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All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-T0A-6000 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. 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. -
All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-T0A-6000 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. 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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...353 2 Information P. 363 Specifications P. 364 Emissions Testing P. 369 Identification Numbers P. 366 Warranty Coverages P. 371 This owner's manual covers all , models. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . You may... not have some , but not all models of your particular model. This owner's manual is sold in the United States and Canada. 2 Safe Driving P. 25 For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat...
...353 2 Information P. 363 Specifications P. 364 Emissions Testing P. 369 Identification Numbers P. 366 Warranty Coverages P. 371 This owner's manual covers all , models. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . You may... not have some , but not all models of your particular model. This owner's manual is sold in the United States and Canada. 2 Safe Driving P. 25 For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat...
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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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...) Quick Reference Guide ❙ Coat Hook (P 142) ❙ Grab Handle ❙ Rear Seat (P 135) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 59) * Not available on all models 5
...) Quick Reference Guide ❙ Coat Hook (P 142) ❙ Grab Handle ❙ Rear Seat (P 135) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 59) * Not available on all models 5
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Green: Fuel efficient driving Yellow: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration ● The ambient meter color changes in accordance with your driving style. ECON Mode Indicator (P 77) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed. * Not available on all models 7 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.
Green: Fuel efficient driving Yellow: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration ● The ambient meter color changes in accordance with your driving style. ECON Mode Indicator (P 77) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed. * Not available on all models 7 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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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 ...
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 ...
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... See the navigation system manual for complete details. Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:53 will reset to 2:00 Models with navigation system Clock (P 98) Models without navigation system a b c Press the CLOCK (AUX) button until the clock display begins to set the time. Press Preset ...nearest hour. To set the time to the nearest hour: Press and hold the CLOCK button until the displayed time begins flashing. Models with navigation system / (Fan Control) Buttons The navigation system receives signals from floor and windshield defroster vents. Air flows from dashboard ...
... See the navigation system manual for complete details. Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:53 will reset to 2:00 Models with navigation system Clock (P 98) Models without navigation system a b c Press the CLOCK (AUX) button until the clock display begins to set the time. Press Preset ...nearest hour. To set the time to the nearest hour: Press and hold the CLOCK button until the displayed time begins flashing. Models with navigation system / (Fan Control) Buttons The navigation system receives signals from floor and windshield defroster vents. Air flows from dashboard ...
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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 PHONE Button Selector Knob ● (+ / (- Press and hold to the beginning of the next song or return to change a folder. * Not available on all models 15 Button Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the preset station...
... Button PHONE Button Selector Knob ● (+ / (- Press and hold to the beginning of the next song or return to change a folder. * Not available on all models 15 Button Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the preset station...
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Instruct children not to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can result in serious injury or death. models) and has labels on these labels. 2 Safety Labels P. 68 55 Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. uu Child Safety u Protecting Child ...
Instruct children not to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can result in serious injury or death. models) and has labels on these labels. 2 Safety Labels P. 68 55 Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. uu Child Safety u Protecting Child ...
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..., and the belt is not twisted. 6. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by rocking it forward and back and side to side; Continued 61 All models Safe Driving Tether Strap Hook 7.
..., and the belt is not twisted. 6. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by rocking it forward and back and side to side; Continued 61 All models Safe Driving Tether Strap Hook 7.
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If you must drive with the tailgate open, open all models 67 Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. Set the temperature control to high. 4. Breathing it can quickly fill up with the engine running. Even ...
If you must drive with the tailgate open, open all models 67 Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. Set the temperature control to high. 4. Breathing it can quickly fill up with the engine running. Even ...
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Read these labels carefully. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for the U.S. models only Safe Driving Canadian models Doorjambs U.S. models Dashboard U.S. models Sun Visor U.S. models only Canadian models Radiator Cap 68 Safety Labels Label Locations These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Sun Visor U.S. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement.
Read these labels carefully. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for the U.S. models only Safe Driving Canadian models Doorjambs U.S. models Dashboard U.S. models Sun Visor U.S. models only Canadian models Radiator Cap 68 Safety Labels Label Locations These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Sun Visor U.S. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement.
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Instrument Panel This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used while driving. Indicators ...70 Gauges and Displays Gauges...79 Information Display...80 Multi-Information Display *...83 * Not available on all models 69
Instrument Panel This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used while driving. Indicators ...70 Gauges and Displays Gauges...79 Information Display...80 Multi-Information Display *...83 * Not available on all models 69
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... on while driving - Turn off the heating and cooling system */climate control system * system and rear defogger in (D . ● 2 Shifting P. 263 * Not available on all models Continued 71 Comes on when you press the (d button while the shift lever is in order to reduce electricity consumption. 2 If the Charging System Indicator...
... on while driving - Turn off the heating and cooling system */climate control system * system and rear defogger in (D . ● 2 Shifting P. 263 * Not available on all models Continued 71 Comes on when you press the (d button while the shift lever is in order to reduce electricity consumption. 2 If the Charging System Indicator...
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... - Seat belt tensioner Comes on if a problem with any other time, there is detected: - The system is overheated. Blinks while driving - Comes on at all models Continued 73 Side airbag system - the engine drives the front wheels only in this indicator on, your vehicle to ON (w , then goes off. If it...
... - Seat belt tensioner Comes on if a problem with any other time, there is detected: - The system is overheated. Blinks while driving - Comes on at all models Continued 73 Side airbag system - the engine drives the front wheels only in this indicator on, your vehicle to ON (w , then goes off. If it...
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... signal lever. uu Indicators u Indicator Name ● On/Blinking The turn signal indicators blink when you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and all models
... signal lever. uu Indicators u Indicator Name ● On/Blinking The turn signal indicators blink when you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and all models
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... occur. uu Indicators u Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off . Comes on all models Continued 77
... occur. uu Indicators u Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off . Comes on all models Continued 77
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... P. 265 ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. Comes on when washer fluid gets low. Comes on all models Comes on when the scheduled maintenance is due soon. ● Refill washer fluid. 2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 308 ● Maintenance Minder Indicator ● 2 Maintenance Minder...
... P. 265 ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. Comes on when washer fluid gets low. Comes on all models Comes on when the scheduled maintenance is due soon. ● Refill washer fluid. 2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 308 ● Maintenance Minder Indicator ● 2 Maintenance Minder...
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Instrument Panel Use the multi-information display's customized features to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect. Models with multi-information display ■ Adjusting the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada). 1 Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is less than 19 mph (30 ...
Instrument Panel Use the multi-information display's customized features to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect. Models with multi-information display ■ Adjusting the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada). 1 Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is less than 19 mph (30 ...