Honda CR-V: Emergency Towing
If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
On 4WD models
The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat-bed equipment. The operator will load Any other method of towing will damage the drive system. When you contact the towing agency, inform them a flat-bed is required.
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Towing with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the 4WD system. It should be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer.
On 2WD models
There are two ways to tow your vehicle:
Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel-lift Equipment - The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
If, due to damage, your vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, do this:
Start the engine.
Shift to D position and hold for 5 seconds, then to N.
Turn off the engine.
Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock.
Release the parking brake.
Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shif t the transmission or start the engine, your vehicle must be transported with the all f our wheels of the ground.
With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin towing.
Refer to Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome for non-emergency towing information.
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Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give
you the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle and the locations of the
identification numbers. It also
includes information you should
know about your v
Identification Numbers
Your vehicle has several identifying
numbers located in various places.
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
for warranty
Specifications
Dimensions
Weights
Engine
Capacities
Capacities
*1: Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
*2: Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve
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ATF Temperature Sensor
ATF Temperature Sensor Test/Replacement
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking
brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of
the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the splash shield.
3. Disconnect the shift solenoid harness connector.
4. Measure the ATF te
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
1. OFF
When you turn the wiper switch to
the ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper will
return to its parked position.
2. Rotate the switch clockwise to
turn the rear window wiper ON.
The wiper operates every 7
seconds after completing two
sweeps.
3. Hold past ON to activate the rea
