Owner's Manual
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..., dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Comfort and Convenience Features ...97 How to the fuel pump. Driving ...143 The proper way to use dashboard and steering column controls. Instruments and Controls ...53 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...171 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. 2005 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual...
..., dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Comfort and Convenience Features ...97 How to the fuel pump. Driving ...143 The proper way to use dashboard and steering column controls. Instruments and Controls ...53 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...171 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. 2005 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual...
Owner's Manual
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... enhance the enjoyment of a 2005 Honda CR-V was a wise investment. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to it at any questions and concerns. Your dealer is dedicated to your investment. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle, other reproductive harm. Introduction...
... enhance the enjoyment of a 2005 Honda CR-V was a wise investment. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to it at any questions and concerns. Your dealer is dedicated to your investment. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle, other reproductive harm. Introduction...
Owner's Manual
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Your Vehicle at a Glance POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.73) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.89) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9 , 23) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.55) GAUGES (P.61) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.149) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.147) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.102) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG (P.9 , 23) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.86) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.67) PARKING BRAKE (P.68) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.98) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.95) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.131) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.132) Your Vehicle at a Glance HATCH GLASS RELEASE BUTTON (P.74) A/T model is...
Your Vehicle at a Glance POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.73) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.89) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9 , 23) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.55) GAUGES (P.61) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.149) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.147) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.102) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG (P.9 , 23) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.86) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.67) PARKING BRAKE (P.68) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.98) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.95) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.131) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.132) Your Vehicle at a Glance HATCH GLASS RELEASE BUTTON (P.74) A/T model is...
Owner's Manual
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Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.67) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.102) CLOCK (P.125) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.66) SHIFT LEVER (A/T) (P.149) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.123) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.159) MOONROOF (P.88) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.67) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.68) PARKING BRAKE (P.68) CRUISE CONTROL (P.126) HORN STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.69) CRUISE CONTROL (P.126) A/T model is shown. : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 4
Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.67) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.102) CLOCK (P.125) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.66) SHIFT LEVER (A/T) (P.149) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.123) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.159) MOONROOF (P.88) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.67) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.68) PARKING BRAKE (P.68) CRUISE CONTROL (P.126) HORN STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.69) CRUISE CONTROL (P.126) A/T model is shown. : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 4
Owner's Manual
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... wear your passengers during a crash. and tensioners that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment; These include a strong steel framework that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. (10) (7) (5) (3) (4) Driver and Passenger Safety (11) (8) (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 Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners However, you and your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute...
... wear your passengers during a crash. and tensioners that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment; These include a strong steel framework that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. (10) (7) (5) (3) (4) Driver and Passenger Safety (11) (8) (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 Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners However, you and your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute...
Owner's Manual
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... Indicator ...62 Check Fuel Cap Indicator ...63 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...64 Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 65 Turn Signals and Headlights ...66 Instrument Panel Brightness ...67 Hazard Warning Button ...67 Rear Window Defogger ...68 Parking Brake ...68 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...69 Keys and Locks ...70 Immobilizer System...71 Ignition Switch ...72 Door Locks ...73 Power Door Locks ...73 Childproof Door Locks ...73 Tailgate and Hatch Glass...74 Remote Transmitter ...75 Seats ...78 Seat Heaters ...86 Power Windows ...86 Moonroof ...88 Mirrors ...88 Interior Convenience Items ...90...
... Indicator ...62 Check Fuel Cap Indicator ...63 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...64 Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 65 Turn Signals and Headlights ...66 Instrument Panel Brightness ...67 Hazard Warning Button ...67 Rear Window Defogger ...68 Parking Brake ...68 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...69 Keys and Locks ...70 Immobilizer System...71 Ignition Switch ...72 Door Locks ...73 Power Door Locks ...73 Childproof Door Locks ...73 Tailgate and Hatch Glass...74 Remote Transmitter ...75 Seats ...78 Seat Heaters ...86 Power Windows ...86 Moonroof ...88 Mirrors ...88 Interior Convenience Items ...90...
Owner's Manual
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... blinks rapidly, it comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) with the headlight switch off if you turn on the outside of the turn signals on the headlights or release the parking brake. Replace the bulb as soon as a reminder that you are on (see page 67 ). ''Daytime Running Lights'' Indicator Canadian models only Low Fuel Indicator This indicator comes on as possible, since...
... blinks rapidly, it comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) with the headlight switch off if you turn on the outside of the turn signals on the headlights or release the parking brake. Replace the bulb as soon as a reminder that you are on (see page 67 ). ''Daytime Running Lights'' Indicator Canadian models only Low Fuel Indicator This indicator comes on as possible, since...
Owner's Manual
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... the instrument panel come on as you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in slightly. This can remove the key from ACCESSORY (I) to lose control. Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it in Park before you can cause you leave the key in the ignition switch in this position. The ignition switch...
... the instrument panel come on as you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in slightly. This can remove the key from ACCESSORY (I) to lose control. Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it in Park before you can cause you leave the key in the ignition switch in this position. The ignition switch...
Owner's Manual
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... the battery or installing the fuse. 1. To close the window completely, then hold the switch for a second or two more. AUTO REVERSE If the driver's window senses any obstacle while it is removed, the AUTO function will automatically go up or down or up to the second detent, and release it. If your vehicle checked by operating the windows unintentionally. The power window system...
... the battery or installing the fuse. 1. To close the window completely, then hold the switch for a second or two more. AUTO REVERSE If the driver's window senses any obstacle while it is removed, the AUTO function will automatically go up or down or up to the second detent, and release it. If your vehicle checked by operating the windows unintentionally. The power window system...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle's hydraulic system. See your vehicle. GROUND (BLACK) BACK-UP LIGHT (GREEN/ BLACK) LEFT TURN SIGNAL (GREEN/ RED) If you can cause damage to tow, and use a non-Honda trailer lighting harness and converter, you use only equipment designed for your trailer dealer for the wiring color code and purpose of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or more information on installing electric brakes. Refer to your vehicle's hydraulic system will lower braking...
... vehicle's hydraulic system. See your vehicle. GROUND (BLACK) BACK-UP LIGHT (GREEN/ BLACK) LEFT TURN SIGNAL (GREEN/ RED) If you can cause damage to tow, and use a non-Honda trailer lighting harness and converter, you use only equipment designed for your trailer dealer for the wiring color code and purpose of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or more information on installing electric brakes. Refer to your vehicle's hydraulic system will lower braking...
Owner's Manual
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... behind you tow frequently, follow the guidelines discussed below. Ask your vehicle and the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive. The lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly. All weights and loads are recommended or required for the open road, and follow the Severe Conditions maintenance schedule.) The trailer has been properly serviced and is in or on your trailer sales or...
... behind you tow frequently, follow the guidelines discussed below. Ask your vehicle and the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive. The lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly. All weights and loads are recommended or required for the open road, and follow the Severe Conditions maintenance schedule.) The trailer has been properly serviced and is in or on your trailer sales or...
Owner's Manual
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... run down the battery. On models with manual transmission Check the transmission fluid level (see page 187 ). When you stop towing your vehicle and shift out of Neutral. Do not overfill. Release the parking brake. Driving Check the transmission fluid level (see page 188 ). To avoid damage to 65 mph (100 km/h). Release the parking brake. On models with automatic transmission Press on the ground (flat towing). Make sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power...
... run down the battery. On models with manual transmission Check the transmission fluid level (see page 187 ). When you stop towing your vehicle and shift out of Neutral. Do not overfill. Release the parking brake. Driving Check the transmission fluid level (see page 188 ). To avoid damage to 65 mph (100 km/h). Release the parking brake. On models with automatic transmission Press on the ground (flat towing). Make sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power...
Owner's Manual
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... your dealer. Maintenance Safety ...172 Maintenance Schedule ...173 Maintenance Record ...177 Fluid Locations...180 Adding Engine Oil ...181 Changing the Oil and Filter ...182 Engine Coolant ...184 Windshield Washers ...186 Transmission Fluid ...187 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...187 Manual Transmission Fluid ...188 Rear Differential Fluid ...189 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...189 Power Steering Fluid ...190 Lights ...191 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...196 Floor Mats ...196 Audio Antenna ...197 Dust and Pollen Filter ...197 Wiper Blades ...198 Tires ...199 Checking the Battery ...205 Vehicle Storage...
... your dealer. Maintenance Safety ...172 Maintenance Schedule ...173 Maintenance Record ...177 Fluid Locations...180 Adding Engine Oil ...181 Changing the Oil and Filter ...182 Engine Coolant ...184 Windshield Washers ...186 Transmission Fluid ...187 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...187 Manual Transmission Fluid ...188 Rear Differential Fluid ...189 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...189 Power Steering Fluid ...190 Lights ...191 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...196 Floor Mats ...196 Audio Antenna ...197 Dust and Pollen Filter ...197 Wiper Blades ...198 Tires ...199 Checking the Battery ...205 Vehicle Storage...
Owner's Manual
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...Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls/vehicle underbody Inspect drive belt Replace dust and pollen filter 1 Clean and replace air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace automatic transmission fluid Replace manual transmission fluid Replace rear differential fluid Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant Replace brake fluid Service the items listed at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years. 176 Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions Check engine oil and coolant Check tires Replace engine oil Rotate tires...
...Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls/vehicle underbody Inspect drive belt Replace dust and pollen filter 1 Clean and replace air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace automatic transmission fluid Replace manual transmission fluid Replace rear differential fluid Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant Replace brake fluid Service the items listed at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years. 176 Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions Check engine oil and coolant Check tires Replace engine oil Rotate tires...
Owner's Manual
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... the road. Block the rear wheels. Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do this once a month. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that time or mileage. 206 Leave the parking brake off twice). If the vehicle is being stored indoors). Cover the vehicle with the door and tailgate seals. Fill the fuel tank. Disconnect the battery. Change the engine oil and filter...
... the road. Block the rear wheels. Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do this once a month. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that time or mileage. 206 Leave the parking brake off twice). If the vehicle is being stored indoors). Cover the vehicle with the door and tailgate seals. Fill the fuel tank. Disconnect the battery. Change the engine oil and filter...
Owner's Manual
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... Shift Lock Release ...153 System Design ...155 Wear Indicators ...155 Braking System...155 Break-in, New Vehicle ...130 Brightness Control, Instruments ...67 Brights, Headlights ...66, 67 Built-in Table ...91 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...193 Brake Lights...193 Front Parking Lights ...193 Front Side Marker Lights...193 Headlights ...191 High-mount Brake Light ...195 Rear Side Marker Lights ...193 Specifications ...235 Turn Signal Lights ...193 Bulbs, Halogen ...191 B Battery Charging System Indicator...56, 221 Jump Starting ...217 Maintenance ...205 Specifications...
... Shift Lock Release ...153 System Design ...155 Wear Indicators ...155 Braking System...155 Break-in, New Vehicle ...130 Brightness Control, Instruments ...67 Brights, Headlights ...66, 67 Built-in Table ...91 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...193 Brake Lights...193 Front Parking Lights ...193 Front Side Marker Lights...193 Headlights ...191 High-mount Brake Light ...195 Rear Side Marker Lights ...193 Specifications ...235 Turn Signal Lights ...193 Bulbs, Halogen ...191 B Battery Charging System Indicator...56, 221 Jump Starting ...217 Maintenance ...205 Specifications...
Owner's Manual
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... Emissions Control System...239 Cruise Control Indicator ...58 Cruise Control Operation ...126 Cup Holders...91 Customer Service Office ...244 D DANGER, Explanation of ...ii Dashboard ...3, 54 Daytime Running Lights...67 Daytime Running Lights Indicator ...59 Dead Battery ...217 Defects, Reporting Safety...246 Defogger, Rear Window ...68 Defrosting the Windows ...101 Detachable Anchor ...85 Dimensions ...234 Dimming the Headlights ...66, 67 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...187 Engine Oil ...133 Directional Signals ...66 Disc Brake Wear...
... Emissions Control System...239 Cruise Control Indicator ...58 Cruise Control Operation ...126 Cup Holders...91 Customer Service Office ...244 D DANGER, Explanation of ...ii Dashboard ...3, 54 Daytime Running Lights...67 Daytime Running Lights Indicator ...59 Dead Battery ...217 Defects, Reporting Safety...246 Defogger, Rear Window ...68 Defrosting the Windows ...101 Detachable Anchor ...85 Dimensions ...234 Dimming the Headlights ...66, 67 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...187 Engine Oil ...133 Directional Signals ...66 Disc Brake Wear...
Owner's Manual
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... Controls .. 239 Exhaust Fumes ...50 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...16 F Fan, Interior...99 Features ...97 Filling the Fuel Tank ...131 Filters Dust and Pollen ...197 Oil ...182 Flashers, Hazard Warning...67 Flat Tire, Changing a ...208 Fluids Automatic Transmission...187 Brake ...189 Clutch ...190 Manual Transmission ...188 Power Steering...190 Windshield Washer ...186 Folding Rear Seat ...82, 83 Four-way Flashers ...67 Front Airbags ...9, 23 Front Seat Adjusting ...78 Heaters...86 Airbags ...9, 23 CONTINUED E Economy, Fuel ...135 Emergencies...207 Battery...
... Controls .. 239 Exhaust Fumes ...50 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...16 F Fan, Interior...99 Features ...97 Filling the Fuel Tank ...131 Filters Dust and Pollen ...197 Oil ...182 Flashers, Hazard Warning...67 Flat Tire, Changing a ...208 Fluids Automatic Transmission...187 Brake ...189 Clutch ...190 Manual Transmission ...188 Power Steering...190 Windshield Washer ...186 Folding Rear Seat ...82, 83 Four-way Flashers ...67 Front Airbags ...9, 23 Front Seat Adjusting ...78 Heaters...86 Airbags ...9, 23 CONTINUED E Economy, Fuel ...135 Emergencies...207 Battery...
Owner's Manual
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... Low Oil Pressure ...56, 221 Passenger Airbag Off ...30 Side Airbag Off ...57 SRS ...57 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...191 Hatch Glass ...74 Hazard Warning Flashers...67 Headlights Aiming ...191 Daytime Running Lights...67 High Beam Indicator ...59 Reminder Tone ...66 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...191 Turning on ...66 Head Restraints ...80 Heated Mirrors ...89 Heater, Seat ...86 Heating and Cooling ...98 High Beam Lever...67 Hood, Opening the ...132 Horn...4, 64 Hydraulic Clutch ...190 G Gas Mileage...
... Low Oil Pressure ...56, 221 Passenger Airbag Off ...30 Side Airbag Off ...57 SRS ...57 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...191 Hatch Glass ...74 Hazard Warning Flashers...67 Headlights Aiming ...191 Daytime Running Lights...67 High Beam Indicator ...59 Reminder Tone ...66 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...191 Turning on ...66 Head Restraints ...80 Heated Mirrors ...89 Heater, Seat ...86 Heating and Cooling ...98 High Beam Lever...67 Hood, Opening the ...132 Horn...4, 64 Hydraulic Clutch ...190 G Gas Mileage...
Owner's Manual
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... Airbags Work...28 SRS Indicator...29, 57 START (Ignition Key Position) ...72 Starting the Engine...146 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...146 With a Dead Battery ...217 State Emissions Testing ...242 Steam Coming from Engine ...219 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...69 Anti-theft Column Lock ...72 Steering Wheel Buttons...123, 126 Stereo Sound System ...102 Storing Your Vehicle ...206 Sun Visor...95 Sunglasses Holder ...94 Supplemental Restraint System...9, 21 Servicing...
... Airbags Work...28 SRS Indicator...29, 57 START (Ignition Key Position) ...72 Starting the Engine...146 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...146 With a Dead Battery ...217 State Emissions Testing ...242 Steam Coming from Engine ...219 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...69 Anti-theft Column Lock ...72 Steering Wheel Buttons...123, 126 Stereo Sound System ...102 Storing Your Vehicle ...206 Sun Visor...95 Sunglasses Holder ...94 Supplemental Restraint System...9, 21 Servicing...
