Honda CR-V: Charging System Indicator

If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
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If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may feel no difference in
your vehicle’s performance
The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and as
a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
fully re
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in
three fuse boxes.
The interior fuse box is located
under the dashboard on the driver’s
side. The fuse label is attached
under the steering column.
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If equipped
Three controls for the audio system
are mounted in the steering wheel
hub. These let you control basic
functions without removing your
hand from the wheel.
The VOL button adjusts the volume
up ( ) or down (
). Press the top
or bottom of the button and hold it
until
NOTE:
Do not use this troubleshooting procedure if the A/C
compressor is inoperative. Refer to the symptom
troubleshooting index.
Before doing symptom troubleshooting, check for
powertrain DTCs.
1. Check the No.7 (20 A) fuse in the under-hood
fuse/relay box, and the No. 36 (10 A) fuse in the
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