sport mode HONDA CRV 2023 User Guide

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uuWhen Driving uDeceleration Paddle Selector
Driving
■When the shift po sition is in (D
If you pull back the paddle selector, th e rate of deceleration will increase
temporarily, and the stage will appear on the gauge.
The deceleration paddle selector will ca ncel automatically and the deceleration
paddle selector indicator on the gauge will disappear when you drive at a constant
speed or slow to a near stop.
■When the shift po sition is in (D and drive mode is SPORT
If you choose SPORT mode, the rate of deceleration will increase and the stage
along with M will appear.
When you want to cancel the deceleration paddle selector, change out of SPORT
mode. When canceled, the deceleration paddle selector indicator on the gauge
disappears.
■When the shift po sition is in
If you change the shift position to , the ra te of deceleration will increase and the
stage along with M will appear.
When you want to cancel the deceleration paddle selector, change the shift position
to
(D and change out of SPORT mode. When canceled, the deceleration paddle
selector indicator on the gauge disappears.
1 Deceleration Paddle Selector
In the following situations , the stage may not change
and the stage icon will blink ev en if you pull back the
selector. The dece leration stage may decrease or
cancel automatically when:
•The High Voltage battery is fully charged or its
temperature is too cold or too hot.
•The speed of the vehicle is beyond the deceleration
range with SPORT mode off.
•Hybrid system protection is needed.
You cannot use the dece leration paddle selector
when ACC with Low Speed Follow is in operation.
If either paddle selector is operated while driving,
ACC with Low Speed Follow will cancel
automatically.
If you pull back the right a nd left paddle selector at
the same time, the deceleration stage may not
change.
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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch
Driving
Drive Mode Switch
You can choose between four modes, SPORT mode, NORMAL mode, ECON mode
and SNOW mode by using the DRIVE MODE switch.
The current mode is displayed on the driver information interface, and each mode
will appear differently.1 Drive Mode Switch
The mode may not be able to be changed under
some driving conditions.
If there is a vehicle system failure, the following
message will also appear on the driver information
interface, and y ou cannot select any other mode.

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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch
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Driving
DRIVE MODE Switch
NORMAL
Mode
ECON
Mode
SNOW
Mode SPORT
Mode

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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch
Driving
Enhances responsiveness to the driver's input.
Optimizes the balance between operability
and comfort.
■SPORT Mode
■NORMAL Mode

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uuWhen Driving uDrive Mode Switch
Driving
Facilitates fuel-efficient driving.
Maximizes controllability on snowy road
through powertrain settings.
The mode for the next start-up is sa ved according to the following chart.
Each keyless remote has its own mode saved.
■ECON Mode1 ECON Mode
While in ECON mode, the climate control system will
be less effective and the vehi cle slower to accelerate.
■SNOW Mode1SNOW Mode
NOTICE
SNOW mode does not allow you to drive on snowy
or frozen roads in all situations. There are limits to
SNOW mode.
When driving on snowy or frozen roads; mount
winter tires or tire chains , reduce speed, and maintain
sufficient distance between vehicles.
2 Winter Tires P. 639
■Next Start-up Mode
Last ModeNext Mode
SPORT, NORMAL or SNOWNORMAL
ECONECON
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flatbed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground.
This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flatbed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 572
2WD models
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Index
Heating and Cooling SystemDust and Pollen Filter ............................... 643
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 400, 420
High Beam Indicator ................................. 106
High Voltage Battery ................................ 491
Hill Descent Control System ..................... 474
Hill Descent Control System Indicator ..... 108
Hill Start Assist System .............................. 460
Honda App License Agreement ............... 349
Honda Sensing ®................................ 35, 492
HondaLink ®............................................. 320
HondaLink ® Assist ..................................... 437
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (int elligent Multi-Mode
Drive) ....................................................... 13
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Identification Numbers ............................ 696
Engine, Motor and Transmission .............. 696
Vehicle Identification ............................... 696
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 671
Immobilizer System .................................. 176
Indicator .................................................. 107
Indicators ..................................................... 96
12-Volt Battery Charging System ..... 101, 677
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (Amber) ............................ 109
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (White/Green)........... 109, 514
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 103 Auto High-Beam ..................................... 106
Automatic Brake Hold ..................... 101, 577
Automatic Brake Hold System ......... 101, 577
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 109
Deceleration Paddle Selector ................... 102
ECON Mode .................................... 108, 470
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System .......................................... 104, 681
EV ........................................................... 100
High Beam .............................................. 106
Hill Descent Control System (White/Green)........................................ 108
Immobilizer System ................................. 107
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Amber) ................................................. 110
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/Green)........................................ 110
Lights On ................................................ 106
Low Fuel (Amber) .................................... 103
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ... 105, 480, 485, 682
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 101, 678
NORMAL Mode ............................... 108, 470
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Amber) ......................................... 100, 680
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Red) ................................. 98, 99, 679, 680
POWER SYSTEM ...................................... 100
READY .................................................... 100
Safety Support (Amber) ........................... 111
Safety Support (Green/Gray) .................... 113
Seat Belt Reminder ............................ 51, 103 Security System Alarm............................. 107
Shift Position................................... 102, 465
SNOW Mode .................................. 108, 470
SPORT Mode................................... 108, 470
Supplemental Restraint System ......... 75, 104
System Message ..................................... 108
Transmission System ............................... 102
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............. 106
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA
®)
OFF ............................................... 105, 477
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
System .......................................... 104, 476
Information .............................................. 693
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 122
Instrument Panel ........................................ 95
Interior Lights ........................................... 216
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 203
iPod ................................................... 251, 311
J
Jump Starting ........................................... 671

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Index
S
Safe Driving................................................ 43
Safety Check ............................................... 48
Safety Labels .............................................. 93
Safety Message ............................................ 4
Safety Support ......................................... 130
Seat Belts .................................................... 49
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 55
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 53
Checking .................................................. 58
Detachable Anchor ................................... 56
Fastening .................................................. 54
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 86
Pregnant Women...................................... 57
Reminder .................................................. 51
Warning Indicator ............................. 51, 103
Seat Heaters ..................................... 230, 231
Seats .......................................................... 205
Adjusting ................................................ 205
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 206
Front Seat Heaters .................................. 230
Front Seats.............................................. 205
Rear Seat Heaters.................................... 231
Rear Seats ............................................... 209
Security System ........................................ 176
Immobilizer System Indicator................... 107
Security System Alarm Indicator .............. 107
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 83
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 246
Setting the Clock ...................................... 146 Settings
..................................................... 135
Shift Lever ................................................. 464
Operation ................................................ 465
Releasing ................................................. 673
Won’t Move ............................................ 673
Shift Position Indicator ..................... 102, 465
Shifting (Transmission) ............................. 464
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 55
Side Airbags ................................................ 70
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 73
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 261
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 300
Smart Shortcuts ........................................ 324
SNOW Mode ..................................... 108, 470
Snow Tires ................................................. 639
Spark Plugs ................................................ 694
Specifications ............................................ 694
Specified Fuel .................................... 595, 694
Speedometer ............................................ 114
SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) ................ 13
SPORT Mode ..................................... 108, 470
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 62
Steering Wheel ......................................... 202
Adjusting ................................................. 202
Stopping .................................................... 582
Summer Tires ............................................ 639
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 223
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 62
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 8, 9, 184System Message Indicator
........................ 108
System Updates ........................................ 284
T
Tailgate..................................................... 165
Unable to Open....................................... 691
Temperature Outside Temperature Display ................... 115
Temperature Sensor ......................... 115, 236
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ..................... 653
Time (Setting) ........................................... 146
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 480
Indicator.................................................. 105
Tires ........................................................... 631
Air Pressure ..................................... 632, 695
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 631
Inspection ............................................... 631
Labeling .................................................. 632
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 653
Regulations ............................................. 634
Rotation .................................................. 638
Summer .................................................. 639
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ...................... 653
Tire Chains .............................................. 639
Wear Indicators ....................................... 636
Winter..................................................... 639
Tools .......................................................... 652