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Honda CR-V 1998 User Manual

Honda CR-V 1998
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1998 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Important Handling Information.....................................................................................................iii
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................3
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................
49
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ..............................................................................................
95
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................135
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................147
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................179
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................237
Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................245
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................271
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................285
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................291
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.
Accord Value Package Audio System
Owner's Identification Form
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Honda CR-V 1998 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
ModelCR-V 1998
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

A Few Words About Safety

Essential safety information and warnings for vehicle operation and maintenance.

Important Handling Information

Discusses vehicle handling characteristics related to its higher center of gravity and ground clearance.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Critical safety recommendations for occupants, including seat belt usage and child restraint.

Seat Belts

Explains the importance and proper use of seat belts for occupant protection in various crash scenarios.

Airbags

Details the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), how airbags work, and associated hazards.

Protecting Adults

Instructions on how to properly protect the driver and other adult occupants in the vehicle.

Protecting Children

Details how to properly restrain infants and children for maximum safety in the vehicle.

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Provides a diagram and descriptions of the locations of various vehicle controls and switches.

Indicator Lights

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

Gauges

Describes the speedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Details the function of levers and buttons on the steering column for driving functions.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Explains how to use the climate control system for ventilation, heating, cooling, and defrosting.

Audio System

Covers the operation of the AM/FM stereo radio, cassette player, and CD player/changer.

Before Driving

Break-in Period, Gasoline

Advises on proper break-in procedures for new vehicles and the correct type of gasoline to use.

Service Station Procedures

Outlines procedures for filling the fuel tank and opening the hood for vehicle checks.

Carrying Cargo

Offers guidance on safely loading and securing cargo in the vehicle, including load limits.

Driving

Driving Guidelines

Provides essential tips for safe driving, especially concerning vehicle handling and rollover prevention.

Preparing to Drive

Lists daily checks and adjustments to perform before driving the vehicle for safety.

Starting the Engine

Explains the procedures for starting the engine under normal, cold weather, and high altitude conditions.

Automatic Transmission

Covers shift lever positions, indicators, and operational guidelines for the automatic transmission.

The Braking System

Explains the braking system design, wear indicators, and ABS operation for safe stopping.

Driving in Bad Weather

Offers advice on driving techniques, visibility, and traction management in adverse weather conditions.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Explains the importance of proper maintenance for safety, vehicle longevity, and emission control.

Maintenance Schedule

Specifies service intervals for normal and severe driving conditions and maintenance recommendations.

Owner Maintenance Checks

Lists items to check regularly, such as fluids, tires, and lights, with page references for details.

Engine Oil

Details how to add oil, recommended types, viscosity, API service classifications, and change intervals.

Cooling System

Explains how to add and replace engine coolant, and safety precautions for handling hot coolant.

Tires

Details tire pressure recommendations, inspection for wear, damage, and replacement guidelines.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tire.

If Your Engine Won't Start

Guides on diagnosing and addressing engine starting problems, covering common causes.

Jump Starting

Explains the procedure for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery, including safety precautions.

If Your Engine Overheats

Provides steps to take if the engine overheats, including safety warnings and cooling system checks.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Explains the check engine light and potential causes, advising on dealer inspection.

Fuses

Locates fuse boxes and explains how to check and replace blown fuses for electrical circuits.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Shows locations of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), engine, and transmission numbers for registration.

Specifications

Lists dimensions, weights, engine, fluid capacities, and tire specifications for the vehicle.

Tire Information

Explains tire size designations, speed ratings, treadwear, traction, and temperature grades.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Relations Information

Provides information on contacting dealerships and customer relations offices for support and issue resolution.

Warranty Coverages

Outlines the types of warranties covering the vehicle, including new vehicle, emissions, and battery warranties.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

Instructs on how to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Authorized Manuals

Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

Provides information on ordering factory service and repair manuals for the vehicle.

Service Manual

Describes the Service Manual's content, covering maintenance and recommended repair procedures.

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual

Explains the Electrical Troubleshooting Manual for in-depth electrical circuit diagnostics.

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