Honda CR-V: Pre-Tow Checklist
When preparing to tow, and before
driving away, be sure to check the
following:
The vehicle has been properly
serviced, and the suspension and
the cooling system are in good
operating condition.
The trailer has been properly
serviced and is in good condition.
All weights and loads are within
limits.
The hitch, safety chains, and any
other attachments are secure.
All items in or on the trailer are
properly secured and cannot shift
while you drive.
The lights and brakes on your
vehicle and the trailer are working
properly.
Your vehicle tires and spare are
properly inflated, and the trailer
tires and spare are inflated as
recommended by the trailer
maker.
READ NEXT:
The added weight, length, and
height of a trailer will affect your
vehicle’s handling and performance,
so driving with a trailer requires
some special driving skills and
techniques.
For y
Your vehicle can be towed behind a
motorhome at legal highway speeds
up to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do not
exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
Otherwise, severe transmission
damage will occur. To avoid damag
SEE MORE:
Component Location Index
With moon roof
INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHTS
INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH
(Built into the moonroof switch)
AMBIENT LIGHT
(Built into the moonroof switch)
CEILING LIGHT
CARGO AREA LIGHT
RIGHT REAR DOOR SWITCH
TAILGATE LATCH SWITCH
LEFT REAR DOOR SWITCH
FRONT PASSENGER'S
DOOR S
NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Wear eye protection when removing the glass with
piano wire.
Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
The quarter glass molding will need replacement
because it will be damage during glass removal.
1. Remove the quarter pillar glass trim.
2.
© 2016-2025 Copyright www.hcrv.net
