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2012 CR-V Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - This is due to changes in content and specifications of web use. This manual will be formatted for printing instead of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-T0A-6000
2012 CR-V Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - This is due to changes in content and specifications of web use. This manual will be formatted for printing instead of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-T0A-6000
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reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is for printing. Before Driving P. 246 Towing a Trailer P. ... Overheating P. 351 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 341 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 353 2 Information P. 363 Specifications P. 364 Emissions Testing P. 369 Identification Numbers P. 366 Warranty Coverages P. 371 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Your particular model may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on the Audio System P. 210 2 Driving P. 245 The information...
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is for printing. Before Driving P. 246 Towing a Trailer P. ... Overheating P. 351 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 341 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 353 2 Information P. 363 Specifications P. 364 Emissions Testing P. 369 Identification Numbers P. 366 Warranty Coverages P. 371 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Your particular model may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on the Audio System P. 210 2 Driving P. 245 The information...
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ECON Mode Indicator (P 77) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed. * Not available on all models 7 Green: Fuel efficient driving Yellow: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration ● The ambient meter color changes in accordance with your driving style. Eco Assist System Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your brake or accelerator pedal operation. (P 125) Quick Reference Guide ECON Button (P 125) Helps maximize fuel economy.
ECON Mode Indicator (P 77) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed. * Not available on all models 7 Green: Fuel efficient driving Yellow: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration ● The ambient meter color changes in accordance with your driving style. Eco Assist System Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your brake or accelerator pedal operation. (P 125) Quick Reference Guide ECON Button (P 125) Helps maximize fuel economy.
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CD/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/CD/XM1 */XM2 */AUX. ● / Button Radio:Press and release to select the next or previous strong station. Button ...Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the preset station. Press and hold to the beginning of the next song or return to change a folder. * Not available on all models 15 Button / Multi-Information Display Button Quick Reference Guide SOURCE Button...
CD/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/CD/XM1 */XM2 */AUX. ● / Button Radio:Press and release to select the next or previous strong station. Button ...Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the preset station. Press and hold to the beginning of the next song or return to change a folder. * Not available on all models 15 Button / Multi-Information Display Button Quick Reference Guide SOURCE Button...
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... drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either. 26 For Safe Driving The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly. 1 Important...
... drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either. 26 For Safe Driving The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly. 1 Important...
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...; Keep your speed Excessive speed is safe to divert some attention away from paying close attention to the road, other activities that keep you can change quickly, and only you from driving. ■ Control your vehicle in crash injuries and deaths. Remember, situations can decide when it is a major factor in...
...; Keep your speed Excessive speed is safe to divert some attention away from paying close attention to the road, other activities that keep you can change quickly, and only you from driving. ■ Control your vehicle in crash injuries and deaths. Remember, situations can decide when it is a major factor in...
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... • The exhaust system is making an unusual noise. • The exhaust system may have been damaged. • The vehicle is raised for an oil change. Breathing it can quickly fill up with the engine running. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you sit in the same manner if...
... • The exhaust system is making an unusual noise. • The exhaust system may have been damaged. • The vehicle is raised for an oil change. Breathing it can quickly fill up with the engine running. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you sit in the same manner if...
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... the driver's door is opened. - ● ● ● ● ● Side Airbag Off Indicator Comes on . ● ● Explanation Does not blink or blinks rapidly - Change the bulb immediately. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 312 Turn Signal Indicators Instrument Panel U.S. Canada ● High Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator Fog Light Indicator * ● - Have...
... the driver's door is opened. - ● ● ● ● ● Side Airbag Off Indicator Comes on . ● ● Explanation Does not blink or blinks rapidly - Change the bulb immediately. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 312 Turn Signal Indicators Instrument Panel U.S. Canada ● High Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator Fog Light Indicator * ● - Have...
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...Temperature ■ Odometer Shows the total number of the items on the information display also appear on the multi-information display. They also change the display. Instant Fuel Economy, Average Fuel B, Trip Meter B, Outside Temperature Engine Oil Life Some of miles or kilometers that your ...and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges. 1 Switching the Display Each time you press the knob, the information display changes as follows: Instant Fuel Economy, Odometer, Trip Meter A, Outside Temperature ■ Switching the Display Press the Instrument Panel (SEL/RESET) knob...
...Temperature ■ Odometer Shows the total number of the items on the information display also appear on the multi-information display. They also change the display. Instant Fuel Economy, Average Fuel B, Trip Meter B, Outside Temperature Engine Oil Life Some of miles or kilometers that your ...and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges. 1 Switching the Display Each time you press the knob, the information display changes as follows: Instant Fuel Economy, Odometer, Trip Meter A, Outside Temperature ■ Switching the Display Press the Instrument Panel (SEL/RESET) knob...
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uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * Multi-Information Display * Shows useful information, such as audio status. Instrument Panel Audio/HFL * display 123456 Display Button Full size analogue clock/ Wallpaper Fuel consumption Black screen * Not available on all models Continued 83 It also displays the compass direction * and clock. ■ Switching the Display Press the (display) button to change the display.
uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * Multi-Information Display * Shows useful information, such as audio status. Instrument Panel Audio/HFL * display 123456 Display Button Full size analogue clock/ Wallpaper Fuel consumption Black screen * Not available on all models Continued 83 It also displays the compass direction * and clock. ■ Switching the Display Press the (display) button to change the display.
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Changes the displayed language. Changes the color of customizable options Setup Group Vehicle Information Adjust Clock*1 Select Wallpaper Import Wallpaper Delete Wallpaper Customize Settings Display Setup Trip Meter Item to ...
Changes the displayed language. Changes the color of customizable options Setup Group Vehicle Information Adjust Clock*1 Select Wallpaper Import Wallpaper Delete Wallpaper Customize Settings Display Setup Trip Meter Item to ...
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... you close the driver's door. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * Setup Group Customizable Features Adjust Outside Temp. Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on after you close the doors. Changes the timing for the headlights to come on and off. Turns the ambient meter feature on...Light Dimming Time Lighting Setup Headlight Auto Off Timer Auto Light Sensitivity 60sec/30sec/15sec*1/0sec Max/High/Mid/Low/Min*1 *1: Default Setting 90 Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A, average fuel economy A, average speed A, and elapsed time A.
... you close the driver's door. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * Setup Group Customizable Features Adjust Outside Temp. Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on after you close the doors. Changes the timing for the headlights to come on and off. Turns the ambient meter feature on...Light Dimming Time Lighting Setup Headlight Auto Off Timer Auto Light Sensitivity 60sec/30sec/15sec*1/0sec Max/High/Mid/Low/Min*1 *1: Default Setting 90 Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A, average fuel economy A, average speed A, and elapsed time A.
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...or ignition key. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * Setup Group Customizable Features Auto Door Lock Door Lock Mode Description Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. Selectable settings Off/With Vehicle Speed*1/ Shift from (P Driver Door*1/All Doors Instrument ...Panel Customize Settings Door Setup Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature. Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and the security system to (P / Driver Door with IGN...
...or ignition key. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * Setup Group Customizable Features Auto Door Lock Door Lock Mode Description Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. Selectable settings Off/With Vehicle Speed*1/ Shift from (P Driver Door*1/All Doors Instrument ...Panel Customize Settings Door Setup Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature. Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and the security system to (P / Driver Door with IGN...
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... selection. The display returns to make the adjustment. 5. Select Set with the / button, then press the SOURCE button to change the setting between 12 H and 24 H. 4. uThe display will reset to change (12/24 hour mode, hour, minute). Rotate to Adjust Clock. Press the SETUP button to go back to select. button...
... selection. The display returns to make the adjustment. 5. Select Set with the / button, then press the SOURCE button to change the setting between 12 H and 24 H. 4. uThe display will reset to change (12/24 hour mode, hour, minute). Rotate to Adjust Clock. Press the SETUP button to go back to select. button...
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..., and the security system sets. You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 Twice: u The remaining doors and tailgate unlock. You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 If the interior light switch is open a door within five seconds after 30 seconds.
..., and the security system sets. You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 Twice: u The remaining doors and tailgate unlock. You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 If the interior light switch is open a door within five seconds after 30 seconds.
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uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Your vehicle locks all models You can turn off or change to another auto door locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock switch. 2 Customizing the Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking Setting * P. 107...9632; Drive lock mode All doors and tailgate lock when the vehicle's speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). You can turn off or change to another auto door locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information display. 2 Customized Features P. 86 106 * Not available on all doors and ...
uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Your vehicle locks all models You can turn off or change to another auto door locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock switch. 2 Customizing the Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking Setting * P. 107...9632; Drive lock mode All doors and tailgate lock when the vehicle's speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). You can turn off or change to another auto door locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information display. 2 Customized Features P. 86 106 * Not available on all doors and ...
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...; The hood and tailgate are closed. • All doors are locked with the lock tab or the master door lock switch. When the blinking interval changes after you press the panic button for approximately one second, the following conditions have set the security system alarm, the security alarm may go off...
...; The hood and tailgate are closed. • All doors are locked with the lock tab or the master door lock switch. When the blinking interval changes after you press the panic button for approximately one second, the following conditions have set the security system alarm, the security alarm may go off...
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... is in the front of the moonroof before opening or closing the moonroof on the center of the moonroof. ■ Tilting the moonroof up to change directions, then stop the moonroof midway, touch the switch briefly. ■ Manual operation To open and close : Push the switch forward firmly, then release. Opening...
... is in the front of the moonroof before opening or closing the moonroof on the center of the moonroof. ■ Tilting the moonroof up to change directions, then stop the moonroof midway, touch the switch briefly. ■ Manual operation To open and close : Push the switch forward firmly, then release. Opening...
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...the lights turn off . uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches ■ Automatic Lighting Control * Automatic lighting control can change the auto light sensitivity setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 1 Automatic Lighting Control * We recommend that you turn on the lights manually when... ignition switch to AUTO, the headlights and other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn on reminder chime. u You can change the headlight auto off automatically depending on the ambient brightness. If you open the driver's door, you turn the light switch to...
...the lights turn off . uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches ■ Automatic Lighting Control * Automatic lighting control can change the auto light sensitivity setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 1 Automatic Lighting Control * We recommend that you turn on the lights manually when... ignition switch to AUTO, the headlights and other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn on reminder chime. u You can change the headlight auto off automatically depending on the ambient brightness. If you open the driver's door, you turn the light switch to...
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... delay Do not use washer. ■ MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI) Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of the wipe interval shortens. Use the defroster to the windshield, becoming stuck. When you . When the...
... delay Do not use washer. ■ MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI) Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of the wipe interval shortens. Use the defroster to the windshield, becoming stuck. When you . When the...