Honda 2009 CR-V User Manual

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convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
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avoid damage to your vehicle, other
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Introduction
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2009 CR- V

Honda 2009 CR-V Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	2009 CR-V
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

A Few Words About Safety

Safety Messages

Information preceded by a safety alert symbol and signal words like DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

Important Handling Information

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver’s Front Airbag

Location and identification of the driver's front airbag.

Passenger’s Front Airbag

Location and identification of the passenger's front airbag.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidance on safely positioning adults and teens in the vehicle for optimal safety.

Protecting Children – General Guidelines

General guidelines for safely restraining children of all ages in the vehicle.

Instruments and Controls

Gauges

Displays for vehicle speed, engine RPM, fuel level, and temperature.

Maintenance Minder

Indicates when scheduled maintenance is due.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Immobilizer System

Ignition Switch

Door Locks

Remote Transmitter

Seats

Power Windows

Moonroof

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Details on operating the vehicle's heating and air conditioning system.

Climate Control System

Information on the automatic climate control system and its functions.

Dual Temperature Control

How to set separate temperatures for driver and passenger sides.

Audio System

Overview of the vehicle's standard audio system features.

Before Driving

Break-in Period

Fuel Recommendation

Driving

Driving Guidelines

General tips for safe driving, including cornering and avoiding obstacles.

Preparing to Drive

Essential checks and adjustments before driving the vehicle.

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine, including cold weather and flooding situations.

Automatic Transmission

Information on shift lever positions and operating the automatic transmission.

Parking

Braking System

Details on the vehicle's braking system, including design and wear indicators.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Explanation of ABS function, indicators, and safety reminders.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

How VSA system works, its indicators, and its limitations.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Information on the TPMS, its indicators, and maintenance.

Towing a Trailer

Guidelines and load limits for safely towing a trailer with the vehicle.

Off-Highway Driving Guidelines

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Important safety precautions to follow when performing maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Minder

How to read and reset the vehicle's maintenance minder messages.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tire.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start.

Jump Starting

Procedure and precautions for jump starting the vehicle's battery.

If the Engine Overheats

Actions to take if the vehicle's engine overheats.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Charging System Indicator

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Explanation of the malfunction indicator lamp and readiness codes.

Brake System Indicator

Meaning and action required for the brake system indicator.

Fuses

Fuse Locations

Emergency Towing

Instructions on how to safely tow the vehicle in emergencies.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Specifications

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Tire Labeling

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – Required Federal Explanation

Explanation of the TPMS system and federal requirements.

Emissions Controls