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Honda 2005 CR-V User Manual

Honda 2005 CR-V
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Important Handling Information.....................................................................................................iii
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................3
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................53
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 97
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................129
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................143
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................171
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................207
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................231
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................243
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................247
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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Honda 2005 CR-V Specifications

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BrandHonda
Model2005 CR-V
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner's Identification

Introduction

A Few Words About Safety

Important Handling Information

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for safely seating adults and teenagers, focusing on seat positions and restraints.

Protecting Children — General Guidelines

General advice on child safety in vehicles, including restraint requirements and best practices.

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Seat Belt System Components

Details on the components of the seat belt system, including lap/shoulder belts.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Airbag System Components

Lists and describes the various components of the airbag system.

How Your Front Airbags Work

How Your Side Airbags Work

How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work

Side Airbag Cutoff System

How the SRS Indicator Works

How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works

Airbag Service

Additional Safety Precautions

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Child Seat Type

Describes the types of child seats suitable for infants and their proper use.

Rear-facing Child Seat Placement

Guidance on where to place rear-facing child seats, emphasizing the back seat.

Protecting Larger Children

Selecting a Child Seat

Advice on choosing a child seat, including LATCH compatibility and safety standards.

Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with LATCH

Step-by-step instructions for installing child seats using the LATCH system.

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt

Instructions for installing child seats using the vehicle's seat belt system.

Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children

Using the Center Anchor

Instructions for installing child seats using the center anchor point.

Checking Seat Belt Fit

Using a Booster Seat

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Safety Labels

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel

Details the layout and components of the vehicle's instrument panel.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Explains the meaning and function of various warning and indicator lights on the dashboard.

Gauges

Describes the vehicle's gauges, including tachometer, speedometer, and fuel gauge.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Identifies controls located on or around the steering wheel for driver convenience.

Windshield Wipers and Washers

Turn Signal and Headlights

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger, Parking Brake

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Keys and Locks

Immobilizer System

Ignition Switch

Door Locks

Tailgate and Hatch Glass

Remote Transmitter

Seats

Seat Adjustments

Instructions for adjusting front and rear seats for comfort and safety.

Head Restraints

Proper adjustment and importance of head restraints for safety.

Seat Heaters, Power Windows

Power Windows

How to operate power windows, including AUTO function and reverse.

Moonroof, Mirrors

Moonroof

How to operate the moonroof, including tilt, slide, and manual closing.

Interior Convenience Items

Beverage Holders

How to use beverage holders and warnings about spilled liquids.

Built-in Table

Instructions for using the removable cargo area table.

Accessory Power Sockets

Information on using 12-volt power outlets for accessories.

Interior Convenience Items, Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

How to operate the interior ceiling light with its three-position switch.

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

How to operate the vehicle's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.

Playing the Radio

Instructions for tuning, selecting stations, and adjusting audio settings for the radio.

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (optional)

Guide to operating the XM Satellite Radio, including channel selection and activation.

Playing a CD

Instructions for loading, playing, and managing CDs in the CD player and changer.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Air Flow Buttons

Explains fan control, A/C, recirculation, and defogger buttons.

Mode Control Dial

How to select airflow distribution modes for heating and cooling.

Using the Heater

Instructions for operating the vehicle's heating system.

Using the A/C

Guide to operating the air conditioning system for cooling.

Playing the Radio

To Play the Radio

Steps to turn on the radio and adjust volume.

To Select a Station

Methods for finding radio stations using TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, and presets.

Adjusting the Sound

How to adjust Treble, Bass, Balance, and Fader settings for optimal audio.

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (optional)

Satellite Digital Radio

Information on XM Satellite Radio capabilities and availability.

To Select a Channel

Methods for finding channels using TUNE, SEEK/SKIP, and SCAN.

Playing a CD

To Load or Play CDs

Instructions for loading and playing CDs in the player and changer.

Protecting Your CDs

Guidance on handling, cleaning, and storing CDs to prevent damage.

Radio Theft Protection

Setting the Clock

Cruise Control

Using the Cruise Control

Steps for activating and setting the cruise control speed.

Changing the Set Speed

How to increase or decrease the set cruising speed.

Before Driving

Fuel Recommendation

Recommended fuel types and octane rating for optimal engine performance.

Oil Check

Procedure for checking the engine oil level and condition.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for safely storing and transporting cargo within the vehicle.

Driving

Driving Guidelines

General advice for safe driving, including handling, speed, and rollover prevention.

Automatic Transmission

Details on operating the automatic transmission, including shift lever positions and indicators.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System

Explanation of the VSA system, its indicators, and how it enhances stability.

Towing a Trailer

Guidelines for towing trailers, including load limits, equipment, and safety.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Important safety precautions to follow when performing vehicle maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals for normal and severe driving conditions.

Tires

Information on tire maintenance, inflation, inspection, and replacement.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step guide for changing a flat tire, including tool usage and safety.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start or operate normally.

Jump Starting

Procedure for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery, including safety precautions.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Locates and explains various vehicle identification numbers like VIN and engine numbers.

Specifications

Lists key vehicle dimensions, capacities, engine specs, and weights.

Emissions Controls

Summarizes how vehicle emissions control systems work and their maintenance.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Warranty Coverages

Outlines the different warranty coverages for new vehicles, parts, and emissions systems.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

Information on how to purchase factory authorized service and owner manuals.

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