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This manual will be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications 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 manual will be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications 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. -
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Honda Motor Co., Ltd. This owner's manual covers all , models. Images throughout this publication were in this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and ...
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. This owner's manual covers all , models. Images throughout this publication were in this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and ...
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Contents Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 67 Safety Labels P. 68 P. 2 P. 25 P. 69 P. 97 P. 155 P. 245 P. 285 P. 339 P. 363 P. 375 Safe Driving Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 110 Security System P. 112 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 138 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 126 Heating and Cooling System* P. 148 Instrument Panel Controls Rear Entertainment System * P. 193 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® * P. 214 Audio Error Messages P. 205 Compass * P. ...
Contents Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 67 Safety Labels P. 68 P. 2 P. 25 P. 69 P. 97 P. 155 P. 245 P. 285 P. 339 P. 363 P. 375 Safe Driving Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 110 Security System P. 112 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 138 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 126 Heating and Cooling System* P. 148 Instrument Panel Controls Rear Entertainment System * P. 193 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® * P. 214 Audio Error Messages P. 205 Compass * P. ...
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Quick Reference Guide Visual Index ❙ ECON Button (P 125) ❙ System Indicators (P 70) ❙ Gauges (P 79) ❙ Information Display (P 80) ❙ Multi-Information Display * (P 83) ❙ Audio Display * ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System (P 156) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual Quick Reference Guide ❙ Heating and Cooling System * (P 148) ❙ Climate Control System * (P 151) ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 124) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P 124) ❙ Ignition Switch (P 117) ❙ Steering Wheel ...
Quick Reference Guide Visual Index ❙ ECON Button (P 125) ❙ System Indicators (P 70) ❙ Gauges (P 79) ❙ Information Display (P 80) ❙ Multi-Information Display * (P 83) ❙ Audio Display * ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System (P 156) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual Quick Reference Guide ❙ Heating and Cooling System * (P 148) ❙ Climate Control System * (P 151) ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 124) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P 124) ❙ Ignition Switch (P 117) ❙ Steering Wheel ...
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❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 118) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120) ❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P 80) ❙ Brightness Control (P 123) ❙ (Display) Button * (P 83) ❙ Wipers/Washers (P 121) ❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P 265) ❙ Horn (Press an area around () See Navigation System Manual Quick Reference Guide .) ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons * (P 214) ❙ MENU Button * (P 86) ❙ SOURCE Button (P 86 Buttons (P 86) * Not available on all models 3
❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 118) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120) ❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P 80) ❙ Brightness Control (P 123) ❙ (Display) Button * (P 83) ❙ Wipers/Washers (P 121) ❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P 265) ❙ Horn (Press an area around () See Navigation System Manual Quick Reference Guide .) ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons * (P 214) ❙ MENU Button * (P 86) ❙ SOURCE Button (P 86 Buttons (P 86) * Not available on all models 3
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Visual Index ❙ Power Window Switches (P 114) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 105) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 127) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P 126) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 42) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 358) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 42) Quick Reference Guide ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P 262) ❙ Glove Box (P 139) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 141) ❙ Parking Brake (P 273) ❙ Hood Release Handle (P 298) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 280) ❙ Driver's Pocket 4 ❙ Seat Heater Switches...
Visual Index ❙ Power Window Switches (P 114) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 105) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 127) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P 126) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 42) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 358) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 42) Quick Reference Guide ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P 262) ❙ Glove Box (P 139) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 141) ❙ Parking Brake (P 273) ❙ Hood Release Handle (P 298) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 280) ❙ Driver's Pocket 4 ❙ Seat Heater Switches...
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❙ Cargo Area Light (P 138) ❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 62) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 63) ❙ Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor (P 36) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 49) ❙ Rear Entertainment System * (P 193) ❙ Ceiling Light (P 138) ❙ Seat Belts (P 31) ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 116) ❙ Map Lights (P 138) ❙ Sunglasses Holder (P 144) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Accessory Power Socket * (P 141) ❙ USB Adapter Cable (P 157) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P 157) ❙ ...
❙ Cargo Area Light (P 138) ❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 62) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 63) ❙ Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor (P 36) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 49) ❙ Rear Entertainment System * (P 193) ❙ Ceiling Light (P 138) ❙ Seat Belts (P 31) ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 116) ❙ Map Lights (P 138) ❙ Sunglasses Holder (P 144) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Accessory Power Socket * (P 141) ❙ USB Adapter Cable (P 157) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P 157) ❙ ...
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Visual Index ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 297) ❙ Audio Antenna (P 158) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 121, 316) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 127) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 102) ❙ Headlights (P 118, 309) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 118, 312) ❙ Side Marker Lights (P 118, 311) ❙ Tires (P 320, 341) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120, 310) ❙ How to Refuel (P 280) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 315) ❙ Rear Wiper (P 122, 318) ❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P 110) Quick Reference Guide ❙ Tailgate Release ...
Visual Index ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 297) ❙ Audio Antenna (P 158) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 121, 316) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 127) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 102) ❙ Headlights (P 118, 309) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 118, 312) ❙ Side Marker Lights (P 118, 311) ❙ Tires (P 320, 341) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120, 310) ❙ How to Refuel (P 280) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 315) ❙ Rear Wiper (P 122, 318) ❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P 110) Quick Reference Guide ❙ Tailgate Release ...
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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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Fasten your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly. Seat Belts (P 31) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat. ● Check that your lap belt as low as possible. 8 Before Driving Checklist (P 30) ● Before driving, check that contain carbon monoxide. Safe Driving Quick Reference Guide (P 25) Airbags (P 39) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision. Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 67) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that the front seats, ...
Fasten your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly. Seat Belts (P 31) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat. ● Check that your lap belt as low as possible. 8 Before Driving Checklist (P 30) ● Before driving, check that contain carbon monoxide. Safe Driving Quick Reference Guide (P 25) Airbags (P 39) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision. Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 67) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that the front seats, ...
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Tailgate Open Indicator ECON Mode Indicator Immobilizer System Indicator U.S. Tachometer Speedometer Security System Alarm Indicator Fuel Gauge Canada Cruise Main Indicator Cruise Control Indicator Maintenance Minder Indicator Washer Level Indicator * * Not available on all models System Indicators TPMS Indicator Low Tire Pressure Indicator Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Fog Light Indicator * Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Canada 9 Instrument Panel System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System ...
Tailgate Open Indicator ECON Mode Indicator Immobilizer System Indicator U.S. Tachometer Speedometer Security System Alarm Indicator Fuel Gauge Canada Cruise Main Indicator Cruise Control Indicator Maintenance Minder Indicator Washer Level Indicator * * Not available on all models System Indicators TPMS Indicator Low Tire Pressure Indicator Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Fog Light Indicator * Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Canada 9 Instrument Panel System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System ...
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Controls Quick Reference Guide Right (P 97) Turn Signals (P 118) Turn Signal Control Lever Lights (P 118) Light Control Switches Wipers and Washers (P 121) High Beam Low Beam Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring : Long Delay : Short Delay Flashing Left Pull toward you to spray washer fluid. MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe 10
Controls Quick Reference Guide Right (P 97) Turn Signals (P 118) Turn Signal Control Lever Lights (P 118) Light Control Switches Wipers and Washers (P 121) High Beam Low Beam Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring : Long Delay : Short Delay Flashing Left Pull toward you to spray washer fluid. MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe 10
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Tailgate (P 110) Power Windows (P 114) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w , open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the off position, each passenger's window switch is disabled. Power Window Lock Button Indicator Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 104) ● Pull either front door inner handle to adjust the mirror. Steering Wheel (P 125) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in the on position (indicator is on the tailgate to open it at the same time. ...
Tailgate (P 110) Power Windows (P 114) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w , open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the off position, each passenger's window switch is disabled. Power Window Lock Button Indicator Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 104) ● Pull either front door inner handle to adjust the mirror. Steering Wheel (P 125) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in the on position (indicator is on the tailgate to open it at the same time. ...
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Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to adjust the fan speed. Heating and Cooling System * (P 148) Rotate the fan control dial to turn the system off. Air flows from dashboard vents. Button Button Button Button (Windshield Defroster) Button (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button Quick Reference Guide Fan Control Dial Temperature Control Dial Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button (Recirculation) Button Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. 12 Air flows from . Press the Mode buttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from floor and dashboard vents. ...
Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to adjust the fan speed. Heating and Cooling System * (P 148) Rotate the fan control dial to turn the system off. Air flows from dashboard vents. Button Button Button Button (Windshield Defroster) Button (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button Quick Reference Guide Fan Control Dial Temperature Control Dial Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button (Recirculation) Button Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. 12 Air flows from . Press the Mode buttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from floor and dashboard vents. ...
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SYNC (Synchronized) Button (Windshield Defroster) Button Driver's Side Temperature Control Dial (On/Off) Button Passenger's Side Temperature Control Dial AUTO Button (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button (Recirculation) Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button MODE Control Button Air flows from floor and dashboard vents. Models with navigation system / (Fan Control) Buttons The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. * Not available on all models 13 Air flows from dashboard vents. Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:53...
SYNC (Synchronized) Button (Windshield Defroster) Button Driver's Side Temperature Control Dial (On/Off) Button Passenger's Side Temperature Control Dial AUTO Button (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button (Recirculation) Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button MODE Control Button Air flows from floor and dashboard vents. Models with navigation system / (Fan Control) Buttons The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. * Not available on all models 13 Air flows from dashboard vents. Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:53...
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Features Quick Reference Guide (P 155) Audio System (P 156) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual Models without multi-information display (P 159) (Power) Button CD Slot SCAN Button Preset Buttons (1-6) Button FM Button AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button (CD Eject) Button AUX Button CD Button SKIP/SEEK Button (Sound) Button Selector Knob SETUP Button Button 14
Features Quick Reference Guide (P 155) Audio System (P 156) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual Models without multi-information display (P 159) (Power) Button CD Slot SCAN Button Preset Buttons (1-6) Button FM Button AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button (CD Eject) Button AUX Button CD Button SKIP/SEEK Button (Sound) Button Selector Knob SETUP Button Button 14
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Button Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/CD/XM1 */XM2 */AUX. ● / Button Radio:Press and release to the beginning of the next song or return to change a folder. * Not available on all models 15 CD/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the current song. Button / Multi-Information Display Button Quick Reference Guide SOURCE Button (Power) Button CD Slot Button AM Button SCAN Button FM Button Button * FM/AM Button * Preset Buttons (1-6) (CD Eject) Button CD ...
Button Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/CD/XM1 */XM2 */AUX. ● / Button Radio:Press and release to the beginning of the next song or return to change a folder. * Not available on all models 15 CD/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the current song. Button / Multi-Information Display Button Quick Reference Guide SOURCE Button (Power) Button CD Slot Button AM Button SCAN Button FM Button Button * FM/AM Button * Preset Buttons (1-6) (CD Eject) Button CD ...
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Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. Drive (D3) Press the (d button while the shift lever is locked in 1st gear) Release Button Shift Lever (d Button Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move the shift lever. Second Used to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First Used to further increase engine braking (the transmission is in hilly terrain 16 Used when: •Going up or down hills •Towing a trailer in (D . Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Move the ...
Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. Drive (D3) Press the (d button while the shift lever is locked in 1st gear) Release Button Shift Lever (d Button Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move the shift lever. Second Used to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First Used to further increase engine braking (the transmission is in hilly terrain 16 Used when: •Going up or down hills •Towing a trailer in (D . Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Move the ...
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VSA® OFF Button (P 269) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. b Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on until you have received the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h). c Place the cap in the holder on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button ...
VSA® OFF Button (P 269) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. b Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on until you have received the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h). c Place the cap in the holder on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button ...
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Maintenance Quick Reference Guide (P 285) Under the Hood (P 297) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. Lights (P 309) ● Inspect all lights regularly. b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood. c 18 When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid. ● Check the battery condition monthly. Wiper Blades (P 316) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the ...
Maintenance Quick Reference Guide (P 285) Under the Hood (P 297) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. Lights (P 309) ● Inspect all lights regularly. b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood. c 18 When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid. ● Check the battery condition monthly. Wiper Blades (P 316) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the ...