Honda 2005 CR-V - Owner's Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.However, you and your passengerscan’t ta

The heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

Vents, Heating, and A/C98FAN CONTROLDIALTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALMODE CONTROLDIALRECIRCULATIONBUTTONAIR CONDITIONING(A/C) BUTTONREAR WINDOW DEFOGGERBUTT

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.Thesystemsh

The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.The flow

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itma

When you select or ,the system automatically switches tofresh air mode and turns on the A/C.This helps to dehumidify the air andto defog the windshiel

Some models may have one of theaudio systems described in thissection. Read the appropriate pagesin this section for operation of theaudio systems ins

Audio System104Canadian EX and EX-L models U.S. EX and SE modelsMain MenuTable of Contents

Playing the RadioFeatures105SCAN BUTTON FM BUTTONTREBLE/BALANCEBASS/FADEAM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTONSEEK BUTTONSPRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOBPOWER/VOLUME K

−−○○−＋−You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: thepreset buttons, and .Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desi

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (Infa

−− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local ar

−−−−You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when

Playing a DiscFeatures109POWER/VOLUMEKNOBSKIP BUTTONSRANDOM BUTTONREPEAT BUTTONCD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOTCD BUTTONU.S. LX and Canadian SE modelMain MenuT

−○○○○−＋−＋−If you turn the system off while a CDis playing, either with the PWR/VOLknob or by turning off the ignition,the disc will stay in the drive.

−−−＋This feature plays thetracks in random order. To activaterandom play, press and release theRDM button. You will see RDM inthe display. Press it ag

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takethe v

Playing a TapeFeatures113FF BUTTONTAPE SLOTTAPE EJECTBUTTONTAPE DIRECTIONINDICATORREPEAT BUTTONSKIP BUTTONSDOLBY BUTTONREW BUTTONPLAY BUTTONPROG BUTTO

＊＊▲−−○○−＋Dolby noise reduction is manufactured underlicense from Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbolare tradema

−Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtandoxides from the tape. Thiscontamination builds up over timeand causes the sound quality todegrade. To prevent this, you sh

Playing the Radio116Canadian EX and EX-L models U.S. EX and SE modelsSEEK BUTTONSPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBFM/AMBUTTONSTEREOINDICATORTUNE/SOUNDKNOBAUTOSELECTBUT

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

−−−○○＋−The SCAN functionsamples all stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. You will s

−− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local ar

−−−−You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (optional)120SCAN BUTTONOptional on U.S. EX and SE modelsCATEGORY MODE INDICATORPRESET BUTTONSPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBSATELLITE

−−−−○○−＋−XM is a registered trademark ofXM Satellite Radio, Inc.Satellite radio is available in U.S.models only.Press and hold this button for moretha

Satellite radio receives signals fromtwo satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Alo

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the south side of a

Playing a Disc124REPEAT BUTTON CD SELECT BUTTONSCanadian EX and EX-L modelsPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBLOAD BUTTON CD SLOTCD BUTTONU.S. EX and SE modelsREPEAT BUT

You operate the CD player/CDchanger with the same controls usedfor the radio. To select the CDplayer/CD changer, press the CDbutton. The number of the

−○○−−−−○○＋−＋−When the CD load indicator turnsgreen and ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in thescreen again, insert the next CD inthe slot. Do not try to insert a CDun

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.To dotheir job, airbags must inflate wi

You can also eject discs when theignition switch is off. The disc thatwas last selected is ejected first.To remove a different CD from thechanger,firs

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takethe v

Playing a TapeFeatures129TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR TAPE EJECTBUTTONDOLBYBUTTONREPEATBUTTONSKIPBUTTONSCanadian EX and EX-L modelsU.S. EX and SE modelsPO

＊＊▲−−○○−＋Dolby noise reduction is manufactured underlicense from Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbolare tradema

−Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtandoxides from the tape. Thiscontamination builds up over timeand causes the sound quality todegrade. To prevent this, you sh

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

When using CD-R/CD-RW discs,use only high quality CDs labeledfor audio use.When recording a CD-R/CD-RW,the recording must be closed for itto be used b

▲▼Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from the whe

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

−After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors are closedand locked.Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being thrown outof the v

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you mayneed to set the clock.Press the CLOCK button until youhear a beep. The displayed timebeg

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:When climbing a steep hill, th

Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acceleratorpedal to speed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).Avoid full

Open the fuel fill door by pullingon the handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.Park with the driver’s side closestto the service

Reach in between the hood andthe front grille with your fingers.The hood latch handle is abovethe ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle upuntil it releases the

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (orangehandle).Wipe off the dipstick with a cleancloth or

Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, seeon page forinforma

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceschedule. See(see page).an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses mor

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake it unsafe. Before you make anymodifications or add any accessories,be sure to

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.If you plan to modify your vehic

＊＊Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Door pocketsTailgate pocketsGlove boxDashboard pocketSeat-back pocketsCenter pocketCargo area, incl

−×CONTINUEDSteps for determining correct loadlimit:The maximum load for your vehicleis 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kgfor Canada. This figure inclu

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Ifyoufoldtherearseatsupordown, tie down items that could bethrown

Theseparationnetcanbeusedtohold back soft, lightweight itemsstored in the cargo area. Heavyitems should be properly secured onthe floor of the cargo a

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes i

Because your vehicle rides higheroff the ground, it has a high centerof gravity that can cause it to rollover if you make abrupt turns. Utilityvehicle

Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.See page for how to adjust thehead restraints.Have

Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.Check that the hood is fully closed.Check the s

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Without touching the acceleratorpedal, t

The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth toreverse. Wh

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engi

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theigniti

−−This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press

−−Use Neutral if youneed to restart a stalled engine, or ifit is necessary to stop briefly withthe engine idling. Shift to the Parkposition if you nee

−−Turning the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position turns this modeoff. When you restart the engine,select the D position and press theD3 mode switc

Remove the screwdriver from theshift lock release slot, thenreinstall the cover. Make sure thenotchonthecoverisontherightside. Press the brake pedal a

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline

This spreads the forces of a crashover the strongest bones in yourupper body.If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your armin

Your vehicle is equipped with discbrakes at all four wheels. A powerassist helps reduce the effort neededon the brake pedal. The anti-lockbrake system

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faste

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock. Slow down, and allow a greaterdistance between vehicles underthos

The VSA system cannot enhance thevehicle’s driving stability in allsituations and does not control yourvehicle’s entire braking system. It isstill you

When VSA is off, the VSA activationindicator comes on as a reminder.Pressing the switch again turns thesystem back on.VSA is turned on every time yous

Your vehicle has been designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limit

−−−To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 percent of theload toward the front of the trailerand 40 percent toward the rear, thenre-adjust

Honda requires that any trailer witha total weight of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) ormore be equipped with its ownelectric or surge-type brakes.If you choose el

The lights and brakes on yourvehicle and the trailer are workingproperly.When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:

Drive slower than normal in alldriving situations, and obey postedspeed limits for vehicles with trailers.If you have an automatictransmission, use th

CONTINUEDAfter all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their

Your vehicle can be towed behind amotorhome at legal highway speedsup to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do notexceed 65 mph (100 km/h).Otherwise, severe transmiss

Only remove the fuse after you haveperformed the transmission shiftingprocedure, and the key is in theACCESSORY (I) position. Store thefuse in an obvi

To avoid loss of control or rollover,be sure to follow all precautions andrecommendations.Wherever you drive, make sureyou and your passengers alwaysw

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service, and inspect your vehiclefor any problems. Pay specialattention to th

Avoid driving through deep water. Ifyou encounter water in your route (asmall stream or large puddle, forexample), evaluate it carefully beforegoing a

182Main Menu

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Make sure your vehicle is pa

−−The maintenance schedule assumesyou will use your vehicle as normaltransportation for passengers andtheir possessions. You should alsofollow these r

＃−−−−−−We recommend the use of Hondaparts and fluids whenever you havemaintenance done.U.S. Vehicles:According to state and federalregulations, failur

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

＃＊＃＃＊187Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).miles x 1,000km x 1,000101620323048406450806096701128012890144100160110

＃＊＊＃＃＊＊188Replace at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years.See dust and pollen filter on page for replac

CONTINUED(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance1895,000 mi10,000 mi15,000 mi20,000 mi25,000 mi30,000 mi35,000 mi40,000 mi45,00

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance Record19055,000 mi60,000 mi65,000 mi70,000 mi75,000 mi80,000 mi85,000 mi90,000 mi95,000 mi100,000 mi88,00

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance191105,000 mi110,000 mi115,000 mi120,000 mi125,000 mi130,000 mi135,000 mi140,000 mi145,0

Fluid Locations192ENGINE OILFILL CAPPOWER STEERINGFLUID(Red cap)ENGINECOOLANTRESERVOIRRADIATOR CAPWASHER FLUID(Blue cap)AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIP

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engin

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.Always change the o

Refill the engine with the recom-mended oil.Engine oil change capacity(including filter):Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil pre

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This owner’s manual covers a

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.A passenger who is notwearing a seat belt during a crashor emergency stop can be thrownagain

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.The

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.Fill the reservoir with a good-qualitywindshield washer flui

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.Shut off the engine.Remove the dipstick (yellow

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon level ground. Remove thetransmission filler bolt a

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention

Always use Honda Power SteeringFluid. You may use another powersteering fluid as an emergencyreplacement, but have the powersteering system flushed an

CONTINUEDTheheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area or pull a trailer,readjustment ma

→Install the new bulb into the hole,making sure the tabs are in theirslots. Pivot the hold-down wireback in place, and clip the end intothe slot.Insta

Open the hood.Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Pus

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the taillight assemblymounting screw under each cover.Pull the taillight assembly out ofthe rear pillar. Remo

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensione

Open the tailgate. Remove thelight assembly cover by pushing inon the tabs on both sides andpulling the cover off.Remove the socket from the lightasse

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let

This filter removes the dust andpollenthatisbroughtinfromtheoutside through the heating andcooling system.Have your dealer replace this filterevery 30

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard,

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to6psi(30to40kPa,0.3to0.4kgf/cm ) high

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.Youshouldlookfor:Your tires have wear indicators

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the best perfor

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

The lap/shoulder belt in the centerseating position on the rear seat isequipped with a detachable anchorthat has two parts: a small latch plateand an

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Check the te

Fill the fuel tank.Change the engine oil and filter.Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.Cleantheinterior.Makesurethecarpeting, floor mats, etc., areco

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

To keep the tailgate door open,use the stop from the tool kit. Putthe stop on the support strut asshown.If you are towing a trailer, unhitchthe traile

CONTINUEDThetoolsandjackarebehindacover in the cargo area on thepassenger’s side. Remove thecover by turning the handlecounterclockwise, then pulling

Pull off the center spacer. Usingthe wheel wrench, loosen thethree wheel nuts and remove them.Remove the spare tire from theholder.Unzip the flap arou

CONTINUEDBefore mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirtoffthemountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully;itmaybehotfromd

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

CONTINUEDStep back to check the alignmentof the logo. If needed, pivot thecover until the logo is straight.Holdthecoveratthe10o’clockand 2 o’clock pos

Make sure the cover is horizontal.If needed, pivot the cover until thecover is horizontal.Place the top of the cover over thespare tire, then graduall

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed.

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:When

Are you using a properly codedkey? An improperly coded key willcause the immobilizer systemindicator in the instrument panelto blink rapidly (see page

＋＋Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.You cannot start your vehicle with anautomatic transmission by pushin

−Remove the power steeringreservoir from the bracket. Pull itaway from the grounding strap.Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal

If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running, andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should sta

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repai

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

If the indicator comes onwhile driving, it means oneof the engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

To remove the round plug in thecenter of the headliner, turn theplug by using a screwdriver orcoin, then pry it out. Make sure toalign the tabs on the

Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthreefuseboxes.The interior fuse box is underneaththe steering column. To remove thefuse box lid, pull it toward y

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse boxes and all thefuses in the interior fuse box bypulling out each one with the fusepuller provided in t

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenexttimeyouturnontheradioyouwill see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the p

−−−＊＊＊＋No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Circuits ProtectedAmps.1234515 A10 A10 A10 AIgnition CoilDaytime running lightsACGNot Used678910111213141516171

−−＊＊No. No. Circuits ProtectedAmps. Circuits Protected Amps.No. Amps. Circuits Protected: On Canadian models1234567891011121314151617181920OptionLeft

The operator will loadyour vehicle on the back of a truck.Any other method of towing willdamage the drive system. When youcontact the towing agency, i

Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourHonda dealer u

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped intothe front of the engine block.Identification NumbersT

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications246CapacitiesEngineWeightsDimensions Capacities181.0 in (4,597 mm)1.43 US gal (5.4)1.88 US gal (7.1)1.45 US gal (5.5 )1.90 US gal

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.Sensors that can detect whether

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Information247Air ConditioningBatteryFusesAlignmentTiresLightsHFC-134a (R-134a)17.0 18.7 oz (480 530 g)SP-101

−The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accor

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or

−−−−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Date of manufacture.Tire type

＊＊The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emis

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make su

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

Customer Service...Information . 256...Warranty Coverages . 257Reporting Safety Defects...

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.Although both airbags

−−−−−−−−−Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.covers your new

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a r

＊＊＊−＊２００６ＨＯＮValid only for sales within the United States. Canadianowners should contact their authorized Honda dealer.The publications shown below ca

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

CONTINUEDBatteryCharging System...Indicator . 56, 233...Jump Starting . 229...

＊...Cargo, How to Carry . 150Cassette Player...Care . 115, 131...Operation .

CONTINUED...Disc Care . 134...Disc Changer . 111, 125...

...Gas Mileage, Improving . 147...Gasohol . 142...Gasoline .

CONTINUEDIndicators...ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 57, 168Brake (Parking and Brake...System) . 56, 235...Charging

...Maintenance . 183Owner’s Maintenance...Checks . 186...

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant i

＊＊＊CONTINUEDUsing Child Seats with...Tethers . 45...Using LATCH . 41...Rad

＊...Side Airbags . 9, 26...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26How the Side Airbag Off...Indicator Works .

＊...Tire, How to Change a Flat . 220...Tire Information . 250...Tires . 211.

＊Windshield...Cleaning . 65...Defroster . 101...

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):M

CONTINUEDYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andch

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems i

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpathandwhentheindicatorcomeson or goes off.A front s

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.To

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problemwith your airbags or seat belttensioners.When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, t

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect an infant or small child maybe in the front p

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.Even if you

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.If you have

−CONTINUEDIf the vehicle seat istoo far forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatten

−Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,and can be very hazardous.For example, infants and smallchi

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back.An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, reclining

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.In any of these situations, westrongly recommend th

In seating positions and vehicles notequipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible child seat can be installedusing a seat belt.Whatever type of seat you ch

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:After installing a childseat,

Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.Your vehicle is equi

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Pushandpullthechildseatforward and from side-to-s

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat, using one of theanchorage points shown above.Since a tether can pr

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wea

Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher groundclearance has many advantages for off-h

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:Does the child sit all the way backagai

Physically, a child must be largeenough for the lap/shoulder belt toproperly fit (see pages and ). Ifthe seat belt does not fit properly,with or witho

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

CONTINUEDThese labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully

Canadian modelsU.S. modelsU.S. modelsCanadian modelsSafety Labels52HOODRADIATOR CAPDOORJAMBSMain MenuTable of Contents

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

Control Locations54POWER WINDOWSWITCHESHOOD RELEASEHANDLEHATCH GLASSRELEASE BUTTONA/T model is shown.HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS(P.86)(P.98)(P.89)(P.74)P

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls55LOW OIL PRE

The instrument panel has manyindicators that give you importantinformation about your vehicle.See page .If this indicator comes on when theengine is r

Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3MIRROR CONTROLSHOOD RELEASE HANDLEFUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLEA/T model is shown.HATCH GLASS RELEASE

This indicator also blinks severaltimes when you turn the ignitionswitch from the ON (II) position tothe ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK(0) position.This in

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.This indicator has three functions.Itcomeson

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .On Canadian models, this indicatorcomes on with reduced brightnes

If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000km) without having the scheduledmaintenance performed, thisindicator will remain on as a constantreminder.Your deale

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Switch be

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom white mark to aboutthe middle of the

±±−−−−−−−−The temperature sensor is in thefront bumper. Therefore, thetemperature reading can be affectedby heat reflection from the roadsurface, engi

＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Controls Near the Steering Wheel64CRUISE CONTROLMASTER BUTTON(P.138)H

−−−−−−−−−Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.The wipers are not activated.The

−−Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The le

＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Your Vehicle at a Glance4HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALSREAR WINDOWDEFOGGERWI

−Turntheknobontheleftsideoftheinstrument panel to adjust thebrightness of the instrument panellights.Push the button below the centervents to turn on

To apply the parking brake, firmlypull the parking brake lever towardyou.Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting

To release the parking brake, pushandholdthereleasebuttonontheside of the parking brake lever, pullthe lever toward you slightly, thenpush the lever f

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved ke

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. E

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

To lock the doors and the tailgate,press the master door lock switch oneither front door, press the lock tabdown on the driver’s door, or use thekeyon

.Use the valet or master key in thetailgate to:.Pullthehandle to open it..Youcanalso open it by pressing the hatchglass release button on the driver’s

−−Keep the tailgate and the hatch glassclosed at all times while driving toavoid damaging the tailgate and thehatch glass, and to prevent exhaustgas f

−−Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

＋As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs.11 13Make all seat adjustments beforeyo

The rear seat armrest is in thecenter of the rear seat. Pivot it downto use it.Each front seat has an armrest onthesideoftheseat-back.Touseit,pivotitd

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.13Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraint

Adjust the front seats forward asfar as they will go. Pull up the seat-back angle adjustment lever andpivot the seat-back backward untilit is level wi

You can also fold up each of the rearseats separately to create furthercargo space (see page ).Push the seat belt buckles into theseat cushion.Lower t

Reverse this procedure to return theseat-back to the upright position.Make sure the seat is secured andthe seat belt in front of the seat-backbefore d

Pull out the fastening strap fromthe slit on the seat-back. Move thefront seat forward slightly, thenattach the anchor on the fasteningstrap to the ho

Line up the triangle marks on thesmall latch plate and buckle whenreattaching the belt and buckle.Tug on the seat belt to verify thatthe detachable an

Do not use the seat heaters when theengine is off or when idling for along period of time. They can drainthe battery, making your vehiclehard to start

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

−−If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or thedriver’s window fuse is removed, theAUTO function will be disabled. Thepower window sys

If equippedKeep the inside and outside mirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirrorright,left,up,ordown.When you finis

＊＊＊＊＊Interior Convenience Items90BUILT-IN TABLEACCESSORYPOWERSOCKETCENTERTABLE withBEVERAGEHOLDERSCENTERPOCKETGLOVE BOXACCESSORYPOWER SOCKETSUN VISORC

The cargo area floor can be takenout and used as a table.To remove the table, pull up thecarpet. Lift and pull on the handle toslidethetableout.To use

Unfold the legs. Lock them in placeby pushing on the middle of thelocking arms. Make sure all four arelocked.To fold the legs, pull on the middleof ea

Open the glove box by pulling thebottom of the handle. Close it with afirm push. Lock or unlock the glovebox with the master key.The glove box light c

To open the sunglasses holder, pushon the front edge. Make sure theholder is closed while you are driving.Some larger styles of sunglassesmay not fit

These sockets are intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).To use an accessory power socket,the ign

After all doors are closed tightly, thelight fades out in about 30 seconds.The ceiling light (with the switch inthe center position) comes on whenyou