Honda CR-V: Preparing to Drive
You still need to exercise the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking that you would in a twowheel drive vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
3. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.
4. Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely.
5. Check the seat adjustment.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors.
7. Check the steering wheel adjustment.
8. Make sure the doors and the tailgate are securely closed and locked.
9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts.
10. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel.
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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.
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Shift Lever Position Indicators
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)
SEE MORE:
Ignition System
Component Location Index
SPARK PLUG
Inspection
IGNITION COIL
Ignition Timing Inspection
Removal/Installation
Circuit Diagram
Ignition Timing Inspection
1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the
data link connector (DLC).
2. Turn the ignition switch
Shift Solenoid Valve
Shift Solenoid Valve Test
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
2. Choose Shift Solenoid A, B, C, D, and E in the
Miscellaneous Test Menu on the HDS.
NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the
PCM, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
3. Check that shift solenoid valves A, B, C, D, and E
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