Honda CR-V: Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
4. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position for more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds before trying again.

The immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperlycoded
key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation.

The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
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These indicators on the instrument
panel show which position the shift
lever is in.
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
To shift from any position, press
firmly on the brake pedal and the
release button on the side of the
shift lever. You cannot shift out of
Park when the ignition switch is in
the LOCK (0)
SEE MORE:
Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
Engine hanger adapter VSB02C000015 *
Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 *
CR-V engine hanger adapter VSB02C000032 *
Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566 *
* : Available through American Honda Tool and
Equipment Program, 1 -888-424-6857
NOTE:
Use fend
This indicator alerts you that the
passenger’s front airbag has been
shut off because weight sensors
detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less
(the weight of an infant or small
child) on the front passenger’s seat.
It does not mean there is a problem
with the airbag.
Be aware that ob
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