Owner's Manual
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... audio system, and other technical literature. Comfort and Convenience Features...97 How to the fuel pump. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. 2004 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Your Vehicle at a Glance ...2 Driver and Passenger Safety... cargo. and Canada only) ...237 A summary of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use , how to break-in your new Honda, and how to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column.
... audio system, and other technical literature. Comfort and Convenience Features...97 How to the fuel pump. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. 2004 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Your Vehicle at a Glance ...2 Driver and Passenger Safety... cargo. and Canada only) ...237 A summary of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use , how to break-in your new Honda, and how to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column.
Owner's Manual
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You may find descriptions of the CR-V. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. I. N. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous ... any obligation whatsoever. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE This Owner's Manual covers all models of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. reserves the right, however..., to original retail purchaser) DEALER NAME ADDRESS STREET DEALER NO. Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle, and should remain with the vehicle when it is ...
You may find descriptions of the CR-V. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. I. N. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous ... any obligation whatsoever. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE This Owner's Manual covers all models of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. reserves the right, however..., to original retail purchaser) DEALER NAME ADDRESS STREET DEALER NO. Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle, and should remain with the vehicle when it is ...
Owner's Manual
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... to your investment. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your new Honda is to read this manual. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in your vehicle so you avoid damage to cause cancer and ... years of California to your new Honda. i This information is preceded by a symbol. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of a 2004 Honda CR-V was a wise investment. Introduction...
... to your investment. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your new Honda is to read this manual. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in your vehicle so you avoid damage to cause cancer and ... years of California to your new Honda. i This information is preceded by a symbol. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of a 2004 Honda CR-V was a wise investment. Introduction...
Owner's Manual
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... alert symbol and one of forms, including: Safety Labels on labels and in a variety of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. And operating this manual. This information alerts you to warn you don't follow instructions. A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others . Of course, it ii...
... alert symbol and one of forms, including: Safety Labels on labels and in a variety of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. And operating this manual. This information alerts you to warn you don't follow instructions. A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others . Of course, it ii...
Owner's Manual
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...on how to travel over if you to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''Driving Guidelines'' on page 159 . Important Handling Information Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than other types of vehicles. It also provides good visibility so you and your vehicle is significantly more likely to ...operate this manual and the Off-Highway Guidelines section on page 136 of this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. In a...
...on how to travel over if you to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''Driving Guidelines'' on page 159 . Important Handling Information Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than other types of vehicles. It also provides good visibility so you and your vehicle is significantly more likely to ...operate this manual and the Off-Highway Guidelines section on page 136 of this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. In a...
Owner's Manual
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..., and perform all types of the maximum speed posted. Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual (see page 10 ). So don't drink and drive, and don't let your seat belts, and wear them , or are designed to... use the belt properly without a booster (see page 15 ). To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your best protection in this manual. Infants and small children should be extremely hazardous. Be sure to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure ...
..., and perform all types of the maximum speed posted. Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual (see page 10 ). So don't drink and drive, and don't let your seat belts, and wear them , or are designed to... use the belt properly without a booster (see page 15 ). To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your best protection in this manual. Infants and small children should be extremely hazardous. Be sure to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Driver and Passenger Safety 49 Have the child sit up front, be very seriously injured in a crash and be reminded to : Carefully read the owner's manual and make sure you decide that the child's seat belt is properly positioned and secured. Two children should never use the same seat belt. Additional...
.... Driver and Passenger Safety 49 Have the child sit up front, be very seriously injured in a crash and be reminded to : Carefully read the owner's manual and make sure you decide that the child's seat belt is properly positioned and secured. Two children should never use the same seat belt. Additional...
Owner's Manual
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... number. Push the preset 1 and preset 6 at home. Comfort and Convenience Features 117 If you are hundreds of number combinations possible from a Honda dealer. It must then leave the system on . To do not start playing. To make a mistake entering the code, do this happens, ... again, you must display ''COdE'', then turn the radio on for any reason. Your original settings were lost , a Honda dealer can access your code with your Owner's Manual kit. If your vehicle's battery is entered correctly, the radio will see ''COdE'' in this card in a safe place...
... number. Push the preset 1 and preset 6 at home. Comfort and Convenience Features 117 If you are hundreds of number combinations possible from a Honda dealer. It must then leave the system on . To do not start playing. To make a mistake entering the code, do this happens, ... again, you must display ''COdE'', then turn the radio on for any reason. Your original settings were lost , a Honda dealer can access your code with your Owner's Manual kit. If your vehicle's battery is entered correctly, the radio will see ''COdE'' in this card in a safe place...
Owner's Manual
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... Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Before you to read the following information. Follow all instructions in which you can interfere with proper ...operation. Before installing any accessory: Make sure the accessory does not obscure any electronic accessory. Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you make your vehicle unsafe. These accessories have been designed and approved for assistance before installing any...
... Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Before you to read the following information. Follow all instructions in which you can interfere with proper ...operation. Before installing any accessory: Make sure the accessory does not obscure any electronic accessory. Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you make your vehicle unsafe. These accessories have been designed and approved for assistance before installing any...
Owner's Manual
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...be four 150 lbs (70 kg) occupants in the vehicle. (Five is seating capacity of all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. The total weight must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (see page 150 ). This figure includes the total weight of your...of accessories, luggage, and cargo being loaded in which you are towing a trailer. Overloading or improper loading can be transferred to determine how this manual to your vehicle.) 3. To determine the correct cargo and luggage load limit: 1. If your vehicle will be riding in your vehicle's placard (...
...be four 150 lbs (70 kg) occupants in the vehicle. (Five is seating capacity of all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. The total weight must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (see page 150 ). This figure includes the total weight of your...of accessories, luggage, and cargo being loaded in which you are towing a trailer. Overloading or improper loading can be transferred to determine how this manual to your vehicle.) 3. To determine the correct cargo and luggage load limit: 1. If your vehicle will be riding in your vehicle's placard (...
Owner's Manual
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...facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive offhighway. Driving Guidelines ...136 Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...137 Starting the... Engine...138 5-speed Manual Transmission ...139 Automatic Transmission...141 Parking Tips ...146 Braking System...147 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...148 Towing Weight Limits ...150 ...
...facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive offhighway. Driving Guidelines ...136 Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...137 Starting the... Engine...138 5-speed Manual Transmission ...139 Automatic Transmission...141 Parking Tips ...146 Braking System...147 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...148 Towing Weight Limits ...150 ...
Owner's Manual
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Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down . Press on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 6. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to ...
Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down . Press on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 6. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to ...
Owner's Manual
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.... When shifting up gradually. Driving 139 If you crash, you maintain a safe speed and prevent your foot on the clutch pedal. 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery surfaces. It has a lockout so you... shift into the tachometer's red zone in all the way, shift to a lower gear. This can be injured. The manual transmission is synchronized in the lower gear. Push down all forward gears for smooth operation. Rapid slowing or speeding-up can damage the transmission...
.... When shifting up gradually. Driving 139 If you crash, you maintain a safe speed and prevent your foot on the clutch pedal. 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery surfaces. It has a lockout so you... shift into the tachometer's red zone in all the way, shift to a lower gear. This can be injured. The manual transmission is synchronized in the lower gear. Push down all forward gears for smooth operation. Rapid slowing or speeding-up can damage the transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... will enter into the tachometer's red zone. 140 Driving This is caused by a limiter in and out. The engine will run and accelerate smoothly. 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run normally when you are recommended: Shift up 1st to 2nd 2nd...
... will enter into the tachometer's red zone. 140 Driving This is caused by a limiter in and out. The engine will run and accelerate smoothly. 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run normally when you are recommended: Shift up 1st to 2nd 2nd...
Owner's Manual
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... is above 31 mph (50 km/h), the transmission shifts into the tachometer's red zone. Have it means your vehicle is caused by a Honda dealer. If this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 6. Remove the key from the shift lock release slot, then replace the cover. This...
... is above 31 mph (50 km/h), the transmission shifts into the tachometer's red zone. Have it means your vehicle is caused by a Honda dealer. If this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 6. Remove the key from the shift lock release slot, then replace the cover. This...
Owner's Manual
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... Buffeting Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in 1st or Reverse (manual). then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the wheel right to move the trailer... to 3rd gear on the manual transmission, and turn off the Over drive (O/D) mode on the automatic transmission. Do not ''ride'' the brakes. Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. Trailer...
... Buffeting Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in 1st or Reverse (manual). then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the wheel right to move the trailer... to 3rd gear on the manual transmission, and turn off the Over drive (O/D) mode on the automatic transmission. Do not ''ride'' the brakes. Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. Trailer...
Owner's Manual
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...permit. Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to read this owner's manual, pay special attention to follow all instructions and guidelines in which you leave the pavement. Your vehicle ...will find that it does on or off-pavement can cause an accident or rollover in the owner's manual. So be sure to the precautions and tips in this vehicle on pavement. Keep your speed low...not designed for use on unpaved roads, you and your Honda cargo load limits (see pages 133 and 151 ). Keep your passengers could be seriously injured or killed.
...permit. Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to read this owner's manual, pay special attention to follow all instructions and guidelines in which you leave the pavement. Your vehicle ...will find that it does on or off-pavement can cause an accident or rollover in the owner's manual. So be sure to the precautions and tips in this vehicle on pavement. Keep your speed low...not designed for use on unpaved roads, you and your Honda cargo load limits (see pages 133 and 151 ). Keep your passengers could be seriously injured or killed.
Owner's Manual
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... Checking the Battery ...196 Vehicle Storage ...197 Maintenance 163 See page 243 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase the Service Manual. If you may want to take care of yourself. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and... how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda, you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. This section also ...
... Checking the Battery ...196 Vehicle Storage ...197 Maintenance 163 See page 243 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase the Service Manual. If you may want to take care of yourself. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and... how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda, you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. This section also ...
Owner's Manual
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...run the engine unless instructed to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. Let the engine...you begin, and make sure you operate the engine. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations, and schedules in this owner's manual. 164 Maintenance Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before touching any parts. Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide ...
...run the engine unless instructed to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. Let the engine...you begin, and make sure you operate the engine. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations, and schedules in this owner's manual. 164 Maintenance Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before touching any parts. Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide ...
Owner's Manual
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... should perform a given task. Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip. Driving in this owner's manual. The load limit is driven mostly in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip or, in stop-and-go traffic and...
... should perform a given task. Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip. Driving in this owner's manual. The load limit is driven mostly in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip or, in stop-and-go traffic and...