2010 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual
2010 Honda CR-V Manual
2010 Honda CR-V manual content summary:
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2010 CR-V Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may 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. This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 2
manual covers all models of the CR-V. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle. ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 3
07/16 17:43:05 31SWA630_002 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Honda CR-V was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 4
permission of the vehicle owner. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 5
have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 6
CR-V has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems manual - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 7
control) ...129 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...293 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...311 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...339 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...381 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 8
for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 9
PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.10, 23) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.130) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.135) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.315) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.295) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.123) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.297) U.S. EX-L without navigation system is shown. : If equipped 3 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 10
) HORN 3 1 SHIFT LEVER (P.315) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.111) 2 CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.266) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 2 (P.269) 1: 2: 3: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped. Refer to the navigation system - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 11
...21 Seat Belt Maintenance ...22 Additional Information Indicator Works ...33 Airbag Service ...34 Additional Safety Precautions Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ...36 The Passenger's a Child Seat ...42 Installing a Child Seat ...43 Your Vehicle's Safety Features...8 Protecting Adults and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 12
All Children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be instructions and warnings in this manual. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 13
other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 341 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 14
(12) (6) (2) (2) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side passengers can't take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in the correct position and always wear your - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 15
properly. When properly worn, seat belts: Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle's built-in safety features. Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including: frontal impacts side impacts rear impacts rollovers Help keep you from being thrown against - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 16
09/07/16 17:45:15 31SWA630_015 Your Vehicle's Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a front seat passenger - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 17
/16 17:45:23 31SWA630_016 Your Vehicle's Safety Features The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. What you should do: Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult door and tailgate open indicator works. Your vehicle has the auto door locking/unlocking feature. For more information, see page 86 . Adjust the driver's seat as far - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 19
to adjust a front seat (power adjustment) and page 98 for a manual adjustment. Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 20
page 98 for how to adjust the manual adjustable seat-back, and page 97 for the power adjustable seat-back. Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint. Have passengers adjust their - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 21
in a crash. The seat belt in the center position of the back seat can be unlatched and retracted to allow the back seat to be folded up or down. This again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. CONTINUED If the seat belt touches - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 22
, and put on their seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safely parked and the engine is off. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if an occupant - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 23
the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag. Advice or death in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. If you are pregnant, the best way to protect - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 24
the cargo area or on top of a foldeddown back seat. If they do, they Do not put any accessories on seat belts. Devices intended to improve Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers. Objects on could be very seriously injured in a crash. Passengers should not stand up or change seats - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Any items under the front passenger's seat. Any object(s) hanging on the seat or in the seat-back pocket. Any object(s), such as a foldeddown back seat, that are touching the rear of the seat-back. If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Driver and Passenger Safety 19 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 26
belt, press the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across your body so that it retracts as far as needed. The lap/shoulder belt in the center seating position on the rear seat is equipped with a normally be latched whenever the seat-backs are in an upright position. For more information about - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 27
09/07/16 17:47:14 31SWA630_026 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 28
If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem (see page 365 ). Any belt that is not in good condition or working should be replaced as soon as possible. Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details. If a seat - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (9) Side Impact Sensors (First) (10) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (11) Front Passenger's Weight Sensor Unit/OPDS Sensors Control Unit (12) SRS - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 30
About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: (14) (16) Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' (see page 26 ). Two side - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 31
passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags, sensors, or seat belt tensioners (see page 32 ). A rollover sensor that can detect if your vehicle is about to roll over and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 32
09/07/16 17:48:01 31SWA630_031 Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within split second of each - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, severe crash, one stage will ignite first, then the second stage will ignite also dualthreshold airbags. Airbags with this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 34
purpose of this feature is to help cover the sensors, or put any objects or metal items under the front seats. Failure to follow these instructions of the impact. If there is a problem with the sensor, the SRS indicator will sensors under the seat. Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 35
turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off'' indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page 33 ). If the weight sensors detect passenger's seat. Moving the front seat forcibly back against cargo on the seat or floor behind it. Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 36
primarily to protect a child riding in the front passenger's seat. Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in front, if the position sensors is out of the airbag's deployment path, the system will turn the airbag back on, and the indicator will go out. There will be some delay between - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 37
vehicle. In a Rollover To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. Driver and Passenger Safety If the rollover sensor detects your vehicle is about to roll over, it signals the control unit, which - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 38
switch to the ON (II) position. If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you automatically shut off. It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags. U.S. Canada Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 39
seat, that are touching the rear of the seat-back. If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety U.S. Canada This indicator alerts you that the passenger's front airbag has been shut off because weight sensors detect about - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 40
your Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to liquid. If water or airbags do not inflate shop. The SRS indicator alerts you to a problem. Take your vehicle to an seat belts provide the accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 41
09/07/16 17:49:43 31SWA630_040 Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of the death of children aged 12 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting where children may ride. Children who ride in back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 43
's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. U.S. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 44
at risk. If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact, we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in a back seat. The back seat is far safer for a child than the front. Additional Safety Precautions Never hold an infant or child on your lap. If you are - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 45
or others. Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles. Keep vehicle keys/remote transmitters out of the reach of children. Even very young Driver and Passenger Safety children from accidentally falling out (see page 91 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 46
's front airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant. When properly installed, a rearfacing child seat may prevent the driver year old. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. 40 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 47
situations, we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front . Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front. Many states, Canadian provinces you are driving and follow the child seat instructions. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 48
secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into each rear seating position in the back seat. Since LATCH-compatible child seats are easier to install and reduce the possibility of improper installation, we recommend selecting this style. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 49
a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash. The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat. A forward-facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rearfacing child seats. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 50
the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH. The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. LOWER ANCHORS FOR BUTTON CENTER LATCH Using the Outer LATCH LOWER ANCHORS FOR OUTER LATCH When you install - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 51
as shown above. 4. Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. If equipped Remove the dual deck cargo shelf (see page 117 ). 6. Route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the legs of the head restraint, then attach the tether - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 52
to the seat maker's instructions. 8. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. 9. Reinstall the dual deck cargo shelf. Using the Center LATCH TETHER ANCHOR TETHER ANCHOR CENTER LOWER ANCHORS COVER TETHER STRAP HOOK To install a LATCH-compatible child - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 53
to install a child seat in the center seating instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle and remove any slack from the lap portion of the belt. 2. To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 54
09/07/16 17:52:17 31SWA630_053 Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch . To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt. 5. Push and pull the child seat forward and from - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 55
Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat. Each rear outside seating position has an anchorage point on the seatback, and the center seating position has an anchorage point in the ceiling near the tailgate. Since a tether can provide - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Installing a Child Seat Using the Center Anchor ANCHOR ANCHOR COVER TETHER STRAP HOOK 1. Remove the rear center head restraint, and store it in the cargo area. 2. After properly securing the child seat (see page 47 ), open the anchor cover. 3. Route the tether strap over the seat-back - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 57
, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear the lap/ shoulder belt. The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt inflates. If a child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 58
booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page 42 ) and that you follow the booster seat maker's instructions. A child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster. If a child - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 59
, be sure to: Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information. Move the vehicle seat to the rearmost position. Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor. Check that the child's seat belt - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 60
a seat belt across the neck. This could result Do not put any accessories on a seat belt. Devices intended to in serious neck injuries during a Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm. This could improve a child's comfort or reposition the shoulder - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 61
with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage. With the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate open, open all the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 62
. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement. DASHBOARD U.S. models only SUN VISOR U.S. models Canadian models SUN VISOR U.S. models only RADIATOR CAP 56 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 63
/16 17:54:10 31SWA630_062 Safety Labels DOORJAMBS U.S. models Canadian models DUAL DECK CARGO SHELF U.S. models Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian models Symbols on labels attached to your vehicle are to remind you to read this owner's manual for proper and safe operation of your vehicle. 57 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 64
09/07/16 17:54:12 31SWA630_063 58 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 65
...114 Interior Convenience Items ...116 Dual Deck Cargo Shelf ...117 Beverage Holders ...119 Center Table ...120 Lower Glove Box ...120 Upper Glove Box ...121 Vanity Mirror ...121 Sun Visor ...122 Sunglasses Holder ...122 Conversation Mirror ...123 Accessory Power Sockets...123 Console Compartment - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 66
CONTROLS (P.130) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.135) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.111) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.112) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.295) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.297) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.81) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.123) EX-L without navigation system is shown. : If equipped 60 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Panel CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.67) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.64) VSA OFF INDICATOR (P.64) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.66) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.62, 395) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.65) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.65) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 394) CHARGING - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 68
it stays on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page 396 . U.S. Canada Seat Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 69
switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be disabled (see page 83 ). Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 70
on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 71
may also be a problem with the high beam headlights. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer. Low Fuel Indicator This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there are about 2.3 U.S. gal (8.6 ) of fuel remaining in the tank. When the needle reaches - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 72
, call a professional towing service (see page 403 ). For II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS. With this lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the or position. If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the light - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 73
that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page 341 on the maintenance minder. This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service. Washer - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 74
09/07/16 17:56:08 31SWA630_073 Gauges INFORMATION DISPLAY OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR TACHOMETER INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY SPEEDOMETER ODOMETER/AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY/ CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGE TRIP METER U.S. model is shown. FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE SELECT/RESET KNOB 68 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 75
This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two fuel mileage, the second segment displays the odometer, average fuel mileage, range (estimated distance), engine oil life, and the lower segment displays the trip meter, and maintenance - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 76
This display shows the estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you have achieved over the last few miles (kilometers), so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic condition, etc. U.S. model is shown This display shows - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 77
alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the reading - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 78
affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This the select/ reset knob for 10 seconds. The display changes as shown above. Select the outside temperature indicator by turning 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada). 72 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 79
loose or missing, a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears on the information display after you start the engine. For more information, see page 296 . Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 80
194) SHIFT LEVER (P.315) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.80) HEATED MIRROR BUTTON 2 (P.115) 2 HORN 1 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES 2 (P.111) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.123) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON (P.266) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.81) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 2 (P.269) 1: 2: 3: To - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 81
the lever. Instruments and Controls ADJUSTMENT RING EX-L model is shown. INT The wipers operate the wipers run continuously. On all models except LX 1. MIST 2. OFF Intermittent 3. INT 4. LO to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 82
7 seconds after completing two sweeps. The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer. Turn Signal and Headlights EX-L model is shown. 1. Turn Signal 2. OFF 3. Parking and interior lights 4. AUTO 5. Headlights on 6. High Beams 7. Flash high beams : If equipped 76 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 83
as you hold the lever back. EX-L models only AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it senses low ambient light. Instruments and Controls To turn on automatic lighting, turn the light switch to AUTO. The lights will come on automatically - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 84
period (a week or more). You should also turn off the lights if you plan to leave the engine idling or off for a long time. LIGHT SENSOR The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on top of the dashboard. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on it. Daytime Running - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 85
PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB You can change the instrument panel brightness only when the light switch is on. Turn the will cancel the reduced brightness. Push the button between the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 86
automatic air conditioning system The defogger will shut itself off within about 10 to 30 minutes according to the outside temperature. Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. Manual A/C type is shown. The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 87
stopped. 1. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. CONTINUED PARKING BRAKE PEDAL To apply the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 88
if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 89
improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable. If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine undesired operation. Changes or modifications device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 90
) Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key. You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper. The shift - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 91
lock tab rearward and close the door. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull the lock tab rearward or push the top of door, pull the lock tab rearward on the driver's door, or use the key on the outside lock on the driver's door. Pushing the rear of either master - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 92
With any door and the tailgate open and the key in the ignition, locking with master door lock switches features. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages. When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 93
09/07/16 17:59:32 31SWA630_092 Door Locks To turn off the Auto Door Lock modes: 3. Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver's door until you hear a click (after about 5 seconds). 4. Release the switch, and within 20 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 94
the switch until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds). 5. Release the switch, and within 20 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. Move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Door Locks Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings: The auto door unlocking is you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. All doors and tailgate unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. To turn off the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 96
moved out of the ON (II) position. Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate all doors and tailgate unlock feature. 4. Release the switch, and within 20 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 97
down the switch: Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver's door unlock feature. 5. Release the switch, and within 20 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. Move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. 6. Turn the ignition switch to the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 98
PANIC Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, door or the tailgate is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. 92 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 99
If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR1616 To replace the battery: SCREW Instruments and Controls 1. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Changes Industry Canada Standard RSS battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it in the keypad. An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. 5. Install - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 101
lock tab on the driver's door. To unlock the tailgate, turn the key clockwise twice, push the rear of the master door lock switch, or push the back edge. Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 102
to prevent scratches, then use a small flat-tip screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the tailgate. Push the release lever to the lower right as shown. If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 96 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 103
/07/16 18:01:19 31SWA630_102 Seats EX-L and Canadian EX models Driver's Seat Power Adjustments See pages can be adjusted manually (see the next page). Moves the seat forward and backward. Adjusts the seat-back angle forward or backward. Increases or decreases the lumbar support. Moves the front - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 104
LX and U.S. EX models Seat Adjustments See pages 12 14 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seatbacks. release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To change - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 105
then release the lever. Make sure the seat-back latches in the new position. When using the center seating position, adjust the left and right side into position. The angle of each rear seat-back can be adjusted separately. To change the seat-back angle of the rear seatback, pull up on the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 106
or a collision. For more information on the dual deck cargo shelf, see page 117 . REAR The rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it. The rear center seat-back has a cargo area pass-through. To use the cargo area pass-through, pull up the release on top of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 107
RELEASE BUTTON Instruments and Controls They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant's head rests against the center of the restraint. Adjusting the Head Restraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 108
30 11:02:25 31SWA630_107 Seats Rear Outer Position Rear Center CUSHION Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash. CUSHION Always replace the head restraints before driving. LEGS SEAT-BACK TILT BUTTON RELEASE BUTTON Make sure the removed head restraints - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 109
restraints, or from the restraint legs. Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back. Install each restraint in its proper location. Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints. Instruments and Controls The driver's and front passenger's seats have active head restraints - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 110
and Canadian EX models 1. Adjust the rear seats as far back as possible. 2. Remove the front head restraints (see page 101 ), and store them securely. Reverse this procedure to return the front and rear seats to the upright position. Make sure you install the head restraints and securely lock the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 111
, you can still carry a passenger in the rear seat. With the center seat-back foldeddown, either outer seating position can be used. You can also fold up the left or right side of the rear seats separately to create further cargo space (see page 107 ). Remove any items from the seat before folding - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 112
/30 11:02:35 31SWA630_111 Seats Reverse this procedure to return the seat-back to the upright position. Make sure the seat is secured and the seat belt is in front of the seatback before driving. In the rear center seating position, be sure the detachable anchor is latched securely (see page - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 113
and cause injury if you have to brake hard (See Carrying Cargo on page 304 ). Folding the Rear Seat Forward 2. Follow steps 1 through 4 on pages 105 and 106 for folding down the seat-back. Lower the center seat-back before folding the passenger's side seat forward. Instruments and Controls SLIDE - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 114
Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release strap located at the rear of the seat cushion, under the seat back, then lift the rear strap from the slit on the seat-back. Then attach the anchor on the fastening strap to the hook on the center pillar. 5. Pull down on the anchor - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 115
). Do not use the dual deck cargo shelf (if equipped) when the seats are folded down or forward. Detachable Anchor The seat belt in the rear center seat is equipped with a detachable anchor. This allows the center seat belt to be unlatched when the rear center seat back is folded down or the right - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 116
09/07/16 18:03:33 31SWA630_115 Seats SMALL LATCH PLATE ANCHOR BUCKLE TRIANGLE MARKS LATCH PLATE ANCHOR BUCKLE LATCH PLATE Pull out the small latch plate and the latch plate from each holding slot in the ceiling, and pull out the seat belt to extend it. Line up the triangle marks on the small - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 117
temperature changes. Follow these precautions when using the seat heaters: Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery. If the engine is turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat's temperature drops. 111 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 118
. Release the switch when you want to stop the window. To close the window, pull back on the switch and hold it. The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after windows cannot be raised or lowered. To cancel this feature, push on the switch again to get it to pop out. Keep the MAIN switch off - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 119
push on the center of the moonroof switch. To stop the moonroof from tilting up fully, push the switch briefly. To open the moonroof, pull back on the push the switch briefly. To open or close the moonroof partially, lightly pull the switch back or push it forward and hold it. The moonroof will stop - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 120
are away from the moonroof before closing it. The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or its motor. Keep - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 121
down. 4. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your side) or R (passenger's side). If equipped The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 122
MIRROR UPPER GLOVE BOX USB ADAPTER CABLE 1 DUAL DECK CARGO SHELF 1 BEVERAGE HOLDERS in REAR SEAT ARMREST CENTER CONSOLE with BEVERAGE HOLDERS 2 AUXILIARY INPUT JACK 3 SEAT UNDER TRAY ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET 2 LOWER GLOVE BOX 1 CENTER POCKET 1 : If equipped 2 : On some models, this is on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 123
upper area, you can store small and light items. You should place heavy items in the lower storage area. You can remove the dual deck cargo shelf and store it on the cargo area floor to make a larger cargo area. Make sure to use the dual deck cargo shelf fully opened and securely latched. To remove - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 124
seats are folded down or forward, do not place any objects on the dual deck cargo shelf. Make sure to store the shelf on the cargo area floor. It could be unlatched during a crash. The dual deck cargo shelf can be placed on the floor as shown above. Reverse this procedure to return the dual deck - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 125
can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. On vehicles with rear seat armrest On U.S. models Instruments and than 20 lbs (9 kg) on this shelf. On Canadian models The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 126
09/07/16 18:05:08 31SWA630_125 Interior Convenience Items Center Table Lower Glove Box To lock On LX and EX models To use the center table, pull up the outside edge of the table until it firm push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key. The glove box light comes on when the parking - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 127
09/07/16 18:05:17 31SWA630_126 Interior Convenience Items Upper Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to down on the edge under the lever. To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover. Except LX model The vanity mirror lights come on when you pull up the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 128
:05:27 31SWA630_127 Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Sunglasses Holder Push SUN VISOR SUNGLASSES HOLDER To use the sun visor, pull it down. When using the sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it out. Make sure you put the sun visor back in place - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 129
Interior Convenience Items Conversation Mirror Accessory Power Sockets Front Center Table Instruments and Controls EX first detent, and release it. To switch back to the sunglasses holder, close the conversation mirror and then open the sunglasses holder. Your vehicle has two or three accessory - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 130
09/07/16 18:05:46 31SWA630_129 Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Console Compartment Rear Push EX-L model None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects from getting - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 131
09/07/16 18:05:55 31SWA630_130 Interior Convenience Item Coat Hook Seat Under Tray Instruments and Controls To use a coat hook, slide it out heavy items. If equipped Your vehicle has a seat under tray located under the front passenger seat. Use the tray by pulling on the front center edge of the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 132
09/07/16 18:06:06 31SWA630_131 Interior Lights Ceiling Light After all doors and the tailgate are closed tightly, the light fades out in about 30 seconds. The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch. If you do not open a door - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 133
09/07/16 18:06:15 31SWA630_132 Interior Lights Ignition Switch Light The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver's door. It fades out in about 30 seconds after the door is closed. Cargo Area Light ON Instruments and Controls Push Push LX model OFF TAILGATE ACTIVATED Turn on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 134
09/07/16 18:06:18 31SWA630_133 128 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 135
features and how to use them. Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it. The security system helps to discourage vandalism and theft of your vehicle. LX model Playing the AM/FM Radio ...145 Playing a Disc ...149 Disc Player Error Messages ...156 EX and EX - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 136
09/07/16 18:06:30 31SWA630_135 Vents, Heating, and A/C LX and EX models FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MAX A/C BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON : Canadian models 130 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 137
from the center and side vents in the dashboard. Pressing the , A/C, or any of the mode buttons cancels MAX A/C, but the A/C stays on. Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle's interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator is off, air is - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 138
through the interior, then discharges it through vents near the tailgate. 1. Set the temperature to the lower limit. 2. Make sure the A/C is off. and fresh air mode. 3. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 139
the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up. Features - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 140
to the windshield, close the corner vents. When you switch to , from or , the A/C stays on. This helps prevent the windows from rapidly fogging up when the air is suddenly routed away from the windshield. If you want to turn the A/C off, press and release the A/C button twice. The indicator in the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 141
09/07/16 18:07:46 31SWA630_140 Climate Control System EX-L model DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL AUTO OFF BUTTON BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL BAR Features DUAL BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/MIRRORS HEATER BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 142
system manual for complete details. Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system in your vehicle maintains the interior temperature of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference. Temperature - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 143
is in fully automatic mode. All other features remain automatically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the The fan speed is shown in vertical bars on the display. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. You will see A/C ON or A/C - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 144
flow from the dashboard vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents. Air flows from the floor vents. Airflow is divided between the floor and corner vents and the defroster vents at the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 145
switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. For faster defrosting, manually set the fan speed . The system 1. Select automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. 2. Adjust the close the corner vents. For faster defogging, manually set the fan speed to high. For your safety - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 146
09/07/16 18:08:43 31SWA630_145 Dual Temperature Control EX-L model only The temperatures of the driver's side and the front passenger's side can be controlled independently when the indicator in the DUAL button is - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 147
to a different value than the driver's side, turn the passenger's side temperature control dial. You can adjust the passenger's side without pressing the DUAL button first. When you set the temperature to its lower limit or its upper limit, it will be displayed as ''Lo'' or ''Hi''. Driver's Side - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 148
climate control system has two sensors: a sunlight sensor on top of the dashboard, and a temperature and humidity sensor next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 142 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 149
. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle's audio system. For LX models, see pages 145 through 156 . Features LX model EX models For EX and EX-L models without navigation system, see pages 157 through 193 . For EX-L model with navigation system, see pages 194 through 249 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 150
09/07/16 18:09:12 31SWA630_149 Audio System EX-L model with navigation system 144 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 151
09/07/16 18:09:17 31SWA630_150 Playing the AM/FM Radio (LX model) U.S. and Canadian LX models AM FM BUTTON BUTTON Features POWER/ VOLUME KNOB TUNE KNOB A.SEL/SCAN BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BUTTONS 145 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 152
09/07/16 18:09:27 31SWA630_151 Playing the AM/FM Radio (LX model) To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the power/volume knob or the AM or FM button. Adjust the volume by turning - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 153
/16 18:09:38 31SWA630_152 Playing the AM/FM Radio (LX model) Preset Each preset button can store one frequency on If you are traveling and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area. Press the left side of the A. SEL/SCAN bar. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 154
the AM/FM Radio (LX model) Adjusting the Sound Press it changes. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting to your liking. Except SVC adjustment When the level reaches the center, when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off. TREBLE Adjusts the front-to-back FADER strength of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 155
09/07/16 18:10:01 31SWA630_154 Playing a Disc (LX model) U.S. and Canadian LX model CD/AUX BUTTON EJECT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON Features LOAD INDICATOR POWER/ VOLUME KNOB TUNE KNOB A.SEL/SCAN BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR DISP BUTTON 149 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 156
10:14 31SWA630_155 Playing a Disc (LX model) To Play a Disc To load or play a disc, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position unit displays FORMAT, and then skips to the next file. Video CDs and DVDs do not work in this unit. The specifications for compatible MP3 files are - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 157
:10:24 31SWA630_156 Playing a Disc (LX model) The specifications for compatible WMA the current folder and file are shown. The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes. You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this system. Each time or track name. Features CONTINUED 151 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 158
LX model) The display shows up to 10 characters of selected text data (the folder name, file name, etc.). If the text data has more than 10 characters, you will see the first shows the folder and file name. To Change or Select Tracks/Files You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar while a disc is - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 159
/07/16 18:10:42 31SWA630_158 Playing a Disc (LX model) In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or selecting a different folder with the TUNE knob also turns off the repeat feature. Each time you press and release the RPT button, the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat, then to normal play. RANDOM ( - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Disc (LX model) In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER-RANDOM This feature, when time you press and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play to random play (within a the scan feature. In MP3 or WMA mode F-SCAN (FOLDER SCAN) This feature, when activated, samples the first file of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 161
09/07/16 18:11:01 31SWA630_160 Playing a Disc (LX model) To Stop Playing a Disc Press the eject button disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the disc will begin playing where it left off. Features Protecting Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 162
first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. Error Message CD FORMAT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL Cause Track/File format not supported Mechanical Error Solution Current track will be skipped. The next supported - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 163
09/07/16 18:11:26 31SWA630_162 Playing the FM/AM Radio (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) EX-L models VOL/SELECT KNOB BUTTON AM BUTTON BUTTON EX models VOL/SELECT KNOB BUTTON AM BUTTON BUTTON Features A.SEL BUTTON FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON A.SEL BUTTON FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 164
09/07/16 18:11:41 31SWA630_163 Playing the FM/AM Radio (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) To Play the FM/AM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the FM or AM button. Adjust the volume by turning the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 165
18:11:53 31SWA630_164 Playing the FM/AM Radio (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) Preset Each preset button are traveling and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area. Press the A. SEL button. ''A. SEL'' flashes - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Playing the FM/AM Radio (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) as it changes. Turn the VOL/SELECT knob to adjust the setting to your liking. When the level reaches the center, you the parking lights are on, even if the system is turned off. TREBLE FADER Adjusts the front-to-back strength of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 167
EX-L without Navigation System Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Radio anywhere in Canada and the United States, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. XM CANADA category selections in the display. BUTTON BUTTON Features SCAN BUTTON SEEK BUTTON XM BUTTON SEEK BUTTON BUTTON VOL/SELECT - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 168
the XM Radio (EX-L model without navigation system) Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON mode and category mode, press and hold the TITLE button until the mode changes. In channel mode, you can select all of the available channels. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 169
16 18:12:45 31SWA630_168 Playing the XM Radio (EX-L model without navigation system) SCAN The scan function gives XM is loading the audio or program information. ''OFF AIR'' The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting. Features ''UPDATING'' The encryption code is being updated. Wait - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 170
has no artist or title information at this time. ''ANTENNA'' There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer. Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south. Signal weaker in these areas. SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER The XM satellites are in orbit over the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 171
hours, contact XM Radio. In Canada, contact XM CANADA . Receiving XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 172
09/07/16 18:13:18 31SWA630_171 Playing Discs (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) EX-L models BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR TITLE BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON DISC SLOT EJECT BUTTON EX models BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR RANDOM TITLE BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON CD BUTTON DISC SLOT EJECT BUTTON - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 173
EX and EX-L models without navigation system) To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY will continuously play a disc until you change modes. This audio system can also the disc player. A disc can support up to 255 folders, and each Features CONTINUED 167 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 174
EX and EX-L models without navigation system) NOTE: If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights management (DRM), the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED, and then skips to the next file. Video CDs and DVDs variable bitrate and multi-session Supported standards: MPEG1 Audio Layer3 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 175
09/07/16 18:13:48 31SWA630_174 Playing Discs (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) Loading Discs in the In-dash Disc Changer Your vehicle's in-dash disc changer stops playing the current disc and starts the loading sequence. It then plays the disc just loaded. Features CONTINUED 169 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 176
/07/16 18:13:58 31SWA630_175 Playing Discs (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) Text Data Display Function file name, etc.). If the text data has more than 16 characters, you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator on the display. Press and hold the TITLE button until the next - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 177
EX and EX-L models without navigation system) You will also see some text data under these conditions: When a new folder, file, or track is selected. When you change available slot. To Change or Select Tracks/Files You can use the SEEK button while a disc is playing to change tracks (files in MP3 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 178
14:26 31SWA630_177 Playing Discs (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) button to turn it off. In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER-REPEAT This feature, when activated, replays all the files in the selected folder in the order mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat, then to normal play. 172 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 179
07/16 18:14:34 31SWA630_178 Playing Discs (EX and EX-L models without navigation system) DISC-REPEAT To and release the RPT button, the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat, to disc repeat then to normal play. RANDOM (Random within a disc) This feature plays the tracks within a disc in - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 180
, and the system plays normally. Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode changes from file scan, folder scan, disc scan, then to normal play. DISC-SCAN This function samples the first track of each disc in the in-dash disc changer in the order they are stored. To - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 181
you turn the system back on, the disc will EX-L model To remove a different disc from the changer, first select it with the appropriate preset button. When that disc begins playing, press the eject button. Continue pressing the eject button to remove all the discs from the changer. Features - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 182
(EX and EX-L models problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. Error Message UNSUPPORTED FORMAT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL Cause Track/File format not supported - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 183
:40 31SWA630_182 Playing an iPod (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) EX-L models BUTTON USB INDICATOR iPod INDICATOR BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON EX models BUTTON USB INDICATOR iPod INDICATOR BUTTON AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON Features RANDOM BUTTON SEEK (SKIP ) BUTTON - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 184
10:52:50 31SWA630_183 Playing an iPod (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) To Play an iPod connector. We recommend backing up your data before playing it. Some devices cannot be powered or charged via the USB adapter. If this is the case, use the accessory adapter to supply - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 185
an iPod (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation instructions online at www.apple.com/ itunes/ DOCK CONNECTOR Features 1. Open the upper glove box. 2. Push the release button to release the USB adapter cable. 3. Connect your dock connector to the iPod correctly and securely. 4. Install - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 186
an iPod (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation more than 16 characters, you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator in the display. Press and characters are shown. To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP button while an iPod is playing to change files. SKIP Each time you - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 187
iPod (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation the selected list are played. Pressing the button goes back to the previous display and pressing the TITLE button or the RDM button. REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file. To activate the repeat feature, press the RPT button. You will - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 188
EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) SHUFFLE ALBUM This feature feature, press the RDM button repeatedly. You will see ''F-RDM'' in the display. To turn it off, press and hold the RDM button. Each time you press the RDM button, the mode changes follow the iPod's instructions on how to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 189
Messages (Canadian EX model and EX-L model OWNERS MANUAL NO SONG UNSUPPORTED Cause USB ROM Error Solution There is problem with the USB adapter unit. Appears when the overcurrent protection feature information for iPods. If it appears when a supported iPod is connected, update the iPod software to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 190
09/12/10 10:53:36 31SWA630_189 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) EX-L models BUTTON USB INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON EX models BUTTON USB INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON BUTTON AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 191
(Canadian EX model and EX-L model without memory devices (such as devices with security lockout features, etc.) will not work in this audio unit and high heat will damage it. We recommend backing up your data before playing a USB flash accessory adapter to supply power to your device. CONTINUED - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 192
31SWA630_191 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) The specifications for 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ 112/128/144/160/VBR kbps (MPEG2) Supported standards: MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio LSF Layer3 Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 193
:10 31SWA630_192 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) NOTE: In WMA or AAC next file. Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device RELEASE BUTTON USB ADAPTER CABLE Features USB ADAPTER CABLE 1. Open the upper glove box. 2. Push the release button - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 194
Flash Memory Device (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation has more than 16 characters, you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator in the display. Press folder. To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP button while a USB flash memory device is playing to change files. SKIP - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 195
27 31SWA630_194 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) To Select a File file. Press the VOL/SELECT knob to set your selection. Pressing the button goes back to the previous display and pressing the TITLE button cancels this setting mode. To - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) This feature REPEAT continuously plays a file. To activate the repeat feature, changes from file repeat to folder repeat, then to normal play. RANDOM This feature plays all the files in random order. To activate the track random feature - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 197
the RDM button, the mode changes from track random, play to folder random play, then to normal play. SCAN This feature samples all files in the sampled. FOLDER SCAN This feature samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored. To activate the folder scan feature, press the SCAN - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 198
44 31SWA630_197 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without navigation system) To Stop Playing a USB is selected on the audio system. Always follow the USB flash memory device's instructions when you remove it. When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while it - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Error Messages (Canadian EX model and EX-L model without OWNERS MANUAL Cause USB ROM Error Solution There is problem with the USB adapter unit. Appears when the overcurrent protection feature the supported device is connected, reconnect the device. Abnormal power source Features UNPLAYABLE - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 200
09/07/16 18:18:07 31SWA630_199 Playing the AM/FM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) AUTO SELECT ICON AM ICON FM1 ICON FM2 ICON SOUND ICON BACK GROUND ICON AM/FM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR U.S. model is shown. PRESET BUTTONS 194 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 201
EX-L model with navigation system) Voice Control System The audio system can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation system manual for complete details. To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY tuned to are displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 202
09/07/16 18:18:29 31SWA630_201 Playing the AM/FM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) The seek function SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 203
09/07/16 18:18:38 31SWA630_202 Playing the AM/FM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) AUTO SELECT If you are traveling and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area. Press the AUDIO button to view the audio - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 204
/07/16 18:18:53 31SWA630_203 Playing the AM/FM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) Adjusting the Sound SPEAKER SETTING BALANCE Adjusts right display shows you the current setting. Adjusts the front-to-back FADER strength of the sound. To adjust the front/rear fader, touch the FR or RR icon. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 205
AM/FM Radio (EX-L model with navigation the icon, then move the joystick to left or right to change the setting. The system will return to the audio display about time you touch the background icon, the display changes. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 206
09/07/16 18:19:05 31SWA630_205 Playing the XM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) XM RADIO ICON MODE ICON POWER/VOLUME KNOB JOYSTICK CATEGORY INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET CHANNEL NUMBER TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS 200 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 207
EX-L model with navigation system) Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Radio anywhere in the United States and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. XM is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio , Inc. and XM CANADA ACCESSORY change changes between the channel mode and the category mode - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 208
09/07/16 18:19:28 31SWA630_207 Playing the XM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) TUNE Press the TUNE bar to change channel selections. Press for higher numbered channels and for lower numbered channels. In the category mode, you can only select channels within that category. Press - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 209
18:19:40 31SWA630_208 Playing the XM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the first six channels. 5. Press the XM button again information at this time. ''ANTENNA'' There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer. Features CONTINUED 203 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 210
18:19:46 31SWA630_209 Playing the XM Radio (EX-L model with navigation system) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 211
hours, contact XM Radio. In Canada, contact XM CANADA . Receiving XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 212
09/07/16 18:20:05 31SWA630_211 Playing a Disc (EX-L model with navigation system) CD ICON POWER/VOLUME KNOB OPEN BUTTON JOYSTICK CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR RANDOM BUTTON U.S. model is shown. REPEAT BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON SKIP SKIP BUTTON BUTTON REWIND BUTTON 206 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 213
EX-L model with navigation system) To Play a Disc (In-dash single player) You operate the in-dash disc player with the same controls used for the radio. To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY it. Video CDs and DVDs do not work in this the next file. Features Do not use - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 214
EX-L model with navigation system) To Load a Disc DISC SLOT OPEN BUTTON CLOSE BUTTON The in-dash disc player is behind the navigation screen. To use the disc player, press the OPEN button beside the screen. The screen folds back use the folded down screen as a tray. If you put a cup, for example - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 215
/16 18:20:45 31SWA630_214 Playing a Disc (EX-L model with navigation system) Push the AUDIO button and hold (preset 4) or (preset 3). Features PRESET BUTTONS U.S. model is shown You can use the preset buttons while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks (files in MP3 or WMA mode). - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 216
07/16 18:20:55 31SWA630_215 Playing a Disc (EX-L model with navigation system) In MP3 or WMA mode TRACK REPEAT in the display. Press the RPT button again to turn it off. FOLDER REPEAT This feature, when activated, replays all files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed. To - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 217
07/16 18:21:05 31SWA630_216 Playing a Disc (EX-L model with navigation system) SCAN (TRACK/FILE MP3 or WMA mode Using a Track List FOLDER ICON TRACK/FILE ICON FOLDER SCAN This feature, when activated, samples the first file in each folder on the disc in order. To activate folder scan, press and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 218
31SWA630_217 Playing a Disc (EX-L model with navigation system) the or icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the Return icon on the screen. icon on the display. The selected icon will be highlighted in blue. The system begins to play the selected track/file. With a - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 219
09/07/16 18:21:21 31SWA630_218 Playing a Disc (EX-L model with navigation system) Removing a Disc To remove a disc from the audio unit, fold back the screen by pressing the OPEN button (see page 206 ). Press the disc information on how to handle and protect discs, see page 252 . Features 213 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 220
07/16 18:21:31 31SWA630_219 Disc Player Error Messages (EX-L model with navigation system) If you see an error pull out the disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 221
09/07/16 18:21:35 31SWA630_220 CD Changer (EX-L model with navigation system) POWER/VOLUME KNOB CD ICON CD CHANGER ICON JOYSTICK Features OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S. model is shown. SKIP BUTTON SKIP BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 222
not work in this unit. Video CDs and DVD discs also will not work. Do not spill any liquids on the center console. Spilled liquids can damage electrical components in the CD changer. 1. Open the center console cover, then slide open the CD changer cover by pulling it rearward. EJECT BUTTON 2. Push - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 223
/07/16 18:21:53 31SWA630_222 CD Changer (EX-L model with navigation system) 4. Put a CD on the tray with the printed surface facing up as shown. 5. Reinstall the tray in the magazine. Repeat this procedure to open the other five trays. Features 3. To install a CD into the magazine, push the button - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 224
22:03 31SWA630_223 CD Changer (EX-L model with navigation system) To Play a CD To play CDs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) the next disc in sequence. Pressing the or side of the TUNE bar also changes the disc. If you select an empty position in the CD changer, the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 225
09/07/16 18:22:13 31SWA630_224 CD Changer (EX-L model with navigation system) button SKIP Push the (preset 6) to play the scan mode. DISC SCAN Press and hold the SCAN button to get a 10 second sampling of the first song of each disc in the CD changer. You will see DISC SCAN in the display. Press and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 226
09/07/16 18:22:20 31SWA630_225 CD Changer (EX-L model with navigation system) To Stop Playing a CD Press the AM/FM or CD in the CD changer is playing, the CD will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will be in pause mode. Touch the CDC icon on the audio screen. The CD will - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 227
22:29 31SWA630_226 CD Changer Error Messages (EX-L model with navigation system) If you disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take Error Features MECH ERROR Mechanical Error 221 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 228
09/07/16 18:22:35 31SWA630_227 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) TRACK LIST ICON POWER/VOLUME KNOB PC CARD ICON JOYSTICK PLAY MODE ICON OPEN BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 229
EX-L model with navigation system) To Play a PC Card You operate the PC card player with the same controls used for the radio and the disc player. To load or play a card, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY bitrate and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers Features 223 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 230
07/16 18:23:06 31SWA630_229 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) The specifications for compatible WMA To use the PC card player, press the OPEN button beside the screen. The screen folds back, and the PC card slot appears. You can also operate the audio system without using the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 231
EX-L model with navigation system) There are three play modes: Folder, Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAY MODE icon, then choose one of the modes by touching its icon. When a mode is selected, it is highlighted in blue Features ARTIST MODE PLAY MODE ICON ALBUM MODE PLAY MODE ICON CONTINUED 225 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 232
07/16 18:23:29 31SWA630_231 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) PLAY MODE ICON To select a or move the joystick, then press ENT. After you select the play mode, the display changes to the selectable playing menu. If you select ''Continue playing the current song,'' the system - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 233
EX-L model with navigation system) If you select ''Play a new track list,'' the system goes into the selected play mode immediately and begins to play the new track list. To go back the icon. Features You can use the preset buttons while a card is playing to select or change files. Each preset - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 234
/16 18:23:45 31SWA630_233 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) SKIP Each time you press display. Press the RDM button again to return to normal play. FOLDER/ARTIST/ALBUM RANDOM This feature, when activated, plays all files in each folder/artist/album in random order, rather than in - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 235
16 18:23:54 31SWA630_234 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) The system then selects the SKIP buttons (preset 5 or 6) also turns off the scan feature. FOLDER/ARTIST/ALBUM SCAN This feature, when activated, samples the first file in each folder/artist/album on the PC card in order. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 236
31SWA630_235 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) touch the or icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the Return icon. To play a file parent folder. The current folder is highlighted in blue. In artist mode, the artist name is also displayed on the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 237
09/07/16 18:24:15 31SWA630_236 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) Song Search Function ALBUM NAME SONG SEARCH ICON TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON Features RETURN ICON Folder mode is shown. ARTIST ICON ALBUM ICON In album mode, the album name is also displayed on the right side of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 238
09/07/16 18:24:29 31SWA630_237 Playing a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system) Searching for a Song Title by Keyword MORE ICON To cancel the selected letter, touch the Delete icon. To select more characters, - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 239
a PC card (EX-L model with navigation system PC Card To remove a PC card from the audio unit, fold back the screen by pressing the OPEN button (see page ) 222 ). Card Player Malfunction If there is a problem with the PC card player, see your dealer. Features Select the Album icon, and the album - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 240
09/07/16 18:24:47 31SWA630_239 PC card Error Messages (EX-L model with navigation system) If you see an error message in the display while playing a in the PC card. It appears when an unsupported PC card is inserted. The system supports CF card, Flash ATA card, and SanDisk 6-in-1 Card Adapter. 234 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 241
09/07/16 18:24:52 31SWA630_240 Playing an iPod (EX-L model with navigation system) POWER/VOLUME KNOB AUX ICON iPod INDICATOR JOYSTICK Features OPEN BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP RANDOM BUTTON U.S. model is shown. SKIP BUTTON BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON REWIND BUTTON - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Playing an iPod (EX-L model with navigation and touch the AUX icon. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The iPod will also be recharged equipped with your vehicle and your dock connector. We recommend backing up your data before playing it. Some devices cannot be powered - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Playing an iPod (EX-L model with navigation Connecting an iPod RELEASE BUTTON USB ADAPTER CABLE DOCK CONNECTOR Features USB CONNECTOR 1. Open the upper glove box. 2. your dock connector to the iPod correctly and securely. 4. Install the dock connector to the USB adapter cable securely. If the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 244
EX-L model with navigation system) The current file number and total of the selected playable files are displayed on the screen. It also shows the artist, album and track (file) names on the screen. To Change to go back to the normal audio playing display. Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 245
EX-L model with navigation system) Using a Track List To Select Repeat or Random Mode: You can select any type of repeat and random mode by using the RPT button or RDM button. REPEAT This feature To go back to the previous display, highlighted in blue. TRACK RANDOM This feature plays all - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 246
09/07/16 18:25:57 31SWA630_245 Playing an iPod (EX-L model with navigation system) ALBUM RANDOM This feature plays all available albums from the selected items in the disconnect it. Make sure to follow the iPod's instructions on how to disconnect the dock connector from the USB adapter cable. 240 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 247
09/07/16 18:26:02 31SWA630_246 iPod Error Messages (EX-L model with navigation system) If you see an error message on the screen while playing an iPod, find the UNSUPPORTED NO SONG Solution Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted. Appears when there is no music on the iPod. Features 241 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 248
09/07/16 18:26:09 31SWA630_247 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (EX-L model with navigation system) POWER/VOLUME KNOB MP3/WMA INDICATOR AUX ICON JOYSTICK OPEN BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Device (EX-L model box. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Press the memory devices (such as devices with security lockout features, etc.) will not work in this audio unit and high heat will damage it. We recommend backing up your data before playing a USB flash - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 250
42 31SWA630_249 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (EX-L model with navigation system) Voice Control System 40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/ 160/192/224/256/320/VBR kbps (MPEG1) Supported standards: MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio Layer3 Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers: 8 The specifications - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 251
a USB Flash Memory Device (EX-L model with navigation system) Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC format may not be supported. If an unsupported file is Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device RELEASE BUTTON USB ADAPTER CABLE Features Combining a low sampling f requency with a low bitrate may - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 252
(EX-L model with navigation system) To Change or Select Files Using a Track List FOLDER ICON Use the SKIP button while a USB flash memory device is playing to change touch the or icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the Return icon. To play a file, touch - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 253
to get out of the scan mode. The system plays the last file sampled. FOLDER SCAN This feature samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored. To activate the folder scan feature, press and hold the SCAN button. You will see ''FOLDER SCAN'' in the display. You will - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 254
18:27:28 31SWA630_253 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (EX-L model with navigation system) To Stop Playing a USB USB mode is selected on the audio system. Always follow the USB flash memory device's instructions when you remove it. When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while it is - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 255
09/07/29 20:50:58 31SWA630_254 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (EX-L model with navigation system) If you see an error message on the screen while playing a USB flash memory USB flash memory device is inserted. Appears when there is no music in the flash memory device. Features 249 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 256
09/07/16 18:27:43 31SWA630_255 AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequencies: AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 257
stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Features Radio - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 258
To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge. A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer and fall on the recording surface of the disc, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 259
and damage the audio unit. Examples of these discs are shown to the right: 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs Features Bubbled/ Wrinkled With Label/ Sticker Using Printer Label Kit Sealed With Plastic Ring 2. Damaged discs 3. Poor quality discs Chipped/ Cracked - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 260
09/07/16 18:28:32 31SWA630_259 Protecting Your Discs 4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed with the following logo. 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Fingerprints, scratches, etc. Audio unit may not play the following formats. CD-R or - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 261
to the radio, use the CH button to change stations. Each time you press the top ( band you are listening to. Press the bottom ( ) to go back to the previous station. If you press and hold the CH . It finds a station with a strong signal. Features Three controls for the audio system are mounted in - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 262
Press and hold the top ( ) of the CH button until you hear a beep to skip forward to the first file of the next folder. Press the bottom ( ) to skip backward to the previous folder. On Navigation model CH button to advance to the next file. Press the bottom ( ) to go back to the previous file. 256 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 263
an Optional Audio Unit Features EX-L model EX model LX model Your vehicle has the auxiliary input jack on the front panel, on the center table, or in the console compartment, depending on models. The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories. When a compatible audio - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 264
's manual. If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ''ENTER CODE - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 265
LX model CLOCK BUTTON (A.SEL side of the A.SEL/SCAN bar) EX and EX-L ) button to set the time back to the previous hour. If the beginning of the next hour. Features HOUR BUTTON (PRESET 4) RESET GPS), and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Refer to the navigation system manual - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 266
09/07/16 18:29:25 31SWA630_265 Compass EX model and EX-L model without navigation system Compass Operation DIRECTION DISPLAY N: North S: that can cause a magnetic disturbance. It can also be affected by accessories such as antennas and roof racks that are mounted by magnets. Next to the outside - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 267
may need to be manually calibrated after exposure to a strong magnetic field. If the compass display changes to and the calibrate check and select the zone, do this: Features 1. Press and hold the select/reset knob for 10 seconds to change the display to the reset mode. CALIBRATE INDICATOR - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 268
09/07/16 18:29:43 31SWA630_267 Compass 4. Turn the select/reset knob to select the appropriate zone number, and press the select/ reset knob to enter the number. When the system does not accept the selected compass zone, you see in the direction display. Select appropriate zone number again. ZONE - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 269
09/07/16 18:29:47 31SWA630_268 Compass Zone Map Features 263 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 270
The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to break into the monitor display, manually check the hood. SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Once the security system is set, opening any door without using the key or the remote - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Camera and Monitor On EX-L model with navigation to adjust the brightness of the rearview camera image. Features The camera brightness cannot be adjusted by voice control best picture, always keep the rearview camera clean, and do not cover the camera lens. To avoid scratching the lens when you clean - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 272
09/07/16 18:30:12 31SWA630_271 Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 273
button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will come back on. Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel goes out - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 274
09/07/16 18:30:36 31SWA630_273 Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed. Resting your foot on the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 275
. com or call (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. Using HFL HFL Buttons HFL TALK BUTTON Features NAVI VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS HFL BACK BUTTON HFL Talk button Press and release to give a command or answer a call. HFL Back button Press and release to end a call - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Dial Peter.'' When HFL is in use, navigation voice commands cannot be recognized. To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. Help Features To hear general HFL information, including help on using HFL buttons, Voice control, or making - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 277
09/07/16 18:31:08 31SWA630_276 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Information Display As an incoming call notification, you will see the following display: BLUETOOTH INDICATOR Features HFL MESSAGE When there is an incoming call, or HFL is in use, ''HFL'' will appear at the bottom of the map screen. A - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 278
09/07/16 18:31:18 31SWA630_277 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink How to Use HFL The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. ''Pair Edit Phone Setup Delete List'' Press HFL Talk button ''Status Next Phone Set Pairing Code'' Pair a phone to the system ( - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 279
HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL (See page 282) Features Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call (See entry (See page 283) Delete a phonebook entry (See page 284) If your phone supports this function, use this to transfer contacts from your phone to HFL (See page 284 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Call Notification Auto Transfer'' Press HFL Talk button ''Clear'' Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each key cycle to access the system (See page 289) Change your security passcode (See page 290) Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call (See page 290 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 281
to pair. Refer to your phone's manual. Up to six phones can be paired. Your phone's battery may drain faster when it is paired are pairing a phone for the first time, HFL will give you information about the pairing process. If it is not the first phone you are pairing, say '' Features CONTINUED 275 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 282
''Edit '' after the prompts. 3. If there is more than one phone paired to the system, HFL will ask you which phone's name you want to change. Follow the HFL prompts and rename the phone. Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1. Say ''Phone setup.'' Press and release the HFL - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To hear which paired phone is currently linked: To change from the currently linked phone to another paired phone: To change the pairing code setting: Press and release the HFL Talk button be used each time, say ''Fixed'' and follow the HFL prompts. Features 277 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 284
is 30 feet (10 meters). During a call, HFL allows you to talk up to 30 minutes after you remove the key from the ignition switch. However, this may weaken the vehicle's battery. To make a call using a phone number (talk button): To make a call using a phone number (navigation display): Press and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 285
HFL prompts to confirm the name and make the call. 3. The navigation display will change as shown above. Enter a call number. 4. To make the call, select select ''Hang-up.'' To redial the last number called by HFL: Features 1. Press the INFO button, then select ''Cellular Phonebook .'' 2. Select - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 286
the PIN to access it. See page 287 for more information. To search for a specific name in the phonebook, enter the keyword for either the first or last name. To display all names in the phonebook, select the ''List '' option. 4. Select the name. All the phone numbers stored for that name - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 287
the audio system if it is on. Press the HFL Talk button to answer the call, or the HFL Back button to hang up. Call Waiting If your phone has Call Waiting, press and release the HFL Talk button to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the HFL Back button. Features 281 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 288
09/07/16 18:33:19 31SWA630_287 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Transferring a Call You can transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL. Press and release the HFL Talk button and say ''Transfer.'' Muting a Call You can mute your voice to the person you are talking to during a call. To - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 289
To edit the number stored in a name: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1. Say ''Phonebook .'' 2. Say ''Edit '' after the prompts. Features 3. Follow the HFL prompts and say the name entry you want to edit. 4. When asked, say the new number for that name. 5. Follow the HFL - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 290
09/07/16 18:33:55 31SWA630_289 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To delete a name: To list all names in the phonebook: To store a specific phone number from your cell phone directly to the HFL phonebook (available on some phones): Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1. Say ''Phonebook - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 291
will see four HFL options. For a list of cell phones that are compatible with this feature: In the U.S., visit handsfreelink.honda. com or call (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. The entire phonebook data of the cell phone that is linked to HFL can be imported - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 292
is PIN-protected, you will need to enter the 4-digit PIN. To search for a specific name in the phonebook, enter the keyword for either the first or last name. To display all names in the phonebook, select the ''List '' option. Pager These indicate how many numbers are stored for the name - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 293
imported phonebooks will be displayed. After making a selection, the following screen will appear. PIN Number You can add, change, or remove a PIN number from any phonebook. Features Select a phonebook you want to delete. If the phonebook is PINprotected, you will need to enter the 4-digit PIN - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 294
''Do not use PIN'' after you enter the current PIN. Select the phonebook you want. The display will change as shown above. Enter the current PIN for this phonebook. The display will change as shown above. Enter the new 4-digit PIN number. You will be asked to re-enter the PIN for - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 295
09/07/16 18:35:02 31SWA630_294 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink System Setup This command group allows you to change or customize HFL basic settings. To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the HFL system for security it for you, or you will have to clear the entire system (see page 291 ). Features CONTINUED 289 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Talk button before a command. 1. Say ''System setup.'' 2. Say ''Change passcode'' after the prompts. 3. Follow the HFL prompts and say the the call can be automatically transferred to HFL with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position. Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 297
the HFL prompts to change the language to English or French. If you have not named your paired phone in the language you just selected, HFL will ask you to name it in the current language. When French is your currently selected language, you can give voice commands in French. Features 291 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 298
marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. As may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved the equipment. This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 299
section first. Break-in Period ...294 Fuel Recommendation ...294 Service Station Procedures ...295 Refueling...295 Check Fuel Cap Message ...296 Opening and Closing the Hood ...297 Oil Check ...298 Engine Coolant Check ...298 Fuel Economy ...299 Accessories and Modifications ...302 Carrying Cargo - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 300
miles (1,000 km). During this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not tow a trailer. You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 301
:15 31SWA630_300 Service Station Procedures Refueling FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL CAP for the fuel to expand with temperature changes. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off TETHER even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle's fuel vapor recovery system - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 302
diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears on the information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 303
18:36:35 31SWA630_302 Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH GRIP SUPPORT ROD Before Driving CLIP close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 304
, see Adding Engine Oil on page 349 . Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 352 for information on adding the proper coolant. Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 305
precisely for all drivers in all environments. The EPA fuel economy estimates shown in the example to the right are a useful tool for comparison when buying a vehicle. EPA estimates include: City MPG Represents urban driving in light traffic. A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 306
in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are more efficient when warmed up) Driving with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 307
load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one. A warmed-up engine is more fuel efficient than a cold one. Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles driven - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 308
, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 309
ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects, which could cause the airbags to deploy. Raising your vehicle with a non-Honda wheel or any other part of your vehicle's safety features can make the systems ineffective. If you plan to modify your vehicle, - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DUAL DECK CARGO SHELF CARGO AREA DOOR POCKETS UPPER GLOVE BOX Upper glove box Lower glove box Console compartment Door pockets Seat-back pockets Seat-under tray (if equipped) Center pocket Cargo area, including the rear seats when folded up or - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 311
your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. CONTINUED Before Driving This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. (3) - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 312
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 313
be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop. Before Driving Do not use the dual deck cargo shelf with any rear seat folded up or down. Do not stack items higher than the back of the rear seats. They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 314
the items does not exceed 165 lbs (75 kg). If you use an accessory roof rack, the roof rack weight limit may be lower. Refer to the information that came with your roof rack. Carrying Cargo on the Dual Deck Cargo Shelf If equipped On U.S. model is shown Do not put any items on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Hooks HOOKS Before Driving The four hooks on the floor can be used to install a net for securing items. If equipped Your vehicle also has cargo hooks on the side panel in the cargo area. They are designed to hold light items. Heavy objects may damage the hook. Make sure any items put on each - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 316
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you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. Driving Guidelines ...312 Preparing to Drive ...313 Starting the Engine...314 Automatic Transmission...315 Parking ...320 Braking System...321 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...322 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground clearance that allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. Because your vehicle rides higher off the ground, it has a high center of gravity that can cause it - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 319
you drive your vehicle. 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that have fastened their seat belts (see page 15 ). 10. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel (see pages 61 to 68 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 320
31SWA630_319 Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal. 4. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 321
) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ''D'' indicator, there is out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. CONTINUED 315 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 322
locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and Park. The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch. Reverse (R) Press the brake pedal and the release - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 323
and the shift lever is in the D position. When the D3 mode is on, the transmission selects only the first three gears. Use D3 mode when towing a trailer, or to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. D3 mode can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 324
you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. If you shift into first gear when the vehicle speed is above 31 mph (50 km/h), the transmission shifts into second gear first to avoid sudden engine braking. Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 325
slot, then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the right side. Insert the key back into the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 326
parking mechanism in the transmission. Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof (if equipped) and the windows are closed. Turn off the lights. Place any packages, valuables, etc. in the cargo area or take them with you. Lock the doors and the tailgate. If equipped If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 327
fuel economy can be reduced. It also keeps your brake lights on all the time, confusing drivers behind you. Constant application of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness. Use the engine one circuit should develop a problem, you will still have braking - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 328
09/07/16 18:41:04 31SWA630_327 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do it. The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 329
also be shut down. Test your brakes as instructed on page 396 . If the brakes feel normal along with the ABS indicator if there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Important Safety from changing direction abruptly, such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 330
the system by restarting the engine. If the VSA system indicator stays on or comes back on while driving, have the VSA system inspected by your dealer. If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position, there may be a problem with the VSA system - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 331
OFF Switch VSA OFF SWITCH VSA is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle size and type as your original tires (see page 374 ). If you install winter tires, make sure they are the same size as those that were the system back on. 325 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 332
every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in your including the spare tire). If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly safely drive a short distance to a service station, proceed slowly, and inflate the tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 333
recommended inflation pressure as specified on the tire information label and in the owner's manual (see page 371 ). Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator comes on and stays on if there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system. If this happens, the system will - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 334
recommended that you always have your tires serviced by your dealer or qualified technician. After is not monitoring the spare tire pressure. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be undesired operation. Changes or modifications This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 335
vehicle has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if carefully before starting to drive. Driving Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle's first 600 miles (1,000 km) (see page 294 ). Be sure to read engine and drivetrain. CONTINUED 329 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 336
, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load first time you set up a towing combination (a fully loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change . Tongue Load: The weight that the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer puts on the hitch - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 337
that all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations. Hitches slack to allow the trailer to turn corners easily, but do not let the chains drag on the ground. Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights There are two common types - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 338
09/07/16 18:42:55 31SWA630_337 Towing a Trailer TAILLIGHT (RED) LEFT TURN SIGNAL (ORANGE) GROUND (BLACK) Since lighting and wiring vary by trailer type and brand, you should have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer. Improper equipment or - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 339
a Trailer The lights and brakes on if necessary, pull to the side of the road to let the engine cool. When driving down hills, reduce your speed and use the D3 If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn the air Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can disrupt your steering and cause - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing 4WD system, your vehicle must be towed with all four wheels on the ground (flat towing). When purchasing a tow bar, make sure you select a reputable manufacturer and installer. Follow the manufacturer's attachment instructions - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 341
on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. Only remove the fuse after you have performed the transmission shifting procedure, and the key is in the ACCESSORY (I) position. Store the fuse in an obvious location (center tray, coin pockets, etc) as a reminder to re-install the fuse before driving 335 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 342
use on pavement. But its higher ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved and recommendations. Be sure to store cargo properly and do not exceed your cargo load limits (see page 305 and Follow all instructions and guidelines in this owner's manual. Keep your speed low, - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 343
to do all scheduled maintenance and service, and inspect your vehicle for any problems. Pay special suspension or other components. Because your vehicle has a high center of gravity, driving over a large obstacle, or allowing back down the hill, following the same route you took up the hill - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 344
or other conditions, choose a safe and appropriate course of action. You should never use a jack to try getting unstuck. A jack only works on firm, level ground. Also, your vehicle could easily slip off the jack and hurt you or someone else. 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles If you spin the wheels excessively - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Engine Oil ...349 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...350 Engine Coolant ...352 Windshield Washers ...354 Automatic Transmission Fluid...355 Rear Differential Fluid ...357 Brake Fluid ...357 Power Steering Fluid...358 Lights ...359 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...365 Floor Mats ...365 Audio Antenna - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 346
parts. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 347
have your dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the engine operating conditions, the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage. ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR Engine Oil Life Display SELECT/RESET - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 348
item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed below the engine oil life indicator. The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicators remind you that your vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance. When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 349
18:45:03 31SWA630_348 Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page 347 ). You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the average fuel mileage, press and release - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 350
the odometer or the average fuel mileage, press and release the select/reset knob. When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative distance traveled, the maintenance minder indicator ( ) remains on even if you change the information display. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 351
(s) will begin to blink. Press the select/ reset knob for another 5 seconds. 6. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ''100.'' Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent, efficient service. Maintenance CONTINUED 345 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 352
the information display. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 298 . Engine coolant level Check - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 353
whichever comes first. Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant Replace rear differential fluid 2 Maintenance Minder 3 1 : If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. 4 5 6 2 : 4WD : See - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 354
09/07/16 18:45:55 31SWA630_353 Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 348 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 355
weight is provided on the container's label. 0W-20 oil is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover. Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 356
to the maintenance messages shown on the information display. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle should be raised on a service - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 357
and check your work. Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground. Maintenance 351 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 358
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible. If the reserve tank is completely empty, you should also check the coolant level in the radiator. Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 359
carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment. 5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully. Maintenance RADIATOR CAP 6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 360
of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will help to condition the blade edges. Do not use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze can damage your vehicle's paint, while a vinegar/water solution can - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Start the engine, let it run until the radiator fan comes on, then shut off the engine Maintenance CONTINUED 355 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 362
back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. Make sure the rubber cap on the dipstick fits in the dipstick guide and that you push the dipstick in all the way. If you are not sure how to add fluid, contact your dealer. Use only Honda luid other than Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Fluid 4WD model only The rear differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the maintenance messages reservoir monthly. Replace the brake fluid according to the maintenance messages shown on the information display. Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 364
emergency replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can LOWER LEVEL Check the level on the side of the reservoir when the engine is cold. The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter. 1. Open the hood. To change the headlight bulb on the driver's side, remove the under-hood fuse box from its stay by pulling it out. Maintenance CONTINUED 359 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 366
09/07/16 18:47:58 31SWA630_365 Lights 5. Install the new bulb into the hole, making sure the tabs are in their slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into the slot. 6. Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly. Make sure one of the three arrows on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 367
it in place. 5. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 6. (Driver's side) Reinstall the coolant reserve tank. HOLDER Maintenance SOCKET 1. Open the hood. To change the turn signal bulb on the driver's side, remove the engine coolant reserve tank by pulling it out of its holder - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 368
Bulb FUSE BOX BULB 4. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 5. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 6. (Driver's side) Reinstall the fuse box in place securely. On the passenger's side SOCKET 1. Open the hood. To change - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 369
09/07/29 20:55:12 31SWA630_368 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs COVER SCREWS BULBS BULBS Maintenance 1. Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on the edge of the cover to prevent scratches. Remove the covers by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Use a Phillips-head - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 370
in the body, then push the taillight assembly into place. Tighten the two mounting screws securely and reinstall the covers. Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb 1. Open the tailgate. Unlatch the top of the cover by pulling back on it with your hands. 2. Place a cloth on the side edge of the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 371
09/07/16 18:48:59 31SWA630_370 Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts SOCKET LOOP Floor Mats BULB ANCHOR Maintenance 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Press the brake pedal to make sure the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 372
floor mats on top of the anchored mats. Audio Antenna Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system/climate control system. Have your dealer replace this filter when this service is indicated by a maintenance - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 373
sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield. BLADE Maintenance LOCK TAB To replace a front wiper blade: 1. Raise each wiper arm off the windshield, lifting the driver's side first, then the passenger's side. 2. Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm: Press and - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 374
the windshield, the passenger's side first, then the driver's side. 5. Place the top of the wiper blade on the end of the blade assembly, and slide the blade onto the assembly in the direction pointed to by the arrow. Make sure the blade is completely installed. Make sure the three rubber tabs - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 375
ends of the blade into the holder. Make sure they are secure. 6. Install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place or metal reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 376
, and riding comfort. Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. Overinflated tires can can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. 370 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 377
at the same time. Check the air pressures when the tires are cold. This air pressure. The tire will be underinflated. You should get your own tire pressure gauge and use it whenever you check your tire pressures. This will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 378
Life The service life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including, but not limited to, driving habits, road conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use). Your tires have wear indicators - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 379
tires installed, make sure they are balanced. This increases maintenance messages displayed on the information display. Move the tires to the positions shown in the diagram each time they are rotated. If you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-to-back. When the tires are rotated, make sure the air - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 380
work on that tire. Replacement wheels are available at your dealer. Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability. This or killed. Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner's manual. Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: 17 x 6 1/2J Tires: 225/ - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains. Maintenance If you mount snow tires on your - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 382
18:51:07 31SWA630_381 Tires, Wheels, Checking the Battery When installing cables, follow the manufacturer's instructions, and mount them as tight as you can. Make sure they are not contacting the brake lines or suspension. Drive slowly with them installed. If you hear them coming into contact with - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 383
related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system. Always disconnect the negative ( ) cable first, and reconnect it last. Maintenance TEST - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 384
the fuel tank. Wash and dry the exterior completely. Clean the interior. Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry. Leave the parking brake off. Put the transmission in Park. Block the rear wheels. If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period, it should be supported on - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 385
09/07/16 18:51:35 31SWA630_384 Vehicle Storage Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton. Non-porous materials, such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint. If possible, periodically run the engine until - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 386
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going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed. 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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 388
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. Check the air pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 60 psi - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 389
towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer. 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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 390
09/07/16 18:52:13 31SWA630_389 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH JACK JACKING POINT 5. Take the jack out of the spare tire area. Turn the jack's end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack by lifting it straight up. 6. Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 391
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 WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRAKE - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 392
09/07/16 18:52:33 31SWA630_391 Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT For spare For normal tire tire CENTER CAP SPACER CONE 14. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf· - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 393
the tabs on the wing bolt to disengage it from the center of the spacer cone, then pull the bolt downward. To install the wing bolt to the spacer cone, reverse this procedure. 18. Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 394
switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 403 . 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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 395
III) position, but the engine does not run. Are you using a properly coded key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer Engine on page 314 . 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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 396
sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen battery can cause it to rupture. 2. Turn off all the electrical accessories: heater, A/C, climate control, audio system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Park, and set the parking brake. BOOSTER - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Unexpected 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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 398
. Put the transmission in Park, and set the parking brake. Turn off all the accessories, and turn on the hazard warning lights. 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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 399
). 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. Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you. Always let - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 400
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. Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance. Running the engine with low oil pressure - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 401
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 If the battery in your vehicle has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes controls and engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 402
U.S. Canada The brake fluid level is probably low. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 357 ). If the fluid level feel normal, you should take immediate action. A problem in one part of the system's dual circuit design - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 403
under the dashboard on the driver's side. The fuse label is attached under the steering column. The auxiliary fuse box is located next to the interior fuse box. To open the fuse box lid, pull the tab in the direction as shown in the illustration. The under-hood fuse box is - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 404
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 the LOCK (0) position. Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off. 2. Remove the cover from the fuse box. FUSE BLOWN 3. Check each of the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 405
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 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 406
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 a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating. 400 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 407
Window Accessory Power Socket (in the Console Compartment/ on the Center Table) Rear Right Power Window Rear Left power window ACC Radio ACC Key lock HAC Daytime Running Lights Front Wiper AUXILIARY No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7.5 A 15 A 10 A 7.5 A (15 A) Circuits Protected Power Window Relay Fuel - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 408
A 20 A 20 A 30 A 40 A 15 A 15 A 15 A Circuits Protected Battery Not used Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA FSR ABS/VSA Motor Headlight Main Power Window IGPS OIL LEVEL Not used High Power Sound / Windshield Defroster IG Coil FI Main MG Clutch DBW Interior Light Back Up : If equipped 402 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 409
professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous. On 4WD models On 2WD models ground, do this: Start the engine. Shift to D position and hold for 5 seconds, then to N. Turn off the engine. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 410
/16 18:55:36 31SWA630_409 Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin towing. 404 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 411
09/07/16 18:55:40 31SWA630_410 Technical Information The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 412
bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label. To access the VIN in the engine compartment, pull down the lid on the back of the engine compartment. Make sure to close the lid before closing the hood. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) CERTIFICATION LABEL 406 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 413
09/07/16 18:55:51 31SWA630_412 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the front of the engine block. You can see the engine number through the window next to the ''H'' logo. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Technical - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 414
(NGK) SXU22HCR11S (DENSO) 1 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 2 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil Change 1 Including filter Without filter Total Approx. 15.3 US gal (58 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 415
Front turn signal lights Parking lights/side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Stop/Taillights Back-up lights Taillight/Rear side marker lights High-mount brake light License plate light Ceiling light Spotlights Cargo area light Vanity mirror Lights : EX, EX-L Battery Capacity 5 2 3 12 V 12 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 416
depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 417
09/07/16 18:56:47 31SWA630_416 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 418
09/07/16 18:56:59 31SWA630_417 Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below. TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE (1) Tire Size 102 Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Below is an - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 419
18:57:10 31SWA630_418 Tire Labeling FW6X 2202 Tire type code. Date of manufacture. Year Week Glossary of Tire Terminology Cold Tire Pressure The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Load Rating Means the maximum load that - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 420
to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain low tire pressure telltale. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 421
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Required Federal Explanation Always check the - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 422
. The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned. Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 423
and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FI System Three Way Catalytic Converter The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The powertrain control module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how much - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 424
it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's performance. Follow these guidelines to - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 425
your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because . 1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4). 2. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6 hours or - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 426
16 18:58:08 31SWA630_425 Emissions Testing 7. Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 the brake pedal. 9. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30 minutes. If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 427
09/07/16 18:58:13 31SWA630_426 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information...422 Warranty Coverages ...423 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ...424 Authorized Manuals ...425 Warranty and Customer Relations 421 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 428
or general manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact Honda Customer Service. U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 429
2010 warranty manual that came with your vehicle. warranties cover your vehicle's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty this warranty gives up Honda accessories - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 430
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 431
CR-V Owner's Manual 2010 Honda CR-V Navigation System Owner's Manual 2010 Honda CR-V Honda Service History 2010 Honda CR-V Technology Reference Guide Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate Year and Model Desired Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 432
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/16 18:58:56 31SWA630_432 Index A Accessories...302 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position) ...84 Accessory Power Sockets...123 Active Head Restraint ...103 Additives, Engine Oil...350 Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...81 Advanced Airbags...28 Airbag (SRS) ...10, 23 Air Conditioning System...130, 135 Usage - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 434
Customer Service ...422 D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...3, 4, 60, 74 Daytime Running Lights...78 Daytime Running Lights Indicator ...65 Dead Battery ...390 Defects, Reporting Safety...424 Defogger, Rear Window ...80 Defrosting the Windows...134, 139 Detachable Anchor...109 Dimensions - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 435
...55 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...17 F Fan, Interior ...131, 137 Features ...129 Filling the Fuel Tank ...295 Filters Dust and Pollen ...366 Oil ...350 Flashers, Hazard Warning...79 Flat Tire, Changing a ...383 Fluids Automatic Transmission...355 Brake ...357 Power Steering...358 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 436
294 Tank, Refueling ...295 Fuel Economy ...299 Fuses, Checking the ...398 Gas Station Procedures...295 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...71 Fuel Ignition Keys...82 Switch ...84 Timing Control System ...417 Immobilizer System...83 Important Safety Precautions ...6 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...359 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 437
, 396 Charging System ...62, 394 Cruise Control ...64 DRL (Daytime Running Lights)...65 High Beam...65 Key (Immobilizer System) ...63 Low Fuel ...65 Low Oil Pressure ...62, 394 Low Tire Pressure ...66, 326 Maintenance Minder...67, 341 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...62, 395 Passenger Airbag Off ...33 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 438
Proper Viscosity Chart ...349 ON (Ignition Key Position) ...84 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ...416 Outside Mirrors ...115 Outside Temperature Indicator ...71 Overheating, Engine ...392 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...346 Oxygenated Fuels...294 M Maintenance ...339 Minder ...341-347 Main Items - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 439
Engine Oil and Filter ...350 Fuses ...397 Light Bulbs ...359 Schedule ...341 Tires ...374 Wiper Blades ...367 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...22 Reporting Safety Defects ...424 Reserve Tank, Engine Number ...406 Service Intervals ...341 Service Manual ...425 Service Station Procedures ... - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 440
Sunglasses Holder ...122 Supplemental Restraint System...10, 23 Servicing ...34 SRS Indicator...32, 63 System Components...23 Synthetic Oil ...350 T Table Center ...120 Tailgate Open Indicator ...65 Opening the ...95 Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...363 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 381 Technical - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 441
Treadwear ...372 Trip Meter ...69 Turn Signals ...76 USB Flash Memory Device.. 184, 242 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...351 V Vehicle Capacity Load ...305 Vehicle Dimensions...408 Vehicle Identification Number...406 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...324 Indicators ...64 Vehicle Storage ...378 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 442
Auto Reverse ...112 Operating the Power ...112 Rear, Defogger ...80 Windshield Cleaning ...75 Defroster ...134, 139 Washers ...75 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ...367 Operation ...75 WMA ...151, 168, 207 Worn Tires ...372 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...403 : U.S. only X XM Satellite Radio ...161 - 2010 Honda CR-V | Owner's Manual - Page 443
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higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.3 US gal (58 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 0W-20 detergent oil (see page 349 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 355 ). On 4WD model only
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