check engine light HONDA CR-V 2017 RM1, RM3, RM4 / 4.G Owners Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 63Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 76Safety Labels P. 77
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 147 Security System P. 158 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 161
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 168 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 192
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 203 Climate Control System P. 221
Audio Error Messages P. 325General Information on the Audio System P. 330
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 371, 394 Compass* P. 428
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 442 When Driving P. 444 Braking P. 506
Refueling P. 531 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 534 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 535
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 551 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 568
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 579 Battery P. 588 Remote Transmitter Care P. 590
Cleaning P. 593 Accessories and Modifications P. 598
Engine Does Not Start P. 608Jump Starting P. 611 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 614
Fuses P. 625 Emergency Towing P. 629
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 630 Refueling P. 631
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 638 Reporting Safety Defects P. 639
Authorized Manuals P. 644 Customer Service Information P. 645
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 131
FeaturesP. 227
DrivingP. 431
MaintenanceP. 537
Handling the UnexpectedP. 599
InformationP. 633
IndexP. 647
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P537)
Under the Hood (P551)
● 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, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P568)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P575)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P579)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Canadian models only: Apply and hold th e brake pedal before turning the ignition on.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Fog Light
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights are
on.——
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Blinks if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key
information.●Blinks - You cannot start the engine.
Depress the brake pedal, then turn the
ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1. Pull the key
out*2, and then insert the key and turn it
to ON
(w*1 again.●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.Indicator
Models without
smart entry system
Models with smart
entry system
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages*
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s
door while the engine is running by remote engine
start.
2Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback* P. 448
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when there is a problem with the power
tailgate system.●Manually open or close the power tailgate.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if there is a problem with the Auto high-
beam system.●Manually operate the headlight switch.●If you are driving with the high-beam headlights when
this happens, the headlights are changed to low beams.
●Appears when the area around the camera on the
windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, etc.●Stop your vehicle in a safe pl ace, and wipe it off with a
soft cloth.
●If the message does not disappear after cleaning the lens,
have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Models with remote engine starter
Models with power tail gate
U.S.
Canada
Models with Auto high-beam system
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAuto High-Beam System*
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Controls
■To manually cancel the system temporarily
You can cancel the operation when you manually change the headlights to high
beams. Push the lever forward until you hear a click, or lightly pull the lever towards
you to flash high beams. The auto hi gh-beam system indicator goes off.
If you want the auto high-beam system ope ration to resume at once, pull the lever
towards you.
Disable the system when the vehicle is parked
with the power mode in ON and the light
switch is in the AUTO position.
To disable the system: Pull the light switch
lever towards you and hold it for 40 seconds.
The auto high-beam indica tor in the meter will
blink twice.
To enable the system: Pull the light switch
lever towards you and hold it for 30 seconds.
The auto high-beam indica tor in the meter will
blink once.
■To Disable the System
1 To Operate the System
If the message appears:
•Park your vehicle in a sa fe place, and clean the
windshield. If the message does not disappear after
you have cleaned the winds hield and driven for a
while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
1 To Disable the System
The auto high-beam system will remain in the
selected disabled or enab led setting each time you
start the engine.
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 579
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 437
•Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the white (H) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
1 Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer is restricted
up to 65 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer's tires.
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possibl e to start the vehicle
in
(N with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in
(P.
3. Turn the ignition switch to START
(e
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Models without smart entry system
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Do not hold the key in START
( e for more than 10
seconds.
•If the engine does not sta rt right away, wait for at
least 30 seconds before trying again.
•If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 30 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possibl e to start the vehicle
in
(N with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in
(P.
Models with smart entry system
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 158
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
448
Driving
You can remotely start the engine using the button on the smart entry remote.
■To start the engine
When started remotely, the engine automati cally shuts off after 10 minutes of idling
and the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP button have not been pressed
simultaneously.
To extend the run time for another 10 minutes during the first run, press the
button, then press and hold the button. u Some exterior lights flash six times if a 10-minute extension request was
transmitted successfully.
■Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*1Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote e ngine start, check your
local laws.
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
The range may be less when the vehicle is running.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
The engine may not start by the remote engine start
if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting
using the audio/information screen*.
•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).•The gear is in a position other than ( P.
•The hood is open, or any door or the trunk is
unlocked.
3WARNING
Engine exhaust contains toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing carbon monoxide can kill you or
cause unconsciousness.
Never use the remote engine starter when
the vehicle is parked in a garage or other
area with limited ventilation.
Press the button, th en press and hold
the button.
Some exterior lights flash once.
Go within the range,
and try again.
LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Some exterior lights flash six
times if the engine runs
successfully. Some exterior lights will not
flash if the engine runs
unsuccessfully.
* Not available on all models
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