Honda CR-V: Remote Transmitter
LOCK - Press this button once to lock all doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system (if equipped) has set. You cannot lock the doors and the tailgate if any door or the tailgate is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.
UNLOCK - Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button.
The ceiling light and the spot light (if equipped) comes on when you press the UNLOCK button if the lights are in the door activated position. If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the light fades out.
If you relock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light(s) will go off immediately.
If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock, and the security system (if equipped) will reset.
PANIC - Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention:
the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Remote Transmitter Care
Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.
If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
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Replacing the Transmitter Battery
If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors
and the tailgate, replace the battery
as soon as possible.
Battery type: CR1616
To replace the battery:
1. Remove the
Tailgate
The tailgate will lock when you lock
the driver’s door with the key, the
remote transmitter, the master door
lock switch, or the lock tab on the
driver’s door.
To unlock the tailgate, tur
Unlocking the Tailgate
If the power door lock system cannot
unlock the tailgate, unlock it
manually.
Place a cloth on the top side of the
cover to prevent scratches, then use
a small flat-tip screwdriver to rem
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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.
4. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not
Driving Safely With a Trailer
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 your safety and the safety of
others, take time to practice driving
maneuvers before heading for
