Index HONDA CR-V 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
Child Safety P. 72Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 86Safety Labels P. 87
Tailgate P. 166 Security System P. 177 Windows P. 180
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 185 Mirrors P. 205
Climate Control System P. 234
Audio Error Messages P. 339 General Information on the Audio System P. 344
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 397, 421 Compass* P. 455
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 465 When Driving P. 467 Honda Sensing ® P. 501 Braking P. 549
Refueling P. 570 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 573
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 584 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 596
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 604 12-volt Battery P. 613 Remote Transmitter Care P. 615
Cleaning P. 617 Accessories and Modifications P. 622
Handling of the Jack P. 641 Power System Won’t Start P. 642 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 645
Fuses P. 657 Emergency Towing P. 661
Refueling P. 663
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 669 Reporting Safety Defects P. 670
Authorized Manuals P. 676 Customer Service Information P. 677
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 89
ControlsP. 149
FeaturesP. 241
DrivingP. 457
MaintenanceP. 575
Handling the UnexpectedP. 625
InformationP. 665
IndexP. 679
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❚Steering Wheel Adjustments (P204)
❚Hazard Warning Button
❚System Indicators (P90)
❚Rear Defogger (P200)
❚Gauges (P126)
❚POWER Button (P185)
❚Audio System (P249, 270)
❚Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❚Heated Door Mirror Button* (P200)
❚Seat Heater Buttons* (P233)
❚Driver Information Interface (P128)
❚Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) OFF Button (P508)
❚ (Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) System OFF) Button (P488)
❚Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Button (P543)
❚Climate Control System (P234)
❚Parking Sensor System Button* (P560)
❚Power Tailgate Button* (P172)
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❚Rearview Mirror (P205)
❚Driver’s Front Airbag
(P59)
❚Memory Buttons* (P 203)
❚Interior Fuse Box (P659)
❚Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P59)
❚SET Button* (P 203)
❚Power Window Switches (P181)
❚Door Mirror Controls (P206)
❚Master Door Lock Switch (P 164)
❚Electric Parking Brake
Switch
(P549)
❚Automatic Brake Hold
Button
(P553)
❚Glove Box (P219)
❚SPORT Button (P481)
❚Accessory Power Socket
(P228)
❚Shift Buttons (P475)
❚EV Button (P14)
❚ECON Button (P485)
❚Wireless Charger* (P229)
❚USB Port(s) (P243)
❚Hood Release Handle (P585)
❚Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P571)
❚Driver’s Pocket
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❚Windshield Wipers (P197, 599)
❚Door Lock/Unlock Control (P155)
❚How to Refuel (P571)
❚Rear Wiper (P199, 602)
❚Brake/Taillights (P596)
❚Power Door Mirrors (P206)
❚Maintenance Under the Hood (P584)
❚Fog Lights* (P193, 596)
❚Multi-View Rear Camera (P568)
❚Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker Lights
(P188, 189, 596)
❚Tires (P604, 627)
❚Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P166)
❚Side Turn Signal Lights* (P188, 596)
❚Headlights (P189, 596)
❚Taillights (P597)
❚Rear Turn Signal Lights (P596)
❚Rear Side Marker Lights (P596)
❚Back-Up Lights (P597)
❚Rear License Plate Light (P598)
❚Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P189, 193, 596)
❚Tailgate Outer Handle (P173)
❚High-Mount Brake Light (P598)
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Loading Information Label
Continued
Maintenance
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorj amb provides necessary tire and loading
information.
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described as shown.
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.
1Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading informat ion label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:
aThe number of people your vehicle can carry.
bThe total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.
cThe original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare.
dThe proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
spare.
Label
Example
Example Tire Size
Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)
Maximum
Tire Load
Maximum
Tire Pressure
Tire Size
■Tire Sizes
1 Tire Sizes
Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.
P235/60 R18 102T
P: Vehicle type (P indi cates passenger vehicle).
235: Tire width in millimeters.
60: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a
percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
18: Rim diameter in inches.
102: Load index (a numerical code associated with
the maximum load the tire can carry).
T: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the
maximum speed rating).
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-volt Battery......................................... 613
Charging System Indicator ................ 95, 650
Maintenance (Check ing the 12-volt
Battery) ................................................. 613
12-volt Battery Charging System Indicator ........................................... 95, 650
4WD .......................................................... 490
A
AAC................................................... 263, 319
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 555
Accessories and Modifications ................ 622
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 228
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow .................................. 105, 515
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 591
Engine Oil ............................................... 586
Washer ................................................... 595
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 586
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 216
Front Seats.............................................. 207
Head Restraints ....................................... 214
Mirrors.................................................... 205
Rear Seats ............................................... 211
Steering Wheel ....................................... 204
Temperature ........................................... 138
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 254, 292 Agile Handling Assist
............................... 489
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 234
Changing the Mode ................................ 237
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 237
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 616
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 237
Sensor ..................................................... 240
Synchronized Mode ................................. 239
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 234
Air Pressure ....................................... 605, 667
Airbags ........................................................ 56
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 62
Airbag Care ............................................... 71
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 59
Indicator .............................................. 68, 97
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 69
Sensors ...................................................... 56
Side Airbags .............................................. 64
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 66
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ............................ 490
AM/FM Radio .................................... 256, 299
Android Auto
TM........................................ 335
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 555
Indicator .................................................... 97
Apple CarPlay
TM........................................ 332
Armrest ..................................................... 216
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 246 Audio System
............................ 242, 249, 270
Adjusting the Sound........................ 254, 292
AM/FM Radio .................................. 256, 299
Android Auto
TM....................................... 335
Apple CarPlayTM....................................... 332
Audio/Information Screen................ 250, 271
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 275
Changing the Screen Interface ................ 289
Closing Apps ........................................... 291
Customizing the Meter............................ 276
Display Setup .................................. 255, 293
Error Messages ........................................ 339
General Information ................................ 344
Home Screen........................................... 282
HondaLink ®........................................... 324
How to use Siri ® Eyes Free .............. 269, 331
iPod ................................................ 258, 310
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 294
Menu Customize ..................................... 290
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 263, 319
Pandora ®....................................... 261, 317
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 266, 322
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio .......................... 303
Reactivating ............................................ 245
Recommended Devices............................ 345
Remote Controls ..................................... 246
Security Code .......................................... 245
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 294
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ............................. 313
Status Area ............................................. 288
Theft Protection ...................................... 245
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Index
USB Flash Drives ...................... 263, 319, 345
USB Port(s)............................................... 243
Voice Control Operation .......................... 295
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 252, 280
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 329
Audio/Information Screen ................ 250, 271
Authorized Manuals ................................. 676
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 165
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 194
Indicator .................................................. 101
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 553
Indicator ............................................ 93, 553
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator .................................................... 93
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 198
Automatic Lighting .................................. 190
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 130
Average Fuel Economy Records ............... 131
Average Speed .......................................... 130
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................ 490
B
Battery......................................................... 12
Charging System Indicator ......................... 95
High Voltage ..................................... 12, 500
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead ................... 645
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 615
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 47
Beverage Holders ...................................... 221 Blind spot information System
................ 497
Indicator.................................................. 102
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 266, 322
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®........... 397, 421
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 85
Brake System ............................................ 549
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 555
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 553
Brake Assist System ................................. 556
Fluid ........................................................ 594
Foot Brake............................................... 552
Indicator.............................................. 91, 92
Indicator (Red) ................................. 652, 653
Parking Brake .......................................... 549
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 201
Bulb Replacement .................................... 596
Brake/Taillights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 596
Front Turn Signal/ Front Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 596
Headlights ............................................... 596
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 598
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 596
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 598
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 596
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 597
Bulb Specifications ................................... 666
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 86
Cargo Hook .............................................. 224
Carrying Cargo ................................. 459, 461
Certification Label ................................... 668
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 596
Charging System Indicator ................ 95, 650
Child Safety ................................................ 72
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 164
Child Seat ................................................... 72
Booster Seats ............................................ 85
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 74
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 75
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 80
Larger Children ......................................... 84
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 74
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 76
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 164
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 619
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 617
Climate Control System ........................... 234
Changing the Mode................................ 234
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 237
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 616
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 237
Sensors ................................................... 240
Synchronization Mode ............................ 239
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 234
Clock ......................................................... 150
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Index
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 504
Coat Hook ................................................ 223
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 504
Compass .................................................... 455
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 474
Kickdown ............................................... 474
Controls .................................................... 149
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 591
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 592
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 591
Overheating ............................................ 647
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 474
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 564
Cup Holders .............................................. 221
Customer Service Information ................ 677
Customized Features ............... 140, 361, 368
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 193
Deceleration Paddle Selector .................. 482
Indicator ................................................... 95
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 393
Deflation Warning System Indicator ................................................... 99
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 237 Detachable Anchor
..................................... 53
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 669
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 189
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 205
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 587
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 188
Display Setup .................................... 255, 293
Display/Information Button ..................... 128
Door Mirrors ............................................. 206
Doors ......................................................... 152
Auto Door Locking .................................. 165
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 165
Keys ........................................................ 152
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..................................................... 162
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 155
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 161
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 607
Driver Information Interface ................... 128
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 208
Driving ....................................................... 457
Braking .................................................... 549
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 465
Shifting ................................................... 475
Transmission ............................................ 474
Driving Position Memory System ............. 202
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 616
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 18
Eco Drive Display ................................ 19, 132
ECON Mode .............................................. 485
Elapsed Time ............................................. 130
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 98, 654
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 487
Emergency ................................................ 661
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 671
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 591
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead................... 645
Number................................................... 668
Oil ........................................................... 586
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 186
Engine Coolant ......................................... 591
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 592
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 591
Overheating ............................................ 647
Engine Oil ................................................. 586
Adding .................................................... 588
Checking................................................. 587
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 580
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 93, 650
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 586
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 98, 654
EV Button .................................................... 14
EV Indicator ................................................ 94
EV Mode Indicator ..................................... 94
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Index
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 86
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 619
Exterior Mirrors ......................................... 206
F
Features..................................................... 241
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 616
Oil ........................................................... 589
Flat Tire ..................................................... 627
Floor Mats ................................................. 618
Fluids
Brake ....................................................... 594
Engine Coolant ........................................ 591
Windshield Washer .................................. 595
FM/AM Radio .................................... 256, 299
Fog Light Indicator ................................... 101
Folding Down the Rear Seats ................... 212
Foot Brake ................................................. 552
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 59
Front Seats ................................................ 207
Adjusting ................................................. 207
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 546
Fuel ...................................................... 34, 570
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 573
Gauge ..................................................... 126
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 130
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 96
Range ...................................................... 130
Recommendation .................................... 570 Refueling................................................. 570
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 573
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 34, 571
Fuses .......................................................... 657
Inspecting and Changing......................... 660
Locations................................. 657, 658, 659
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 573
Information ............................................. 570
Refueling................................................. 570
Gauges ...................................................... 126
Glass (care) ........................................ 617, 620
Glove Box .................................................. 219
H
Handling of the Jack ................................ 641
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 625
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 397, 421
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ............................. 411, 434
Caller’s ID Information............................. 408
Displaying Messages................................ 449
HFL Buttons..................................... 397, 421
HFL Menus ...................................... 399, 424
HFL Status Display ........................... 398, 423
In Case of Emergency .............................. 453
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 398, 423 Making a Call ................................. 415, 442
Options During a Call...................... 420, 446
Phone Setup ................................... 403, 429
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 438
Receiving a Call............................... 419, 445
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 447
Ring Tone ....................................... 408, 433
Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account ................................................ 448
Speed Dial ...................................... 412, 435
To Clear the System ................................ 410
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options .. 432
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
HD Radio
TM............................................... 301
Head Restraints ........................................ 214
Headlights ................................................ 189
Aiming.................................................... 596
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 194
Automatic Operation .............................. 190
Dimming................................................. 189
Operating ............................................... 189
Heated Door Mirror Button .................... 200
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 232
Heaters ..................................................... 233
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 397, 421
High Beam Indicator ................................ 100
High Voltage Battery ............................... 500
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 472
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 394
Honda App License Agreement .............. 346
Honda Sensing ®................................ 35, 501
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Index
HondaLink®............................................ 324
Hybrid Vehicle
SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) ................................... 11
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 668
Engine, Motor and Transmission ............. 668
Vehicle Identification............................... 668
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 645
Illumination Control ................................ 201
Knob ...................................................... 201
Immobilizer System .................................. 177
Indicator ................................................. 101
Indicators .................................................... 90
12-volt Battery Charging System ....... 95, 650
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................... 97
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ........................ 105, 106, 516
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 101
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 93, 553
Automatic Brake Hold System ................... 93
Blind spot information System................. 102
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
(CMBS) ......................................... 107, 108
Deceleration Paddle Selector ..................... 95
ECON Mode ................................... 102, 485
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 98, 654
EV............................................................. 94 EV Mode ................................................... 94
Fog Light ................................................. 101
High Beam .............................................. 100
Immobilizer System .................................. 101
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .......... 106
Lights On ................................................. 101
Low Fuel .................................................... 96
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 93, 650
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 99, 495, 655
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 94, 651
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 92, 653
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)........................................ 91, 652, 653
Power System ............................................ 93
READY ...................................................... 93
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .... 103, 104
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 49, 96
Security System Alarm ............................. 102
Shift Position ............................................. 95
SPORT Mode ..................................... 96, 481
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 68, 97
System Message ...................................... 100
Transmission System .......................... 95, 656
Turn Signal and Haza rd Warning ............. 100
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
System............................................. 97, 487
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 98, 488
Information ............................................... 665
Instrument Panel ........................................ 89
Brightness Control ................................... 201 Interior Lights
........................................... 217
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 205
iPod ................................................... 258, 310
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 153
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 161
Keys ........................................................... 152
Lockout Prevention.................................. 161
Master Keys ............................................ 152
Number Tag ............................................ 153
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 164
Remote Transmitter ................................. 159
Types and Functions ................................ 152
Kickdown (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 474
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 532
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 77, 82
Lights ................................................. 189, 596
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 194
Automatic ............................................... 190
Bulb Replacement ................................... 596
Daytime Running Lights........................... 193
Fog Lights ............................................... 193
High Beam Indicator Light ....................... 100
Interior .................................................... 217
Light Switches ......................................... 189
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