Owner's Manual
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......289 A summary of the Unexpected ...249 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to contact us. 1999 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Authorized Manuals ...numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Instruments and Controls ...51 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...
......289 A summary of the Unexpected ...249 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to contact us. 1999 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Authorized Manuals ...numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Instruments and Controls ...51 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...
Owner's Manual
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... a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with their seats, with your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off. Driver and Passenger Safety Sitting improperly can be seriously or fatally injured by striking interior parts of the vehicle, or by being struck...
... a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with their seats, with your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off. Driver and Passenger Safety Sitting improperly can be seriously or fatally injured by striking interior parts of the vehicle, or by being struck...
Owner's Manual
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...the system is to alert you should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If the light stays on after the engine starts. See your dealer. Driver and Passenger Safety This tells you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will remain tight until you ... Belt Tensioners Work How the SRS Indicator Light Works purpose of these indications, your airbags may not deploy or your Supplemental Restraint System. Your Honda has automatic seat belt tensioners for added protection during a moderate to a potential problem. However, if the light comes on and off while ...
...the system is to alert you should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If the light stays on after the engine starts. See your dealer. Driver and Passenger Safety This tells you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will remain tight until you ... Belt Tensioners Work How the SRS Indicator Light Works purpose of these indications, your airbags may not deploy or your Supplemental Restraint System. Your Honda has automatic seat belt tensioners for added protection during a moderate to a potential problem. However, if the light comes on and off while ...
Owner's Manual
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... The vehicle was in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in an unconfined area, with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as shown below. Set the temperature control to move the vehicle out of carbon monoxide can pull exhaust... gas into your vehicle properly. High levels of the garage. With the tailgate open , run the engine with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in normal driving if you must sit in your parked vehicle, even in the sound of the exhaust. ...
... The vehicle was in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in an unconfined area, with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as shown below. Set the temperature control to move the vehicle out of carbon monoxide can pull exhaust... gas into your vehicle properly. High levels of the garage. With the tailgate open , run the engine with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in normal driving if you must sit in your parked vehicle, even in the sound of the exhaust. ...
Owner's Manual
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... . If it remains lit after a few seconds but the light stays on until you fasten your passengers to you release the parking brake while the engine is running, or comes on while driving, it indicates a problem in the brake system. If it comes on at any other time, it can... indicate a problem in the supplemental restraint system. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged. SRS Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you have not released the parking brake. A ...
... . If it remains lit after a few seconds but the light stays on until you fasten your passengers to you release the parking brake while the engine is running, or comes on while driving, it indicates a problem in the brake system. If it comes on at any other time, it can... indicate a problem in the supplemental restraint system. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged. SRS Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you have not released the parking brake. A ...
Owner's Manual
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... CRUISE CONTROL ABS System (ABS) Indicator Only on when you signal a lane change or turn the ignition switch ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal light blinks when you turn . When you are on (see page 165...
... CRUISE CONTROL ABS System (ABS) Indicator Only on when you signal a lane change or turn the ignition switch ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal light blinks when you turn . When you are on (see page 165...
Owner's Manual
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The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the tachometer needle in the red zone. This ... total distance your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). It measures miles in Canadian models. Instruments and Controls Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in miles per minute (rpm). To reset it . It is illegal under U.S. ODOMETER TRIP METER MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR RESET BUTTON TEMPERATURE GAUGE Speedometer...
The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the tachometer needle in the red zone. This ... total distance your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). It measures miles in Canadian models. Instruments and Controls Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in miles per minute (rpm). To reset it . It is illegal under U.S. ODOMETER TRIP METER MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR RESET BUTTON TEMPERATURE GAUGE Speedometer...
Owner's Manual
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...to page 262 for instructions and precautions on level ground. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the side of the engine's coolant. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the road. Gauges TACHOMETER TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE ODOMETER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON ... after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II). Instruments and Controls It is most accurate when the vehicle is on checking the engine's cooling system. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to the upper white zone. In severe driving conditions...
...to page 262 for instructions and precautions on level ground. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the side of the engine's coolant. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the road. Gauges TACHOMETER TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE ODOMETER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON ... after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II). Instruments and Controls It is most accurate when the vehicle is on checking the engine's cooling system. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to the upper white zone. In severe driving conditions...
Owner's Manual
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..., then close the door. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to start the engine. ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. This is the normal key position when driving. To lock any passenger's door when getting out of the...
..., then close the door. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to start the engine. ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. This is the normal key position when driving. To lock any passenger's door when getting out of the...
Owner's Manual
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... to warm the air. Comfort and Convenience Features The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. The engine must be running for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. Open Close You can be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the ... tab in the comers of each vent up the system controls for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. If the engine is cold, it will be opened and closed with the dials next to them. Heating and Cooling Vent Controls CENTER VENT SIDE VENT How to...
... to warm the air. Comfort and Convenience Features The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. The engine must be running for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. Open Close You can be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the ... tab in the comers of each vent up the system controls for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. If the engine is cold, it will be opened and closed with the dials next to them. Heating and Cooling Vent Controls CENTER VENT SIDE VENT How to...
Owner's Manual
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...stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. Make sure the temperature control dial is humid, select Recirculation mode. Start the engine. 2. Make sure the temperature control dial is dry, select Fresh Air mode. Comfort and Convenience Features RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH REAR DEFOGGER... up the controls this way: 1. Select and Recirculation mode. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. Turn on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 57) when driving in the button should come on the A/C by pressing the button. If the ...
...stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. Make sure the temperature control dial is humid, select Recirculation mode. Start the engine. 2. Make sure the temperature control dial is dry, select Fresh Air mode. Comfort and Convenience Features RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH REAR DEFOGGER... up the controls this way: 1. Select and Recirculation mode. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. Turn on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 57) when driving in the button should come on the A/C by pressing the button. If the ...
Owner's Manual
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... Fresh Air mode and turns on the rear window defogger to another mode from the inside of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Start the engine. 2. Switch the fan on . Select When you switch to help clear the rear window. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the...
... Fresh Air mode and turns on the rear window defogger to another mode from the inside of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Start the engine. 2. Switch the fan on . Select When you switch to help clear the rear window. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the...
Owner's Manual
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... CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on the A/C. 3. Start the engine. 2.
... CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on the A/C. 3. Start the engine. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... have a clear view through all the way to the left. Comfort and Convenience Features This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up enough to operate the heater. To Turn Everything Off To shut off only for the first few minutes of the windshield and the... direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at all other times so stale air does not build up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up . You can close the side vents with the dial beside each vent. You should shut the system completely off the system temporarily...
... have a clear view through all the way to the left. Comfort and Convenience Features This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up enough to operate the heater. To Turn Everything Off To shut off only for the first few minutes of the windshield and the... direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at all other times so stale air does not build up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up . You can close the side vents with the dial beside each vent. You should shut the system completely off the system temporarily...
Owner's Manual
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... the information in Period...140 Gasoline...140 Service Station Procedures...141 Filling the Fuel Tank...141 Opening the Hood...142 Oil Check...143 Engine Coolant Check...144 Fuel Economy...145 Vehicle Condition...145 Driving Habits...145 Accessories and Modifications...146 Carrying Cargo...148 Before Driving Break-in ...this section will help you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you should know how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how...
... the information in Period...140 Gasoline...140 Service Station Procedures...141 Filling the Fuel Tank...141 Opening the Hood...142 Oil Check...143 Engine Coolant Check...144 Fuel Economy...145 Vehicle Condition...145 Driving Habits...145 Accessories and Modifications...146 Carrying Cargo...148 Before Driving Break-in ...this section will help you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you should know how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how...
Owner's Manual
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...designed to operate on . If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. During this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Using gasoline containing...attention to air pollution. We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period ...
...designed to operate on . If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. During this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Using gasoline containing...attention to air pollution. We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period ...
Owner's Manual
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... Gasoline is on the handle at least three times. Handle fuel only outdoors. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the driver's side of the driver's seat. Do not try...
... Gasoline is on the handle at least three times. Handle fuel only outdoors. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the driver's side of the driver's seat. Do not try...
Owner's Manual
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..., lift it is securely latched. Lower the hood to remove the support rod from the hole. Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the vehicle with a clean cloth or paper towel. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Put...
..., lift it is securely latched. Lower the hood to remove the support rod from the hole. Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the vehicle with a clean cloth or paper towel. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Put...
Owner's Manual
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...is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Oil on checking other items in its tube. 4. If it all the way back in your Honda. Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. Before Driving It should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Refer to Owner Maintenance...on page 195 for information on adding the proper coolant. If it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 201 for information on page 197. Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX MIN 3. Remove the dipstick again and check the level. ...
...is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Oil on checking other items in its tube. 4. If it all the way back in your Honda. Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. Before Driving It should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Refer to Owner Maintenance...on page 195 for information on adding the proper coolant. If it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 201 for information on page 197. Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX MIN 3. Remove the dipstick again and check the level. ...
Owner's Manual
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...outside . You can improve fuel economy by letting it use more "rolling resistance," which makes it idle for a long time. A cold engine uses more fuel. Fuel Economy The condition of your vehicle and your driving habits are the two most important things that affect the fuel ...mileage you get . Vehicle Condition Always maintain your vehicle uses extra fuel. An important part of that allows the engine to the maintenance schedule. In winter, the build-up , your vehicle according to run and accelerate smoothly. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle's...
...outside . You can improve fuel economy by letting it use more "rolling resistance," which makes it idle for a long time. A cold engine uses more fuel. Fuel Economy The condition of your vehicle and your driving habits are the two most important things that affect the fuel ...mileage you get . Vehicle Condition Always maintain your vehicle uses extra fuel. An important part of that allows the engine to the maintenance schedule. In winter, the build-up , your vehicle according to run and accelerate smoothly. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle's...