Honda 2007 CR-V - Owner's Manual User Manual

2007 Honda CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a prin

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

The rear seat armrest is in thecenter of the rear seat. Pivot it downto use it.The rear center seat-back has anarmrest. To use it, fold it down. Touse

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

You can recline the seat-backs on thefront seats so they are level with therear seat cushions, making a largecushioned area. To do this:Adjust the rea

Adjust the front seats forward asfar as possible. Pull up the seat-back angle adjustment lever andpivot the seat-back backward untilit is level with t

Fold the seat-back forward.Do not put any heavy items on theseat-back when it is folded down.When you are folding the rear centerseat-back, use the la

Make sure that the folded down rearseat does not interfere with the frontpassenger’s seat-back. This willcause the front passenger’s weightsensors and

Followsteps1through4onpagefor folding down the seat-back.Lower the center seat-back beforefolding the passenger’s side seatforward.Unlock the seat fro

Pull down on the anchor to engagethe upper part of the anchorsecurely on the hook, and makesure the seat is secure.Make sure that the folded up rightr

Tug on the seat belt to verify thatthe detachable anchor is securelylatched. Make sure the seat belt isnot twisted.The seat belt in the rear center se

To unlatch the detachable anchor,insert the latch plate into the slot onthe side of the anchor buckle. Storethe detachable anchor and seat beltlatch p

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

−−When you push the MAIN switch in,the switch is off, and the passengerwindows cannot be raised or lowered.To cancel this feature, push on theswitch a

− To open the moonrooffully, pull back the moonroof switchfirmly, then release it. The moonroofautomatically opens all the way. Tostop the moonroof fr

− If themoonroof runs into any obstaclewhile it is closing automatically, itwill reverse direction and then stop.To close the moonroof, remove theobst

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 Items110COAT HOOK DOOR BEVERAGE HOLDERSUN VISORVANITY MIRRORACCESSORY POWER SOCKETUPPER GLOVE BOXLOWER GLOVE BOXCENTER PO

The dual deck cargo shelf willseparate the storage area into twostorage areas. On the upper area,you can store small and light items.Youshouldplacehea

The dual deck cargo shelf can beplaced on the floor as shown above.Reverse this procedure to return thedual deck cargo shelf to the upperposition. Mak

On vehicles with rear seat armrestOn Canadian modelsOn U.S. modelsThe rear seat also has a beverageholder in the center armrest. To useit, pivot the a

Open the lower glove box by pullingthe bottom of the handle. Close itwith a firm push. Lock or unlock theglove box with the master key.The glove box l

To use the vanity mirror on the backof the sun visor, pull up the cover.Open the upper glove box bypushing up the lever. Close it bypulling down on th

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

Some larger styles of sunglassesmay not fit in the holder.You may also store small items inthisholder.Makesuretheyaresmall enough to let the holder cl

CONTINUEDTo use an accessory power socket,the ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Each socket is intended to supplypower f

If equippedPush the release knob to open orclose the console compartment, slidethe lid rearward.Make sure to put the socket coverback in place to prev

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch; ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:Open any

Turn on the spotlight by pushing thelens. Push the lens again to turn itoff. You can use the spotlights at alltimes.The spotlights have a two-position

The cargo area light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position,the light does not come on. In thecenter position, it comes on whenyou open the

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

＊＊ : EX-L model and All Canadian modelsVents, Heating, and A/C124TEMPERATURECONTROL DIALAIR CONDITIONING(A/C) BUTTONFAN CONTROL DIALMAX A/C BUTTON REC

Turn this dial to increase or decreasethe fan speed and airflow.Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe temperature of the airflow.This button turns

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

Air flows from the floorvents.When you select , the systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode. If you switch the mode fromor to , the systemkeeps

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page). If it moves near the red zone,turn off the A

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:Turning the fan speed control dial allthe way to the left shuts the systemoff.Keep the system off for shor

An audio system is standard on allmodels. Read the appropriate pages(as shown below) to use yourvehicle’s audio system.For LX, models, see pagesthroug

Audio System130U.S. EX-L model with navigation system Canadian EX-L model with navigation systemMain MenuTable of Contents

Playing the AM/FM Radio (LX model)Features131AMBUTTONFMBUTTONPRESET BUTTONSA.SEL/SCANBARTUNE KNOBPOWER/VOLUME KNOBU.S. and Canadian LX modelsSEEK/SKIP

−−−You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.Use the TUNE knob t

−−−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

−−−−−Adjusts the bass.Adjusts the treble.Adjusts the side-to-side strength of the sound.Adjusts the front-to-backstrength of the sound.Adjusts the vol

Playing a Disc (LX model)Features135REPEAT BUTTONEJECTBUTTONRANDOM BUTTONA.SEL/SCANBARCD/AUXBUTTONTUNE KNOBPOWER/VOLUME KNOBU.S. and Canadian LX model

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.Always wearyour seat belt properly, and

−−−−You operate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toselect the disc player, press the CD/AUX button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in th

−−−−CONTINUEDEach time you press the DISP button,the display shows you the text dataon a disc, if the disc was recordedwith text data.You can see the

−＞Each time youpress and release the side ofthe SEEK/SKIP bar, the player skipsforward to the beginning of the nexttrack (file in MP3 or WMA mode).Pre

−−−−Toselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turntheknobtotherighttoskiptothenext folder, and to the

−−−In MP3 or WMA modeIn MP3 or WMA modeThisfeature, when activated, samples thefirst file of each folder on the disc.To activate folder scan, press th

If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the disc willstay in the dri

−The ejected disc will not be reloaded automatically.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the

Playing the AM/FM Radio (EX and EX-L models without navigation system)Features143SCANBUTTONAUTO SELECTBUTTONAMBUTTONFMBUTTONAUTO SELECT BUTTONPRESETBU

−−−You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.Use the TUNE knob t

−−−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

−The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengers,and teenage children who are largeenough and mature en

−−−−−−Press the TUNE (SOUND) knobrepeatedly to display the BASS,TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE,SUBWOOFER (if equipped), andSVC (speed-sensitive volumecompensa

Your audio system is capable ofreceiving XMSatellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska.XMis a registered trademark ofXM Sate

−−−To listen to XM radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position. Push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio system, a

−−−−−−The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are s

−−The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate

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

Playing a DiscPlaying Discs (EX and EX-L models without navigation system)152TUNE KNOBDISPLAYBUTTONCD BUTTONPOWER/VOLUME KNOBSCANBUTTONU.S. EX and Can

−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDTo load or play discs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.You operate the disc changer withthe same c

Your vehicle’s in-dash disc changerholdsuptosixdiscs.Press the LOAD button until youhear a beep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ inthe display.To load only one CD, pr

−−＞Each time you press the DISP button,the display shows you the text dataon a disc, if the disc was recordedwith text data.With the folder name, you

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

−−−−−−Toselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turntheknobtotherighttoskiptothenext folder, and to t

−−−Each time you press and release theRDM button, the mode changesfrom folder random play to randomplay (within a disc random play),then to normal pla

＊＊You can also eject discs when theignition switch is off. The disc thatwas last selected is ejected first.To remove the disc currently in play,press

−−If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takey

Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system)160U.S. EX-L modelCanadian EX-L modelAUTO SELECT ICONSOUND ICONPRESET BUTTONAUDIOBUTTONTUNE BAR

−▲▼▲▼＊＊＊CONTINUEDYou can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.Use t

−−▲▼−Each preset button’s frequency isshown on the bottom of the audiodisplay.If you do nothing, the system willthen scan for the next strong stationa

− 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 are

−−−−−−You can adjust the sound on thenavigation screen. To adjust thesound, push the AUDIO button, thenenter the sound grid by touching theSOUNDiconon

You can select the backgroundscreen to display the sound level.There are three screen modes: level(the sound level is shown with thevertical bars), sp

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. EX-L model with navigation system)166TUNE BARSCAN BUTTONJOYSTICKCATEGORYINDICATORAUDIO BUTTONXM RADIOBUTTONPOWER/

−CONTINUEDYour audio system is capable ofreceiving XMSatellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska.XMis a registered trademark

−−−−▼▲Pick the preset button (icon) youwant for that channel. Press andhold the button (icon) until youhear a beep.In category mode, only channelswith

−−−−−−−CONTINUEDThe signal iscurrently too weak. Move the vehicleto an area away from tall buildings,and with an unobstructed view of thesouthern hori

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

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

−＋Playing a disc (Models with navigation system)172SCAN BUTTONJOYSTICKAUDIO BUTTONPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBOPEN BUTTONCD BUTTONRANDOMBUTTONREPEAT BUTTON REWIND

−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDNOTE:If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc isprotected by digital rightsmanagement (DRM), the audio unitdisplays CD FORMAT, and thenskips t

Insert a disc about halfway into thedisc slot. The drive will pull the discin the rest of the way and begin toplay it.You cannot load and play 3-inch(

−−Push the AUDIO button beside thescreen to show the audio display andoperate the disc player.You can also operate the audiosystem without using the c

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

−▲▼−−−−Toselect a different folder, press eitherside of the TUNE bar to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Pressthe side of the TUNE bar to skip

−−CONTINUEDYou can also select a track/filedirectly from a track list on the audiodisplay. Press the AUDIO button toshow the audio display, then touch

▲▼＊＊＊When playing a CD recorded withtext data, each track name is shownin the audio display. With a discrecorded in MP3 or WMA, the foldernumber and t

You cannot close the screen if a discis partially inserted into its slot.To remove a disc from the audio unit,fold back the screen by pressing theOPEN

Cause SolutionInsert a different disc. If the newdisc plays, there is a problem withthe first disc. If the error messagecycle repeats and you cannot c

−＋−＋CD Changer (Models with navigation system)Features181JOYSTICKPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBCD BUTTONRANDOMBUTTONREPEAT BUTTONREWIND BUTTONSKIP BUTTONSKIP BUTTON

Open the center console cover,then slide open the CD changercover by pulling it rearward.Push the EJECT button to removethe CD magazine. The magazinew

To install a CD into the magazine,push the button while pulling outon the tab.Store all six trays in the magazine,and reinstall the magazine in theCD

▲▼To play CDs, the ignition switchmust be in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position.You operate the CD changer withthe same controls used for the in-das

−−−−−−−−Push the button(preset 6) to play the next track onthe disc. Push the button(preset5)oncetoreplaythetrackinplay; press it twice to replay thep

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

＊＊PresstheAM/FMorCD/XMbuttontoswitchtotheradioorsatellite radio while a CD is playing.If there is a PC card in the audio unit,touch the CARD icon to s

Insert a different disc. If the newdisc plays, there is a problem withthe first disc. If the error messagecycle repeats and you cannot clear it,take y

−−＋＋Playing a PC card (Models with navigation system)188REPEAT BUTTONRANDOMBUTTONREWIND BUTTONJOYSTICKTUNE BARPC CARD ICONTRACK LIST ICONU.S. EX-L mod

−−−−You operate the PC card player withthe same controls used for the radioand the disc player. To load or play acard, the ignition switch must be int

−−−−Compatible with variable bit rateand multi-sessionMaximum layers(including ROOT): 8 layersIn WMA format, DRM (digital rightsmanagement) files cann

Therearethreeplaymodes:Folder,Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAYMODE icon, then choose one of themodes by touching its icon. When amode is selected, it

To select a play mode, push theAUDIO button to show the audiodisplay, then touch the PLAY MODEicon on the display.Select the desired mode by touchingt

To go back to the previous screen,presstheCANCELbuttonontherightsideofthescreen.Toexittheplay mode screens, press the AUDIObutton.You can use the pres

−−−▲▼−−−−Each time you press andrelease (preset 6), the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext file. Press and release(preset 5), to skip bac

−−The system plays the first file in thefolder for about 10 seconds. If you donothing, the system plays the firstfile in each folder, in order, for 10

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 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

▲▼You can also select a file directlyfrom a track list on the audio display.Press the AUDIO button to show theaudio display, then touch the TrackList

In album mode, the album name isalso displayed on the right side ofeach selectable icon. Select thedesired file.When you select ‘‘Song Search’’ fromth

▲▼Searching for a Song Title by Keyword Searching for a Song by Artist NameAfter the system searches for a song,a file list is displayed. To scrollthr

＊＊＊Searching for a Song by Album Name: U.S. EX-L modelSelect the Album icon, and thealbum list appears. Select the desiredalbum, and its song list is

How well the radio receives stationsis dependent on many factors, suchas the distance from the station’stransmitter, nearby large objects,and atmosphe

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

Handle a disc by its edges; nevertouch either surface. Do not placestabilizer rings or labels on the disc.These, along with contaminationfrom fingerpr

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

＋−＋−Your vehicle has the auxiliary inputjack on the front panel, on the centertable, or in the console compartment,depending on models. The systemwill

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or theradio fuse is removed, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see

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

On models with navigation systemOn models without navigation systemThe navigation system receivessignals from the global positioningsystem (GPS), and

If equippedOnce the security system is set,opening any door without using thekey or the remote transmitter, thehood, or the tailgate will cause thesys

▼▲When in reverse, the touch screenand navigation system ‘‘hard’’buttons are locked out, except the‘‘ZOOM’’ button. Touching the ‘‘ ’’or ‘‘ ’’ button

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

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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

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

Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least once. If youdo not properly tighten the cap,the malfunction indicator lampmaycomeon(seepage ).

To close the hood, lift it up slightly toremove the support rod from thehole. Put the support rod back intoits holding clip. Lower the hood toabout a

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

Refer toon page forinformation about checking otheritems on your vehicle.Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenancemessages displayed in

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

Raising your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit canaffect the handling and stability.Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components, wit

＊＊＊＊＊Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Lower glove boxUpper glove boxConsole compartmentDoor pocketsSeat-back pocketsSeat-under Tray (i

−×Steps for Determining Correct LoadLimit:Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicl

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rol

If you carry any items on a roofrack,besurethetotalweightofthe rack and the items does notexceed 165 lbs (75 kg).If you use an accessory roof rack,the

The lap/shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then t

The four hooks on the floor can beused to install a net for securingitems.Your vehicle also has cargo hooks onside panel in the cargo area.They are de

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

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

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

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

−−If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark

−−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

If you need to use the shift lockrelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by your dealer.This allows you to move

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts

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

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

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the front-to-rear brakingdistribution syst

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

VSA is turned on every time youstart the engine, even if you turned itoff the last time you drove thevehicle.When VSA is off, the VSA activationindica

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

For example, if you check and fillyour tires in a warm area, then drivein extremely cold weather, the tirepressure will be lower thanmeasured and coul

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

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily to carry passengers andtheir cargo. You can also use it totow a trailer if you carefully observethe load limit

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by your dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof prot

−−−Thebestwaytoconfirmthatallloads are within limits is to checkthem at a public scale. For publicscales in your area, check your localphone book, or

Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, province,and local regulations. Check withyour local trailer sales or rentalagencies for

When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:The vehicle has been properlyserviced, and suspension andcooling system a

Crosswinds and air turbulencecaused by passing trucks can disruptyour steering and cause the trailer tosway. When being passed by a largevehicle, keep

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

If you tow more than 8 hours in oneday, you should repeat the aboveprocedure at least every 8 hours(when you stop for fuel, etc.)Only remove the fuse

To avoid loss of control or rollover,be sure to follow all precautions andrecommendations.If you decide to drive on unpavedroads, you will find that i

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

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

Airbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your Airbags22(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(5)(4)(12)(8)(11)(10)(7)(13)(9)(1) Driver’s Front Airbag(2) Passe

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

−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDCalculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80 % 71 %70 % 61 %60 % 51 %50 % 41 %40 % 31 %30 % 21 %20 % 16 %15 % 11 %10 % 6 %5

When the remaining engine oil life is5 to 1 percent, you will see a‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with thesame maintenance item code(s),everytimeyouturnthe

If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance, negative mileage isdisplayed and begins to blink afterthe vehicle has been driven 10 miles(10 km) or m

Your dealer will reset the displayafter completing the requiredmaintenance service. You will see‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the informationdisplay the next t

CONTINUEDIf you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show the

−−−−−＃−Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fu

＊＊＃＃＊＃＊＊Maintenance Minder263: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).Adju

Maintenance Record264mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiYou or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed,

Maintenance RecordMaintenance265mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMaintenancePerformedAB

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

Fluid Locations266ENGINE 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.Run the engine unti

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

Do not add any rust inhibitors orother additives to your vehicle’scooling system. They may not becompatible with the coolant orengine components.Pour

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.Check the fluid level by removingthe cap and looking at the

CONTINUEDCheck the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.Start the engine let it run until thera

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.Always use Honda ATF-Z1(automatic transmission fluid).

4WD model onlyBrake fluid marked DOT 5 is notcompatible with your vehicle’sbraking system and can causeextensive damage.Using any non-Honda brake flui

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect whether achild is in the passenger’s sideairbag path and signal the controluni

Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not, add power steer

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

→Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pulling theconnector straight back.Remove the rubber weather sealby pulling on the tab.Unclip the end

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.(Driver

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.Reinsta

Determine which of the four bulbsis burned out: stop/taillight, back-up light, turn signal, or sidemarker.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter t

Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.Align the clips on the taillightassembly with the holes in thebody,

The driver’s floor mat that camewith your vehicle hooks over thefloor mat anchors. This keeps thefloor mat from sliding forward andpossibly interferin

This filter removes the dust andpollenthatisbroughtinfromtheoutside through the heating andcooling system.If you remove a floor mat, make suretore-anc

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,

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

Place the top of the wiper blade onthe end of the blade assembly, andslide the blade onto the assemblyin the direction pointed to by thearrow.Make sur

Lower the wiper arm against thewindshield.Install the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.Slide the new blade into the

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

Use a gauge to measure the airpressure in each tire at least once amonth. Even tires that are in goodcondition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to20 kPa, 0.1 t

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.Youshouldlookfor:Bumps or bulges in the tread or

CONTINUEDWhen the tires are rotated, makesure the air pressures are checked.To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires

＋Wheels:Tires:See page for DOT tire qualitygrading information, and pagefor tire size and labelinginformation.Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on

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

−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

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

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

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

Replace the tire when you can seethe tread wear indicator bars. Thereplacement should be the same sizeand design tire, mounted on thesame wheel. The s

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to stopthat

Take the jack out of the spare tirearea.Turn the jack’s end bracketcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack by lifting itstraight up.Unscrew

CONTINUEDUse the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove

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

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

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position, but the

＋＋Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very

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

−If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.Start your vehicle. If the startermotor st

CONTINUEDIf the vehicle overheats, you shouldtake immediate action. The onlyindication may be the temperaturegauge climbing to or above the redmark. O

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

The interior fuse box is locatedunder the dashboard on the driver’sside. The fuse label is attachedunder the steering column.The under-hood fuse box i

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.Check the

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your vehicle.Leave the blown fuse in

−−−＊＊＊＊＊No. Amps.No. Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected202122232425262728293031323334353637387.5 A20 A(20 A)20 A20 A(20 A)15 A15 A20 A(15 A)2

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

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊No. No. Amps.Circuits ProtectedAmps. Circuits Protected1234567891011121314151617181920212223(20 A)(20 A)7.5 A(30 A)(15 A)15 A15 A7.5 A15 A7.5 A

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

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−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 yourdealer uses to

The engine number is stamped intothe front of the engine block.You can see the engine numberthrough the window next to the ‘‘H’’logo.The transmission

＊＊＊＊Specifications322DimensionsWeightsEngineCapacitiesCapacities177.9 in (4,518 mm)LengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack66.1 in (1,680 mm)103.1 in (2,620 mm

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Inf ormation323Air ConditioningBatteryFusesAlignmentTiresLightsHFC-134a (R-134a)15.2 16.8 oz (430 480 g)SP-10

−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

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

−−−−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Speed symbol (analphabetical

−Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pressure recommendedby the vehicle manuf

−Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement oralternate tires

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

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 . 334...Warranty Coverages . 335Reporting Safety Defects...

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

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

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

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

−＊＊＊＊２００７ＨＯＮValid 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 . 60, 309...Jump Starting . 305...

＊...DANGER, Explanation of . iii...Dashboard . 4, 72...Daytime Running Lights . 75Daytime Run

CONTINUEDDoors...Auto Door Lock . 84...Auto Door Unlock . 86...Childproof Door Locks . 88...

...Fuel . 214...Check Fuel Cap Message . 216...Fill Door and Cap . 215...

CONTINUED...Keys . 79...Label, Certification . 320...Lane Change, Sig

...Neutral Gear Position . 233...New Vehicle Break-in . 214...NOTICE, Explanation of . i...

＊＊＊CONTINUED...Engine Oil and Filter . 268...Fuses . 312...Light Bulb

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

＊...SRS, Additional Information . 22...Additional Safety Precautions . 33...Airbag Service . 33...Airbag System Co

＊＊...Rotating . 291...Snow . 292...Specifications

On 4WD model onlyService Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less(the weight of an

If water oranother liquid soaks into a seat-back, it can prevent the side airbagcutoff system from workingproperly.Improperly replacingor covering fro

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

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

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

−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 a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

−Children who play in vehicles canaccidentally get trapped inside.Teach your children not to play inor around vehicles.Even very youngchildren learn h

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,

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at the rear seats tosecure a child seat in any seatingposition: one in each

Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.Some LATCH-compatibl

Follow step 1 through 5 asdescribed previously to secure thechild seat.Pull down the cover to access thetether anchor.Route the tether strap over thes

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

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.Each rear outside seating positionhas an anchorage point on the sea

Route the tether strap over theseat-back, then attach the tetherstrap hook to the anchor, makingsure the tether strap is not twisted.Tighten the strap

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

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

A child may continue using a boosterseat until the tops of their ears areeven with the top of the vehicle’s orbooster’s seat-back. A child of thisheig

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the chil

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

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

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

＊＊Symbols on labelsattached to your vehicle are toremind you to read this owner’smanual for proper and safeoperation of your vehicle.Canadian modelsU.

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

＊＊＊Control Locations58POWER WINDOWSWITCHESHOOD RELEASEHANDLEMIRROR CONTROLSGAUGESAUDIO SYSTEMCLOCKHAZARD WARNINGBUTTONPASSENGER AIRBAGOFF INDICATORINS

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls59IMMOBILIZER

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

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates that thepassenger’s sid

This indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See pagefor information on operating thecruise control.This indicator comes on when youturn on

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .This indicator comes on as areminder that you must refuel soon.Th

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition to the ON (II) position.If it comes on while driving, itindicates that one

Canadian models onlyIf equippedThis indicator comes on when thewasher fluid level is low. Add washerfluid when you see this indicator(see page ).This

Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3POWER WINDOWSWITCHESDRIVER’S FRONTAIRBAGFUEL FILL DOORRELEASE HANDLEHOOD RELEASE HANDLEPASSENGER’S FR

Gauges66SELECT/RESET KNOBTACHOMETERSPEEDOMETERTEMPERATURE GAUGEFUEL GAUGEINFORMATION DISPLAYOUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATORTRIP METERCURRENT FUEL MILEAG

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.The information display consists ofthreesegments.Theup

This display shows the current, orinstant fuel mileage you are getting.When either of the trip meters (tripA or B) is displayed, your vehicle’saverage

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

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

If your fuel fill cap is loose ormissing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’message appears on the informationdisplay after you start the engine.For more informatio

＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.Refer to the navigation system manual.1:2:3:Controls Near the Steering W

−−−−−−−−−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.MIST

Turn SignalOFFParking and interior lightsHeadlights onHigh BeamsFlashhighbeamsRotate the switchcounterclockwise also to spray thewindow washer and tur

−−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.Refer to the navigation system manual.1:2:3:Your Vehicle at a Glance4W

To reduce glare at night, the instru-ment panel illumination dims whenyou turn the light switch to or. Turning the Select/Resetknob fully to the right

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideofthe rear window can be accidentall

Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.To apply the parking brake, push t

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).If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may mak

To lock all doors and the tailgate,push the front of the master doorlock switch on either front door,pull the locktabrearwardonthedrivers door, or us

To lock any passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, pull thelock tab rearward and close the door.To lock the driver’s door, remove thekey fro

Pushandholdthefrontofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door. You will hear aclicking sound, and after about 5seconds, you will hear anothercli

Make sure the shift lever is inPark (P), and open the driver’sdoor.Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Set the parking brake.Make sure the

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

Release the switch and then, within 5 seconds, turn the ignitionswitch to the ACCESSORY (I)position.Pushandholdthefrontofthemaster door lock switch on

Push and hold the brake pedal,then move the shift lever out ofPark (P).Pushandholdtherearofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door. You will he

Unlocks the driver’s door or all doorsand the tailgate when the shift lever ismoved to Park (P).Make sure the shift lever is inPark (P), and close the

−−−Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the remaining doorsand the tailgate. Some exterior lightswill flash twice

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

＋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

To open the tailgate, push therelease, and lift up. To close thetailgate, use the tailgate handle tolower it, then press down on theback edge.Keep the

If the power door lock system cannotunlock the tailgate, unlock itmanually.Push the release lever to the lowerright as shown.If you need to unlock the

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

When using the center seatingposition, adjust the left and right sideof the rear seats to the same position.Make sure all rear shoulder belts areposit