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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 web use. This manual will be formatted for printing instead of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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 web use. This manual will be formatted for printing instead of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year.
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... Mode buttons ( / / / ) to adjust the temperature. Rotate the temperature control dial to select the vents air flows from. Press the button to defrost the windshield. Use the button for maximum cool setting. Button Button Button Button (Windshield Defroster) Button (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button Quick Reference Guide Fan Control Dial...
... Mode buttons ( / / / ) to adjust the temperature. Rotate the temperature control dial to select the vents air flows from. Press the button to defrost the windshield. Use the button for maximum cool setting. Button Button Button Button (Windshield Defroster) Button (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button Quick Reference Guide Fan Control Dial...
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... in (D . Drive (D3) Press the (d button while the shift lever is not locked. Park Turn off or start the engine. Second Used to move out of (P . Drive Normal driving. Used when: •Going up or down hills •Towing a trailer in 1st gear) Release Button Shift Lever (d Button Depress the brake pedal...
... in (D . Drive (D3) Press the (d button while the shift lever is not locked. Park Turn off or start the engine. Second Used to move out of (P . Drive Normal driving. Used when: •Going up or down hills •Towing a trailer in 1st gear) Release Button Shift Lever (d Button Depress the brake pedal...
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... clicks at least once. 17 b Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. ● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press -/SET once you have received the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h). VSA® OFF...
... clicks at least once. 17 b Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. ● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press -/SET once you have received the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h). VSA® OFF...
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Overheating (P 351) ● Park in the cargo area. (P 347) (P 339) Engine Won't Start ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. Emergency Towing Blown Fuse (P 357) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate. (P 360) ● Call a professional towing service ...
Overheating (P 351) ● Park in the cargo area. (P 347) (P 339) Engine Won't Start ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. Emergency Towing Blown Fuse (P 357) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate. (P 360) ● Call a professional towing service ...
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Why does the beeper sound when I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter? If you do not open the driver's door? Why do the doors lock after I start driving? Quick Reference Guide The beeper sounds when: ...
Why does the beeper sound when I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter? If you do not open the driver's door? Why do the doors lock after I start driving? Quick Reference Guide The beeper sounds when: ...
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...and birth defects or other reproductive harm. no data are recorded. California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may apply. This information is needed. and, • How fast the vehicle was depressing the accelerator ...technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may not be combined with service-related devices that have the special equipment, can be used to the vehicle manufacturer, other property, or the environment. 22 In addition to verify emissions law requirements and/or help you ...
...and birth defects or other reproductive harm. no data are recorded. California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may apply. This information is needed. and, • How fast the vehicle was depressing the accelerator ...technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may not be combined with service-related devices that have the special equipment, can be used to the vehicle manufacturer, other property, or the environment. 22 In addition to verify emissions law requirements and/or help you ...
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...You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you make informed decisions about all the hazards associated with important safety information - You must use this vehicle safely is very important. how to potential hazards that could hurt you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you... or others , is an important responsibility. such as Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section - This information alerts you to use your vehicle. please read it is filled with operating or maintaining your own good judgement. A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the...
...You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you make informed decisions about all the hazards associated with important safety information - You must use this vehicle safely is very important. how to potential hazards that could hurt you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you... or others , is an important responsibility. such as Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section - This information alerts you to use your vehicle. please read it is filled with operating or maintaining your own good judgement. A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the...
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...to be restrained in this manual. ■ Don't drink and drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat. ■ Be aware of airbag hazards While airbags can save lives, they can... reduce your ability to respond to use of collisions. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Be sure to them, or are at...
...to be restrained in this manual. ■ Don't drink and drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat. ■ Be aware of airbag hazards While airbags can save lives, they can... reduce your ability to respond to use of collisions. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Be sure to them, or are at...
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... rate than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. It allows you can anticipate problems earlier. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for use only on pavement. uu For Safe Driving u Important Handling Information Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for off...
... rate than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. It allows you can anticipate problems earlier. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for use only on pavement. uu For Safe Driving u Important Handling Information Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for off...
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... a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that work together to injuries if they are not used properly. Safe Driving 6 10 7 8 10 11 7 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Safety Cage Crush Zones Seats and Seat-Backs Head Restraints Collapsible Steering Column Seat Belts Front...
... a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that work together to injuries if they are not used properly. Safe Driving 6 10 7 8 10 11 7 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Safety Cage Crush Zones Seats and Seat-Backs Head Restraints Collapsible Steering Column Seat Belts Front...
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... with the center of your head. Head restraints are adjusted as far to the rear as well. 2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 34 • Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to the proper position. Confirm that any passengers are properly belted as possible while allowing the driver to control...
... with the center of your head. Head restraints are adjusted as far to the rear as well. 2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 34 • Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to the proper position. Confirm that any passengers are properly belted as possible while allowing the driver to control...
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... device because they keep you can take advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags. The rear seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats. 2 Installing a Child Seat with emergency locking retractors. In addition, seat belts help keep you connected to wear seat belts. ■ Lap/shoulder...
... device because they keep you can take advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags. The rear seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats. 2 Installing a Child Seat with emergency locking retractors. In addition, seat belts help keep you connected to wear seat belts. ■ Lap/shoulder...
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This could be very seriously injured in that position for proper use: • All occupants should never use . The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver's and front passenger's seat belts are fastened. 1 Seat Belt ..., a beeper will sound and the indicator will not come on the seat belts. Safe Driving ■ Seat Belt Reminder Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use the same seat belt. Then refasten the belt. If the driver does not fasten the belt before the driver's seat belt is because the weight...
This could be very seriously injured in that position for proper use: • All occupants should never use . The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver's and front passenger's seat belts are fastened. 1 Seat Belt ..., a beeper will sound and the indicator will not come on the seat belts. Safe Driving ■ Seat Belt Reminder Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use the same seat belt. Then refasten the belt. If the driver does not fasten the belt before the driver's seat belt is because the weight...
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... the occupant in the seat: 2 Adjusting the Seats P. 128 Pull out slowly. Pull the seat belt out slowly. u Make sure that the belt is secure. Using a seat belt that does not appear to make sure the buckle is not twisted or caught on anything. Safe Driving Latch Plate 2. Correct Seated Posture...
... the occupant in the seat: 2 Adjusting the Seats P. 128 Pull out slowly. Pull the seat belt out slowly. u Make sure that the belt is secure. Using a seat belt that does not appear to make sure the buckle is not twisted or caught on anything. Safe Driving Latch Plate 2. Correct Seated Posture...
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Line up the triangle marks on the side of serious injury or death in the ceiling. 3 WARNING Using the seat belt with Detachable Anchor 1. Make sure the seat belt is correctly latched. Insert the latch plate into the slot on the small latch ... the buckle. Attach the belt to the anchor buckle. 3. Properly fasten the seat belt the same way you fasten the lap/shoulder seat belt. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is not twisted. Latch Plate 2. Small Latch Plate 36 Pull out the seat belt's small latch plate...
Line up the triangle marks on the side of serious injury or death in the ceiling. 3 WARNING Using the seat belt with Detachable Anchor 1. Make sure the seat belt is correctly latched. Insert the latch plate into the slot on the small latch ... the buckle. Attach the belt to the anchor buckle. 3. Properly fasten the seat belt the same way you fasten the lap/shoulder seat belt. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is not twisted. Latch Plate 2. Small Latch Plate 36 Pull out the seat belt's small latch plate...
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... each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. • Check that the latches work properly when needed. Only use bleach or cleaning solvents. Do not use a mild soap and warm water. Check your seat belts inspected by a dealer after any problem corrected as soon as possible. Any belt...
... each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. • Check that the latches work properly when needed. Only use bleach or cleaning solvents. Do not use a mild soap and warm water. Check your seat belts inspected by a dealer after any problem corrected as soon as possible. Any belt...
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... control unit that detects whether the vehicle is about the sensors, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of the seatbacks. The front passenger's airbag will inflate with your airbag...
... control unit that detects whether the vehicle is about the sensors, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of the seatbacks. The front passenger's airbag will inflate with your airbag...
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... Airbags u Airbag Care Airbag Care You do not need to, and should have your dealer inspect the following situations: 1 Airbag Care We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit. vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 888...
... Airbags u Airbag Care Airbag Care You do not need to, and should have your dealer inspect the following situations: 1 Airbag Care We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit. vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 888...
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... infants and children be seriously injured or killed in a child seat. Children should be properly restrained with the driver's ability to interfere with a seat belt, using a booster seat if necessary. Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers Each year, many children are injured or killed in a rear seat.
... infants and children be seriously injured or killed in a child seat. Children should be properly restrained with the driver's ability to interfere with a seat belt, using a booster seat if necessary. Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers Each year, many children are injured or killed in a rear seat.