battery replacement HONDA CR-V 2017 RM1, RM3, RM4 / 4.G Owners Manual

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
136
Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the ta ilgate, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking th e doors, opening the tailgate, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
1 Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 538
Safety When Performing Maintenance...539Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 540
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 541
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 551
Opening the Hood ........................... 553
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 554
Oil Check ......................................... 555
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 557
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...558
Engine Coolant ................................ 561
Transmission Fluid ............................ 565
Brake Fluid ....................................... 566
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 567
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 568
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 575Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 579
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 580Tire Labeling .................................... 580DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 582Wear Indicators................................ 584
Tire Service Life ................................ 584 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 585
Tire Rotation .................................... 586
Winter Tires ..................................... 587
Battery ............................................... 588
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 590
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 592Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 593
Exterior Care.................................... 595
Accessories and Modifications .......... 598
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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The indicators for Electric Power Steering (EPS)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) system, VSA®
OFF, Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM)*, and low tire pressure/Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)* may come on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
( w*1 after re-
connecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h). The
indicator should go off. If it does not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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590
Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver.
2. Open the remote transmitter.
u Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Remove the button battery with the small
flat-tip screwdriver.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Master Keys with Remote Transmitter*
1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
ScrewBattery type: CR1620
Battery
* Not available on all models
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purch ased from your dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifeti me Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet th at came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
■EPA Contact Information
An owner may obtain further in formation concerning emission warranties or report
violations of the terms of the emission warranties by contacting:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Transportation and Air Quality
Compliance Division, Light-Duty Vehicle Group
Attn: Warranty Complaints
2000 Traverwood Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Email: complianc [email protected]
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Index
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 146
Auto High-Beam System .......................... 178
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 510
Indicator ............................................ 82, 510
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 183
Automatic Lighting .................................. 175
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 119, 124
Average Speed .......................................... 124
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................ 500
B
Battery....................................................... 588
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 619
Jump Starting .......................................... 611
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 588
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 590
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 40
Beverage Holders ...................................... 210
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 495
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 252, 308
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 371, 394
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 75
Brake System ............................................. 506
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 512
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 510
Brake Assist System ................................. 513
Fluid ........................................................ 566
Foot Brake ............................................... 509
Indicator (Red) ........................... 80, 621, 622
Parking Brake .......................................... 506 Brightness Control
(Instrument Panel).... 185
Bulb Replacement .................................... 568
Brake/Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 572
Fog Lights ............................................... 570
Front Turn Signal/ Front Side Marker Lights .................................................... 572
Headlights ............................................... 568
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 574
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 572
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 574
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 572
Taillight and Back-Up Lights .................... 573
Bulb Specifications ................................... 634
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 76
Cargo Hook ............................................... 215
Carrying Cargo ................................. 433, 435
Certification Label .................................... 636
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 568
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 619
Child Safety ................................................. 63
Childproof Door Locks............................. 145
Child Seat .................................................... 63
Booster Seats ............................................ 75
Child Seat for Infants................................. 65
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 66 Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 71
Larger Children ......................................... 74
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 65
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 67
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 145
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 595
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 593
Climate Control System ........................... 221
Changing the Mode................................ 221
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 222
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 592
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 222
Sensors ................................................... 225
Synchronized Mode ................................ 224
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 221
Clock ......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 514
Coat Hook ................................................ 214
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 514
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 601, 635
Compass .................................................... 428
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 452
Creeping................................................. 452
Fluid ....................................................... 565
Kickdown ............................................... 452
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 23, 454
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 614
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Index
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 81
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................... 80, 621, 622
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 61
Passing Indicators ..................................... 174
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ............... 252, 308
Power Tailgate ......................................... 149
Power Windows ....................................... 161
Precautions While Driving ....................... 451
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle .................................................. 451
Rain ........................................................ 451
Pregnant Women ....................................... 47
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 601
R
Radiator.................................................... 564
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 242, 285
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 289
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 243, 287
Range ................................................ 119, 124
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 243, 287
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 640
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System
TM.................................................. 500
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 219
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 201
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 192 Refueling
................................................... 531
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 117
Gasoline .......................................... 531, 634
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 84
Regulations ............................... 504, 582, 638
Remote Transmitter ................................. 141
Replacement Battery .................................................... 590
Bulbs ....................................................... 568
Fuses ............................................... 625, 626
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 577
Tires ........................................................ 585
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 575
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 639
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 119, 123
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 480
On and Off .............................................. 481
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 38
Safety Labels ............................................... 77
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 40
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 45
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 43
Checking ................................................... 48
Detachable Anchor .................................... 46
Fastening ................................................... 44 Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 71
Pregnant Women ...................................... 47
Reminder .................................................. 42
Warning Indicator ............................... 42, 84
Seat Heaters .............................................. 219
Seats .......................................................... 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 194
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 218
Front Seats .............................................. 194
Rear Seats ............................................... 201
Seat Heaters ............................................ 219
Security System ......................................... 158
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 92
Select Lever ......................................... 23, 453
Operation.......................................... 23, 454
Releasing................................................. 614
Won’t Move ............................................ 614
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 67
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 235
Setting the Clock ...................................... 132
Shift Lever ........................................... 23, 453
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 83, 454
Shifting (Transmission) ............................. 453
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 45
Side Airbags ................................................ 56
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 58
Siri ® Eyes Free ................................... 255, 317
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 289
Smart Entry System .................................. 137
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