Taking Care of the Unexpected

Honda CR-V / Honda CR-V 2012-2026 Owner's Manual / Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again.

If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.

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Refueling
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L) 1 Unlock the driver’s door. 2 Press on the edge of the fuel fill do ...

Fuel Information
Fuel recommendation Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher Use of lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise that can lead to engine damage. Top tier d ...

If the Engine Overheats
The reading of the vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up a steep hill, etc.). If the vehicl ...