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EnglishTaking Care of the Unexpected for your Honda CR-V 2006-2010
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more
Compact Spare Tire....................... 382
Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 383
If the Engine Won’t Start.............. 388
Jump Starting ................................. 390
If the Engine Overheats ............... 392
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......... 394
Charging System Indicator........... 394
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 395
Brake System Indicator ................ 396
Fuses ............................................... 397
Fuse Locations............................... 401
Emergency Towing....................... 403
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you information about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.
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Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced,
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare tire.
INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is
the same make and model.
Check the air pressure of the
compact spare tire every time you
check the other tires. It should be
inflated to:
The low tire pressure indicator
comes on and stays on after you
replace the flat tire with the
compact spare tire. After several
miles (kilometers) driving with the
compact spare tire, the TPMS
indicator comes on and the low
tire pressure indicator goes off.
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
Follow these precautions:
Replace the tire when you can see
the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
and design tire, mounted on the
same wheel. The spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the spare wheel is not
designed for mounting a regular tire.
Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road
surfaces. Use greater caution
while driving.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If you have a flat tire while driving,
stop in a safe place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.
SPARE TIRE
STRAP
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
TOOLS
FLOOR LID
JACK
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
2. Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
3. Open the tailgate. Raise the cargo
area floor lid by lifting up with the
strap, and remove it from cargo
area by disengaging the tabs.
When you store the flat tire in the
spare tire well, do not reinstall the
cargo area floor lid forcibly. This
will damage the tabs on the lid.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
the trailer.
4. Take the tool kit out of the spare
tire.
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Changing a Flat Tire
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
JACKING POINT
JACK
5. Take the jack out of the spare tire
area.
7. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn
with the wheel nut wrench.
8. Place the jack under the jacking
point nearest the tire you need to
change. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the jacking point tab is
Turn the jack’s end bracket
counterclockwise to loosen it, then
remove the jack by lifting it
straight up.
resting in the jack notch.
6. Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
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Changing a Flat Tire
12. Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel nut wrench
until the wheel is firmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten the
wheel nuts fully.
13. Lower the vehicle to the ground,
and remove the jack.
EXTENSION
BRAKE HUB
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
9. Use the extension and the wheel
nut wrench as shown to raise the
vehicle until the flat tire is off the
ground.
11. Before mounting the spare tire,
wipe any dirt off the mounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully; it may be hot from
driving.
10. Remove the wheel nuts, then
remove the flat tire. Handle the
wheel nuts carefully; they may be
hot from driving. Place the flat tire
on the ground with the outside
surface facing up.
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Changing a Flat Tire
WING BOLT
For spare For normal
tire tire
CENTER CAP
SPACER CONE
14. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
Except LX model
16. Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
the same crisscross pattern. Have 15. Remove the center cap before
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
facility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
storing the flat tire.
17. Remove the spacer cone from the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
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Changing a Flat Tire
19. Store the jack in its holder. Turn
the jack’s end bracket to lock it in
place. Store the tools, and place
the cover on the flat tire of the
cargo area.
22. Your vehicle’s original tire has a
tire pressure monitoring system
sensor. To replace a tire, refer to
Changing a Tire with TPMS (see
page 328 ).
SPACER CONE
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
TAB
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
To remove the spacer cone, squeeze
the tabs on the wing bolt to
disengage it from the center of the
spacer cone, then pull the bolt
downward.
20. Store the center cap in the spare
tire well. Make sure it does not get
scratched or damaged.
To install the wing bolt to the spacer
cone, reverse this procedure.
21. Close the tailgate.
18. Secure the flat tire by screwing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
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If the Engine Won’t Start
Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start falls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position:
Nothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
When you turn the ignition switch to
the START (III) position, you do not
hear the normal noise of the engine
trying to start. You may hear a
clicking sound, a series of clicks, or
nothing at all.
Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. If the
headlights do not dim, check the
condition of the fuses. If the fuses
are OK, there is probably
something wrong with the
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
electrical circuit for the ignition
switch or starter motor. You will
need a qualified technician to
determine the problem. See
Emergency Towing on page 403 .
Check these things:
Check the transmission interlock.
The transmission must be in Park
or neutral or the starter will not
operate.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
faster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is
discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page 376 ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page 390 ).
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. Turn on the
headlights, and check their
brightness. If the headlights are
very dim or do not come on at all,
the battery is discharged. See
Jump Starting on page 390 .
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If the Engine Won’t Start
The Starter Operates Normally
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page 397 ).
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page 63 ).
If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See Emergency
Towing on page 403 .
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to Starting the
Engine on page 314 .
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Jump Starting
Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
1. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or frozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can freeze.
Attempting to jump start with a frozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
BOOSTER BATTERY
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
2. Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, climate
control, audio system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake.
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it.
3. Connect one jumper cable to the
positive (＋) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive (＋) terminal on the
booster battery.
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Jump Starting
5. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
6. Start your vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
7. Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable from
your vehicle, then from the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable from your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
4. Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative (－) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the stud bolt on the
engine side as shown. Do not
connect this jumper cable to any
other part of the engine.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
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If the Engine Overheats
The reading of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
3. If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge reading comes down to the
midpoint, then continue driving.
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming from under the hood.
1. Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn off all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.
4. If the temperature gauge reading
stays at the red mark, turn off the
engine.
Driving with the temperature gauge
reading at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
2. If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn
off the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
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If the Engine Overheats
5. Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
continue driving (see Emergency
Towing on page 403 ).
9. Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
‘‘
’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the filler
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and refilled with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
6. If you don’t find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
8. Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
7. If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
before checking the radiator.
10. Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see Emergency
Towing on page 403 ).
11. If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
1. Safely pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Charging System
Indicator
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page 298 ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
3. If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page 349 ).
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn off
the engine as soon as you can safely get 4. Start the engine, and watch the oil
the vehicle stopped.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
pressure indicator. If it does not go assistance.
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see Emergency Towing on page
403 ).
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If the indicator comes on
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn off as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
these codes may be erased. It can
take several days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may feel no difference in
your vehicle’s performance, it can
reduce your fuel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
operation may cause serious damage. If you keep driving with the
malfunction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
position, without starting the engine.
The malfunction indicator lamp will
come on for 20 seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks five times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to Emissions Testing for
more information (see page 419 ).
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it
clicks at least once. Tightening the
cap will not turn the indicator off
immediately; it can take several days
of normal driving.
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
The malfunction indicator lamp may
also come on with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
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Brake System Indicator
U.S.
Canada
However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicator, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and as
a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
fully release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake fluid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal.
If it does, check the brake fluid level
the next time you stop at a service
station (see page 357 ).
Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see Emergency
Towing on page 403 ).
If the fluid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully.
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Fuses
INTERIOR
INTERIOR (Auxiliary)
LID
UNDER-HOOD
TAB
TAB
FUSE
FUSES
FUSE LABEL
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in
three fuse boxes.
The auxiliary fuse box is located
next to the interior fuse box.
The under-hood fuse box is on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.
The interior fuse box is located
under the dashboard on the driver’s
side. The fuse label is attached
under the steering column.
To open the fuse box lid, pull the tab
in the direction as shown in the
illustration.
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Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check for a
blown fuse first. Determine from the
chart on pages 401 and 402 , or the
diagram on the fuse box lid, which
fuse or fuses control that device.
Check those fuses first, but check all
the fuses before deciding that a
blown fuse is the cause. Replace any
blown fuses, and check if the device
works.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
FUSE
BLOWN
accessories are off.
2. Remove the cover from the fuse
box.
3. Check each of the large fuses in
the under-hood fuse box by
looking through the side window
at the wire inside. Removing these
fuses requires a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
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Fuses
FUSE
BLOWN
BLOWN
FUSE PULLER
4. Check the smaller fuses in the
under-hood fuse box and all the
fuses in the interior fuse box by
pulling out each one with the fuse
puller provided on the back of the
under-hood fuse box cover.
5. Look for a blown wire inside the
fuse. If it is blown, replace it with
one of the spare fuses of the same
rating or lower.
Your vehicle has spare fuses on
the back of the under-hood fuse
box cover.
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Fuses
If you cannot drive the vehicle
without fixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
from one of the other circuits. Make
sure you can do without that circuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown fuse with a
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
fuse with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
6. If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem in your vehicle.
Leave the blown fuse in that
circuit and have your vehicle
checked by a qualified technician.
Replacing a fuse with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement fuse with the proper rating
for the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
If the radio fuse is removed, the
audio system will disable itself. The
next time you turn on the radio you
may see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
frequency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the digit code (see
page 258 ).
On vehicles with a navigation system,
touch the appropriate icon to enter
the code number (see page 258 ).
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