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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Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Honda components that can affect its handling, stability, and reliability. Overall vehicle performance can be affected. Always make sure all equipment is proper ...

When Stopped
1. Depress the brake pedal firmly with the shift lever in . 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Move the shift lever from to . 4. Turn off the engine. Always set the parking brake firmly, in ...

Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic signals to verify the key. Pay att ...