flat tire HONDA CRV 2023 Owner's Manual

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is about 1/16 inch (about 1.6 mm)
shallower than elsewhere on the tire. If the
tread has worn so that the indicator is
exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pre ssure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires should be removed fro m service after 10 years from the date of
manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear.
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 652
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 653
Handling of the Jack ......................... 666
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 667
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak ... 668Emergency Power System On ........... 669
Emergency Power System Off........... 670
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 671
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 673
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 674 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears ......................................... 676
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 677
If the Limited stopping power Warning
Appears ......................................... 677
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 678
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 679
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 680
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 681
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 682
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 683
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 687
Emergency Towing ........................... 689
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door... 690If You Cannot Open the Tailgate.......... 691Refueling................................................. 692
U.S. models

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If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area

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1. Pull and remove the cover on the left side of
the cargo area.
2. Unfasten the strap and take the kit out of
the cargo area.
3. Place the kit face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
Speed restriction label is applied on the temporary
tire repair kit.
Selector Knob Speed Restriction Label
Power Plug Sealant Hose
REPAIR Side Inflator Switch
AIR Side
Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
Expiration
Date
Air Release Button
Bottle
Release
Button
Air Hose
StrapTire Repair Kit
Cover

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1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2. Remove the sealant hose from the kit.
3. Attach the sealant hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Injecting Sealant and Air1Injecting Sealant and Air
The sealant can permanentl y stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful duri ng handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
3WARNING
Tyre sealant contains substances that are
harmful and can be fatal if swallowed.
If accidentally swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Drink plenty of water and get
medical attention immediately.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water and get medical attention if
necessary.
Tire Valve Stem
Valve Cap
Sealant
Hose
Tire Valve Stem
Sealant Hose

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4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electric devices
into other accessory power sockets.
2 Accessory Power Socket P. 224
5.Turn the power system on.
2 Turning on the Power P. 455
uKeep the power system on while
injecting sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 92
6.Turn the selector knob to .
1Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
There are two accessory power sockets:
•In the console panel
•In the cargo area 2 Accessory Power Socket P. 224
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Console Panel
Cargo Area
REPAIR
Side

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7. Press the inflator swit ch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches front: 35 psi
(240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa), turn off
the kit.
After the air pressure reaches 33 psi (230
kPa), turn off the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
11. Press the air release button until the gauge
returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).Pressure
Gauge
Inflator
Switch
Models with 235/60R18 103H tires
Models with 235/55R19 101H tires
1Injecting Sealant and Air
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usin g the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See a dealer for a replacement sealant bottle and
proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant Hose
Tire Valve
Stem
Air Release Button

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Handling the Unexpected
1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Recheck the air pressure using the air hose
on the compressor.
■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Speed Restriction
Label
Air Hose

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5. Turn the selector knob to .
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 663
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Console Panel
Cargo Area
AIR
Side

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6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 689
•Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
• 33 psi (230 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Models with 235/60R18 103H tires
Models with 235/55R19 101H tires
All models