
Change screen
brightness. Settings: Choose
Audio for options. HondaLink™:
View apps when
your phone is
connected through
HondaLink**.
Audio: Display
current audio
information.
Volume
buttons
Changing Icon Order
You can change the order of the icons on the Home screen.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Select Home.
4. Select Home Screen Edit Order.
5. Select and hold the icon you want to move and slide it to a different position.
HondaLink™
You can connect a compatible smartphone to the audio system to enable int\
egration
between the smartphone’s approved apps and the vehicle. This allows you to control
the phone’s apps through the touchscreen.
To check smartphone compatibility and connection instructions, visit
handsfreelink.com.
To get more information on HondaLink features and apps, visit www.hondalink.com.

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BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK®BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling
your phone. Visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over \
to perform
the function.
Models with one display

HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL)
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or
cancel an operation.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
HFL display
Selector knob:
Rotate and press
to make selections. BACK button:
Go back to the
previous display.
PHONE button:
Display the
phone screen.
Models with one display
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must fi rst pair your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. \
Use the
selector knob to make and enter selections.
Pairing the First Phone 1. Press PHONE to go to the Phone screen. A prompt appears. Select Yes.
2. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select OK.
3. HFL searches for your phone. Select your phone when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
4. HFL gives you a four-digit code. Compare it to the code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL
from your phone.
Pairing an Additional Phone
1. Press PHONE to go to the Phone screen. If a prompt appears asking to connect to a phone, select No.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Connection.
4. Select Add a New Phone.
5. Select an empty location for the phone.
6. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select OK.
7. HFL searches for your phone. Select it when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found, and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
8. HFL gives you a four-digit code. Enter it on your phone when prompted.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.

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BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK®BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling
your phone. Visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over \
to perform
the function. Voice commands are also available.
Models with touchscreen

HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or cancel an
operation.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
+ / - buttons: Scroll the list.
SOURCE button: Press to enter a selection.
MENU button: From the phone screen, press and hold
to display speed dial, call history, or redial.
HFL display
Voice Recognition Tips
• When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
• To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your command.
• When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted in yellow.
• Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceil\
ing.
• Close the windows and moonroof.
PHONE: Display the
phone screen.
MENU button:
From the phone
screen, select
various call
options.
BACK button:
Go back to the
previous display. SETTINGS: Select
Phone from the
Settings screen
for phone pairing
and more.
Incoming call display

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NAVIGATION84 |
BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK®
Models with touchscreen
HondaLink™ Assist
Automatically connect and talk to an operator who can locate your vehicl\
e and send
emergency help in the event of a collision. Visit www.hondalink.com (U.S.) or honda.
ca/hondalinkassist (Canada) for more information.
1. Make sure your phone is on and paired to Bluetooth
®
HandsFreeLink® (see page 80).
2. Select Call Now, or the system automatically connects after 10 seconds. The vehicle information
and its position are sent to the operator.
3. Select Talk Now to immediately talk to the operator.
4. When the call is complete, select Hang Up or press the Hang Up/Back button on the steering wheel.
Siri™ Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone® is paired to the system. Visit
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/siri (Canada) to check phone compatibility.
Hang-Up/Back button: Exit Siri Eyes Free mode, or
cancel a command.
Talk button: Press and hold to activate Siri Eyes Free
mode. The Smartphone screen appears. Say your
command after you hear the Siri tone. If you only press
and release the Talk button, the standard voice recognition system is activated.
Here are some examples of Siri commands:
“Call John Smith”
“Read my new text message”
“Find a nearby sushi restaurant”
Notes:
• Any requests that include visual feedback from Siri on your phone are no\
t displayed in the vehicle.
• Certain commands rely on the iPhone’s features and existing apps.
• To hear turn-by-turn directions or songs through the vehicle, set the aud\
io source to Bluetooth
® Audio.
Siri and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
“Remind me to pick up dinner”
“Set up a meeting today at 3 p.m.”
“Play song XYZ”
Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your c\
urrent
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system
using voice commands or the touchscreen.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always
available.
Steering Wheel Controls
Use the steering wheel controls to control the system.
NAVIGATION*
*if equipped
SOURCE button: Press to enter
a selection after pressing and
holding the MENU button.
MENU button: From the map
screen, press and hold to display
Go Home and other options. + / - buttons: Scroll the list after
pressing and holding the MENU
button.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away f\
rom
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or kil\
led.
Operate system controls only when the conditions permit you to safely do\
so.
WARNING
BACK button: Press to cancel
a command or operation.
TALK button: Press to give
navigation commands.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer \
can
cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting \
to driv
e.
WARNING
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, \
use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelines. See the Owner’s Manual on the Owner
Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or www.myhonda.ca (Canada) for
more information.
Towing Load Limits
Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the trailer, cargo, and
everything in or on it must not exceed 1,500 lbs (680
kg). Towing loads in excess of this can seriously
affect vehicle handling and performance and can
damage the engine and drivetrain.
Tongue load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded trailer
on the hitch should be approximately 10% of the
total trailer weight.
• Excessive tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control. Too little tongue load can
make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway.
• To achieve a proper tongue load, start by loading 60% of the load toward the front of the trailer and
40% toward the rear. Readjust the load as needed.
Pre-tow checklist
When preparing to tow, and before driving away, ensure the following:
• The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension and the cooli\
ng system are in good operating condition.
• Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle’s fi rst 600 miles (1,000 km).
• The trailer has been properly serviced and is in good condition.
• All weights and loads are within limits. Never exceed the gross weight r\
atings.
• Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale. If a public scal\
e is not available, add the estimated weight of your cargo load to the weight of \
your
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer) and the tongue load.
• The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are secure.
• All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift whi\
le you drive.
Ton g ue Loa d
Total load
Tongue load
Starting the Ignition*Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or star\
t the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON when you release the key.
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press the
brake pedal. Keep your foot fi rmly on the brake pedal
when starting the engine.
Brake pedal
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather , turn off
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, a\
nd rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
*if equipped
Changing the Power Mode*
Use the ENGINE START/STOP button to cycle through power modes or start the
engine.
Accessory or On mode: Press ENGINE START/STOP
once without pressing the brake pedal for Accessory
mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the engine: Press and hold the brake pedal,
then press ENGINE START/STOP. Keep your foot fi rmly
on the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Turning the vehicle off: Shift to Park (P), then press
ENGINE START/STOP.
If you press the button and the shift lever is not in Park
(P), the vehicle goes into Accessory mode.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Vehicle Stability Assist ( VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) System
Helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns mor\
e or less
than what was intended. It assists in maintaining traction on slippery s\
urfaces by
regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
VSA is turned on every time you start the engine,
even if you previously turned it off. If you turn
VSA off, your vehicle has normal braking and
cornering ability, but not VSA traction and stability
enhancement.
Press and hold the VSA OFF button until you hear a
beep to turn VSA on or off. The VSA OFF indicator
appears when the system is off.
Traction control stops functioning, which may make it easier when trying \
to free
your vehicle if it is stuck in mud or snow.
Eco Assist System
Can help improve fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the engine\
,
transmission, climate control system, and cruise control.
ECON ButtonPress the ECON button to turn the system on or off.
The ECON Mode indicator appears when the system
is turned on.
Ambient MeterColor-coded bars around the speedometer change
based on your driving style and brake or accelerator
pedal operation.
Green: Fuel effi cient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/deceleration
VSA OFF
indicator
VSA OFF
button
Cruise Control*
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on th\
e
accelerator pedal. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where yo\
u can
travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1. Press CRUISE. The CRUISE MAIN indicator appears.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph/ 40 km/h). Press -/SET and take your foot off the pedal
to set the speed. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator
appears.
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press RES/+ to increase or -/SET to decrease.
Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is
increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). If you
keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or
decreases by 5 mph (5 km/h) until you release it.
Canceling Cruise ControlPress CANCEL or the brake pedal. The CRUISE CONTROL
indicator goes off.
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still
resume the prior set speed by pressing RES/+ while
driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40 km/h).
Press CRUISE to turn the system off.
Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather .
WARNING
CRUISE button
RES/+ button
-/SET button CANCEL button
*if equipped

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All\
tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according
to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee\
n tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th\
e tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specifi ed government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) tim\
es as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance \
of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
signifi cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practi\
ces,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those \
grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specifi ed government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy\
droplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.
TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the\
tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat w\
hen tested
under controlled conditions on a specifi ed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and re\
duce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Th\
e grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires mu\
st
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel th\
an the
minimum required by law.
WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly infl ated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfl ation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat b\
uildup
and possible tire failure.

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Contact Us
Honda dealer personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to\
answer
all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does\
not solve
to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s service manager or
general manager. If you are dissatisfi ed with the decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact Honda Automobile Customer Service.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
In Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us the following information:
• Vehicle Identifi cation Number
• Date of purchase
• Odometer reading of your vehicle
• Your name, address, and telephone number
• A detailed description of the problem
• Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Canadian Owners:
Honda Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Blvd.
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: (888) 946-6329
Fax: (877) 939-0909
e-mail: [email protected]
Q:
Why can’t I select an item using the selector knob or touchscreen*?
A: To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited are inoperable w\
hile the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q: Where can I nd the vehicle identi cation number (VIN)?
A: Check the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
*if equipped
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump \
starting,
fl at tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada).
Warranty Coverages
Below is a brief summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions
control system and accessories, against defects in materials and workman\
ship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty: Covers your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and
coverage are conditional.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty: Covers seat belts that fail to function properly.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty: Covers all exterior body panels that rust through
from the inside.
Accessory Limited Warranty: Covers Honda accessories.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty: Covers all Honda replacement parts against
defects in materials and workmanship.
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty: Provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer.
Replacement Muffl er Lifetime Limited Warranty: Covers a replacement muffl er for
the duration of the ownership.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. See the Warranty Manual
on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) for complete descriptions of each warranty, including time, mileage, and
other conditional limitations.
Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty
information can be found on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com
(U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada).