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and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...349 Authorized Manuals (U. 2008 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your...353 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SWA-6100 1 S. S. in, and cargo loading) ...225 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...243 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...271 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses...
and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...349 Authorized Manuals (U. 2008 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your...353 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SWA-6100 1 S. S. in, and cargo loading) ...225 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...243 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...271 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses...
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...how to handle them . Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to know if you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 CR- V There is also a list of things to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. plus what you need when you 're ...service. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Refer to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; only) How to order manuals and other cargo. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and...
...how to handle them . Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to know if you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 CR- V There is also a list of things to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. plus what you need when you 're ...service. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Refer to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; only) How to order manuals and other cargo. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and...
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V EX-L without navigation system is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.229) : If equipped 3 2008 CR- Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.139) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) MIRROR CONTROL (P.112) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCHES (P.82) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.109) Your Vehicle at a Glance HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.126) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.131) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.247) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.227) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.120) U.S.
V EX-L without navigation system is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.229) : If equipped 3 2008 CR- Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.139) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) MIRROR CONTROL (P.112) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCHES (P.82) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.109) Your Vehicle at a Glance HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.126) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.131) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.247) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.227) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.120) U.S.
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... (P.112) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.110) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.32) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.76) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.139) CLOCK (P.219) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.247) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.126) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.131) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.108) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.109) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.227) HOOD RELEASE...
... (P.112) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.110) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.32) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.76) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.139) CLOCK (P.219) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.247) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.126) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.131) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.108) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.109) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.227) HOOD RELEASE...
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Rotate the switch clockwise to spray the window washer and turn the wiper on 5. Flash high beams Turn Signal and Headlights 74 2008 CR- Rotate the switch counterclockwise also to turn the wiper switch to the ''OFF'' position, the wiper will return to its parked position. 2. ... even if the rear wiper switch is off. OFF 3. Headlights on . When you turn the rear window wiper ON. OFF When you shift the transmission to spray the rear window washer. 1. Parking and interior lights 4. V Turn Signal 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn ...
Rotate the switch clockwise to spray the window washer and turn the wiper on 5. Flash high beams Turn Signal and Headlights 74 2008 CR- Rotate the switch counterclockwise also to turn the wiper switch to the ''OFF'' position, the wiper will return to its parked position. 2. ... even if the rear wiper switch is off. OFF 3. Headlights on . When you turn the rear window wiper ON. OFF When you shift the transmission to spray the rear window washer. 1. Parking and interior lights 4. V Turn Signal 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn ...
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...Cruise control may downshift to slow down in any of these ways: Press and hold the SET/DECEL button. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed when you do this , your vehicle will speed up and down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Accelerate to the ...down a hill, use the brakes as you reach the desired speed. Release the button when you normally would. To slow down . CONTINUED Features 223 2008 CR- This will come back on the instrument panel will cancel the cruise control. Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising speed in...
...Cruise control may downshift to slow down in any of these ways: Press and hold the SET/DECEL button. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed when you do this , your vehicle will speed up and down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Accelerate to the ...down a hill, use the brakes as you reach the desired speed. Release the button when you normally would. To slow down . CONTINUED Features 223 2008 CR- This will come back on the instrument panel will cancel the cruise control. Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising speed in...
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... maintenance messages displayed on the multiinformation display (see page 281). Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 232 2008 CR- Keep your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Drive Efficiently Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on your fuel economy by up ) Driving...
... maintenance messages displayed on the multiinformation display (see page 281). Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 232 2008 CR- Keep your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Drive Efficiently Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on your fuel economy by up ) Driving...
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It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Driving Guidelines ...244 Preparing to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking ... (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and facts you need if you are planning to Drive ...245 Starting the Engine...246 Automatic Transmission...247 Parking ...252 Braking System...253 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...254 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...256 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...258...
It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Driving Guidelines ...244 Preparing to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking ... (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and facts you need if you are planning to Drive ...245 Starting the Engine...246 Automatic Transmission...247 Parking ...252 Braking System...253 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...254 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...256 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...258...
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Shifting RELEASE BUTTON Driving U.S. V CONTINUED 247 2008 CR- If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is a problem with the automatic transmission control system. model is shown SHIFT LEVER These indicators on along with the ''D'' indicator, there is in.... on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible. You cannot shift out of the shift lever. If it indicates a possible problem in...
Shifting RELEASE BUTTON Driving U.S. V CONTINUED 247 2008 CR- If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is a problem with the automatic transmission control system. model is shown SHIFT LEVER These indicators on along with the ''D'' indicator, there is in.... on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible. You cannot shift out of the shift lever. If it indicates a possible problem in...
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To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop and then shift. Move the shift lever. V To shift out of the... press the release button to D3 Do this: Press the brake pedal and press the shift lever release button. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission To shift from: P to R R to P N to R D to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D D to N N to D R to N D3 to D D to shift...done all of Park, see Shift Lock Release on page 251 . Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you can remove the key from neutral. Press the D3 button. 248...
To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop and then shift. Move the shift lever. V To shift out of the... press the release button to D3 Do this: Press the brake pedal and press the shift lever release button. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission To shift from: P to R R to P N to R D to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D D to N N to D R to N D3 to D D to shift...done all of Park, see Shift Lock Release on page 251 . Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you can remove the key from neutral. Press the D3 button. 248...
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...provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. CONTINUED 249 2008 CR- Shift to the Park position if you need to restart a stalled engine, or if it is in stop briefly with the engine idling. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. D3 Mode Driving D3 SWITCH D3 MODE INDICATOR...lever is necessary to stop -and-go driving. the D3 mode indicator comes on , the transmission selects only the first three gears. Press on or off ; D3 mode can also keep the transmission from neutral to turn this position for your vehicle for any reason. Main Menu Table Of ...
...provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. CONTINUED 249 2008 CR- Shift to the Park position if you need to restart a stalled engine, or if it is in stop briefly with the engine idling. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. D3 Mode Driving D3 SWITCH D3 MODE INDICATOR...lever is necessary to stop -and-go driving. the D3 mode indicator comes on , the transmission selects only the first three gears. Press on or off ; D3 mode can also keep the transmission from neutral to turn this position for your vehicle for any reason. Main Menu Table Of ...
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...comes on for the gear you reduce the rpm below the red zone. 250 2008 CR- This position locks the transmission in first gear. Use second gear: For more power when climbing. This position locks the transmission in second gear. If you shift into the tachometer's red zone. V ...again to avoid sudden engine braking. Turning the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position turns this occurs, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. For starting out on a slippery surface or in and out. The engine will enter into first position...
...comes on for the gear you reduce the rpm below the red zone. 250 2008 CR- This position locks the transmission in first gear. Use second gear: For more power when climbing. This position locks the transmission in second gear. If you shift into the tachometer's red zone. V ...again to avoid sudden engine braking. Turning the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position turns this occurs, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. For starting out on a slippery surface or in and out. The engine will enter into first position...
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... . Remove the key from the ignition switch. Put a cloth on the edge of the cover to remove it means your dealer. 251 2008 CR- Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park to neutral. 6. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 4. Make sure...
... . Remove the key from the ignition switch. Put a cloth on the edge of the cover to remove it means your dealer. 251 2008 CR- Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park to neutral. 6. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 4. Make sure...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle may roll if it is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission. On EX and EX-L models If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Check the indicator on the instrument... rear brakes. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to verify that the security system is fully released before you put the transmission in the cargo area or take them with the parking brake partially set . Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle....
... your vehicle may roll if it is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission. On EX and EX-L models If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Check the indicator on the instrument... rear brakes. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to verify that the security system is fully released before you put the transmission in the cargo area or take them with the parking brake partially set . Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle....
Owner's Manual
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... to the side of the road to slow down hills, reduce your steering and cause the trailer to make quick steering or braking corrections. 265 2008 CR- If you must stop when towing a trailer. Driving on your vehicle, and it will affect your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with...brake. Do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember it can hit or run over . When being passed by passing trucks can cause the automatic transmission to use when towing a trailer in hilly terrain. (See ''Driving on level roads. D3 is the proper shift lever position to overheat. When ...
... to the side of the road to slow down hills, reduce your steering and cause the trailer to make quick steering or braking corrections. 265 2008 CR- If you must stop when towing a trailer. Driving on your vehicle, and it will affect your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with...brake. Do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember it can hit or run over . When being passed by passing trucks can cause the automatic transmission to use when towing a trailer in hilly terrain. (See ''Driving on level roads. D3 is the proper shift lever position to overheat. When ...
Owner's Manual
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...run for 5 seconds, then to 65 mph (100 km/h). Let the engine run down the battery. 266 2008 CR- Parking Follow all its positions. Otherwise severe automatic transmission damage will occur. Also, place wheel chocks at legal highway speeds up . Towing Your Vehicle Behind a ...Motorhome Your vehicle can be towed with all four wheels on the brake pedal. Otherwise, severe transmission damage will occur. Perform the following procedure every day immediately before you select a reputable manufacturer and installer. Start the engine. Press...
...run for 5 seconds, then to 65 mph (100 km/h). Let the engine run down the battery. 266 2008 CR- Parking Follow all its positions. Otherwise severe automatic transmission damage will occur. Also, place wheel chocks at legal highway speeds up . Towing Your Vehicle Behind a ...Motorhome Your vehicle can be towed with all four wheels on the brake pedal. Otherwise, severe transmission damage will occur. Perform the following procedure every day immediately before you select a reputable manufacturer and installer. Start the engine. Press...
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... procedure, and the key is shif ted f rom reverse to re-install the fuse before driving 267 2008 CR- Only remove the fuse after you tow a CR-V behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be transported on battery. If you begin towing. V Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I ) position, and make sure the steering...
... procedure, and the key is shif ted f rom reverse to re-install the fuse before driving 267 2008 CR- Only remove the fuse after you tow a CR-V behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be transported on battery. If you begin towing. V Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I ) position, and make sure the steering...
Owner's Manual
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... a Stream Avoid driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle could get stuck. You should never use a jack to get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and causing an eventual failure. If this happens, stop and allow everything to get stuck because of the 4-wheel... drive system. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on firm, level ground. Make sure it . 270 2008 CR- If this happens, the 4-wheel drive system shuts off the jack and hurt you or someone else. 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles If you spin the...
... a Stream Avoid driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle could get stuck. You should never use a jack to get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and causing an eventual failure. If this happens, stop and allow everything to get stuck because of the 4-wheel... drive system. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on firm, level ground. Make sure it . 270 2008 CR- If this happens, the 4-wheel drive system shuts off the jack and hurt you or someone else. 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles If you spin the...
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...Fluid Locations...280 Adding Engine Oil ...281 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...282 Engine Coolant ...284 Windshield Washers ...286 Automatic Transmission Fluid...287 Rear Differential Fluid ...289 Brake Fluid ...289 Power Steering Fluid ...290 Lights ...291 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...297 ...and Pollen Filter ...298 Wiper Blades ...299 Tires ...302 Wheels ...308 Checking the Battery ...308 Vehicle Storage ...310 Maintenance 271 2008 CR- This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for information on...
...Fluid Locations...280 Adding Engine Oil ...281 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...282 Engine Coolant ...284 Windshield Washers ...286 Automatic Transmission Fluid...287 Rear Differential Fluid ...289 Brake Fluid ...289 Power Steering Fluid ...290 Lights ...291 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...297 ...and Pollen Filter ...298 Wiper Blades ...299 Tires ...302 Wheels ...308 Checking the Battery ...308 Vehicle Storage ...310 Maintenance 271 2008 CR- This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for information on...
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...check the following items at a dealer is skilled in accordance with will not void your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the ...See page 302 . Check your warranties in effect. See page 287 . See page 291 . 278 2008 CR- Make sure to EPA standards. However, all receipts as the original components, so you can be ...the items marked with the intervals indicated by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda parts and fluids whenever you are manufactured to the appropriate page listed. Lights Check the...
...check the following items at a dealer is skilled in accordance with will not void your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the ...See page 302 . Check your warranties in effect. See page 287 . See page 291 . 278 2008 CR- Make sure to EPA standards. However, all receipts as the original components, so you can be ...the items marked with the intervals indicated by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda parts and fluids whenever you are manufactured to the appropriate page listed. Lights Check the...