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

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicl es sold in the United States.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 41
For Safe Driving P. 42 Seat Belts P. 47 Airbags P. 56
2Instrument Panel P. 89
Indicators P. 90 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 126
2Controls P. 149
Clock P. 150 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 152
Moonroof* P. 184
Seats P. 207 Interior Convenience Items P. 217
2 Features P. 241
Audio System P. 242 Audio System Basic Operation P. 249, 270
Customized Features P. 361, 368 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 394
2 Driving P. 457
Before Driving P. 458 Towing a Trailer P. 463Parking Your Vehicle P. 557 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 568
2Maintenance P. 575
Before Performing Maintenance P. 576 Maintenance MinderTM P. 579
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 599
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 616
2Handling the Unexpected P. 625
Tools P. 626 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 627
Overheating P. 647 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 650
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 662
2Information P. 665
Specifications P. 666 Identification Numbers P. 668
Emissions Testing P. 671 Warranty Coverages P. 673
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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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Quick Reference Guide
SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode
Drive)
Your SPORT HYBRID i-MMD vehicle uses both an electric motor and a gasoline engine as propulsion sources, with the electric motor
receiving electricity from an internal High Voltage battery or in ternal generator. The High Voltage battery is charged from the generator
driven by the engine or regenerative braking.
When driving, your vehicle is propelled exclusively by the electric motor, exclusively by the gasoline engine, or by a combination of the two.
The system selects which propulsion source is most appropriate and automatically switches to it. Under certain circumstances, pressing the
EV button can manually enable EV (driven only on electricity) mode.
●Energy efficiency
As with a gasoline-powered vehicle, hybrid vehicle fuel efficien cy and driving range is most impacted by your driving style. Aggressive
acceleration and high-speed driving can easily trigger the system to switch the propulsion source to the gasoline-powered engin e.
In addition, heavy climate control system use negatively affects vehicle range and efficiency. Either of these use patterns will more quickly
reduce the High Voltage battery's state of charge.
●Battery types
There are two types of batteries used in this vehicle; a standard 12-volt battery that powers the airbags, the interior and exterior lights, and
other standard 12-volt systems; and a high voltage battery that is used to power the propulsion motor and recharge the 12-volt battery.
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
●Regenerative Energy and Regenerative BrakingWhen decelerating without the accelerator being depressed or the brake pedal being applied, or
while driving downhill, the electric motor acts as a generator that recovers a portion of the
electrical energy that was used to accelerate the vehicle. This regenerative braking slows the
vehicle in a manner similar to engine braking in a gasoline-powered vehicle. You can control the
rate of deceleration by using the deceleration paddle selector.
●Auto Engine Stop/Start
Your vehicle’s gasoline engine automatically stops running during vehicle operation or restarts while the vehicle is stationary when it is
appropriate.
In the following cases, however, auto engine stop may not activate.
•The vehicle momentarily needs additional power for aggressive acceleration, or driving uphill or at high speed.•The climate control system is in heavy use.
•The High Voltage battery temperature is high or low.
•The High Voltage battery is too low on charge.
●Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID i-MMD System
When you first start driving this vehicle, you will likely hear so me unfamiliar sounds, particularly when you turn on the power system, or
while you are driving or accelerating from a stop. Some of thes e sounds are unique to this vehicle‘s powertrain, fuel, and climate control
systems; others are similar to sounds generated by conventional automobiles that typically are masked by louder noises absent f rom a
vehicle of this design. These sounds are not a cause for concern, and you will soon recognize them as normal and thus be able to detect any
new or unusual noise should one develop.
After shutting off the engine, you ma y hear certain noises coming from the vehicle. Here’s the lowdown:
●Noise from Under Vehicle: This noise is caused by the vacuum pump inside the fuel evaporation leakage check module (ELCM).
Depending on conditions, the pump will come on for about 15 minutes about 5 to 10 hours after engine shutoff. This noise is just normal
vehicle operation and doesn’t indicate a vehicle problem.
When regenerative braking is in
operation
Motor
High
Voltage
Battery
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Quick Reference Guide
Climate Control System (P234)
●Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.●Press the button to turn the system on or off.●Press the button to defrost the windshield.
Models without SYNC button
Fan Control Dial
(Fresh Air) ButtonTemperature Control Dial
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard vents,
and back of the center console.
Air flows from dashboard vents,
and back of the center console.
(Recirculation) ButtonMODE Control Button
(ON/OFF) Button
AUTO
Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
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Quick Reference Guide
Models with SYNC button
Passenger’s side Temperature
Control Dial
(Windshield Defroster) ButtonDriver’s side Temperature
Control Dial (Recirculation) Button
(CLIMATE) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
AUTO Button
Audio/Information Screen
SYNC (Synchronization) Button
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard vents,
and back of the center console.
Air flows from dashboard vents,
and back of the center console.
(Fresh Air) Button
Fan Control Buttons
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uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions
Safe Driving
■Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.
■Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.
■Keep your vehicle in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all regul arly scheduled maintenance.
■Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle
Children, pets and people needing assistan ce left unattended in the vehicle may be
injured if they activate one or more of the vehicle controls. They may also cause the
vehicle to move, resulting in a crash in wh ich they and/or another person(s) can be
injured or killed. Also, depending on the am bient temperature, the temperature of
the interior may reach extreme levels, which can result in harm or death. Even if the
climate control system is on, never leave them in the vehicle unattended as the
climate control system can shut off at any time.
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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgat e open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous conditio n. If you must drive with the tailgate
open, open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediat ely after starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Road Departure
Mitigation
(RDM) Indicator
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the RDM system.●Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
●Comes on if the RDM is
deactivated temporarily after the
12-volt battery has been
disconnected, then re-connected.●Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph
(20 km/h). The indicator sh ould go off. If it
does not, have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.
●Comes on when the RDM system
shuts itself off.●Stays on - The temperature inside the
camera is too high.
Use the climate control system to cool
down the camera.
The system activates when the
temperature inside the camera cools
down.
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 546
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