Get Controls -> Adjusting the Mirrors Guide for Honda CR-V SUV Fifth Generation (2016-2021)

Adjusting the Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirror

Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving

position.

1Adjusting the Mirrors

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and

adjusted for best visibility.

Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions^*

■

Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

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Flip the tab to switch the position.

Tab

The night position will help to reduce the glare

from headlights behind you when driving

after dark.

Daytime

Position

Night

Position

1Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror^*

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror^*

■

The auto dimming function cancels when the

When you are driving after dark, the

transmission is in (R

.

automatic dimming rearview mirror reduces

the glare from headlights behind you. This

feature is always active.

Sensor

* Not available on all models

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uuAdjusting the MirrorsuPower Door Mirrors

Power Door Mirrors

You can adjust the door mirrors when the

power mode is in ON.

■

Mirror position adjustment

L/R selector switch: Select the left or right

mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the

switch to the center position.

Mirror position adjustment switch: Press

the switch left, right, up, or down to move the

mirror.

Adjustment Selector

Switch Switch

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Adjusting the Seats

Front Seats

Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible

while allowing you to maintain full control of

the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,

well back in the seat and be able to

adequately press the pedals without leaning

forward, and grip the steering wheel

comfortably. The passenger’s seat should be

adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far

back from the front airbag in the dashboard

as possible.

1Adjusting the Seats

Allow sufficient

space.

3

WARNING

Sitting too close to a front airbag can result

in serious injury or death if the front

airbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from the front

airbags as possible while maintaining

control of the vehicle.

Move back.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

recommends that driver’s allow at least 10 inches (25

cm) between the center of the steering wheel and

the chest.

Adjusting the Seat Positions

Adjusting the front power seat^*

■

Always make seat adjustments before driving.

Horizontal Position

Adjustment

Seat-back

Angle

Adjustment

Height Adjustment

(Driver’s seat only)

* Not available on all models

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuFront Seats

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Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch^*

(Driver’s seat only)

Lumbar

Support

Adjustment

Switch

Press the top: To move the lumbar support

up.

Press the bottom: To move the lumbar

support down.

Press the front: To increase the entire

lumbar support.

Press the rear: To decrease the entire lumbar

support.

* Not available on all models

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuFront Seats

1Adjusting the front manual seat(s)^*

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Adjusting the front manual seat(s)^*

Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and

forth to make sure it is locked in position.

Seat-back Angle

Adjustment

Pull up the lever to

change the angle.

Height Adjustment

(Driver’s seat only)

Pull up or push down

the lever to raise or

lower the seat.

Horizontal Position

Adjustment

Pull up on the bar to move

the seat, then release the

bar.

* Not available on all models

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuFront Seats

1Adjusting the Seat-Backs

Adjusting the Seat-Backs

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Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a comfortable,

upright position, leaving ample space

between your chest and the airbag cover in

the center of the steering wheel.

3

WARNING

Reclining the seat-back too far can result in

serious injury or death in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to an upright position,

and sit well back in the seat.

The front seat passenger should also adjust

their seat-back to a comfortable, upright

position.

Do not put a cushion, or other object, between the

seat-back and your back.

Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the

occupant’s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the

chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a

seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury.

Doing so may interfere with proper seat belt or airbag

operation.

If you cannot get far enough away from the steering

wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend

that you investigate whether some type of adaptive

equipment may help.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats

Rear Seats

1Rear Seats

Adjusting the Seat Positions

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Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and

forth to make sure it is locked in position.

Lever

Seat-back Angle Adjustment

Pull up the lever to change the angle.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats

1Folding Down the Rear Seats

Folding Down the Rear Seats

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The rear seat-backs can be folded down to

accommodate bulkier items in the cargo area.

1. Store the center seat belt first. Insert the

latch plate into the slot on the side of the

anchor buckle.

Latch plate

Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and

floor before you fold down the rear seat.

2. Retract the seat belt into the holder on the

ceiling.

When returning the seat-back to its original position,

push it firmly back. Also, make sure all rear shoulder

belts are positioned in front of the seat-back.

2 Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 53

3. Lower the rear seat head restraint to its

lowest position. Put the armrest back into

the seat-back.

Anchor buckle

Make sure all items in the cargo area or items

extending through the opening into the rear

seats are properly secured. Loose items can fly

forward if you have to brake hard.

From the rear seat side

4. Pull the release lever and fold down the

seat.

Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press

against the front passenger seat, as this can cause the

weight sensors in the front passenger seat to work

improperly.

Release

Lever

2 Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator P. 68

Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat

cushion are securely latched back into place before

driving.

From the cargo area side

Release Lever

4. Pull the release lever and fold down the

seat.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuMaintain a Proper Sitting Position

1Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and head restraints, and put on their

seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their

seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safely parked and the power

system is off.

3

WARNING

Sitting improperly or out of position can

result in serious injury or death in a crash.

Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if

an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or

sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly

increased.

Always sit upright, well back in the seat,

with your feet on the floor.

In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or

fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an

inflating front airbag.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuHead Restraints

Head Restraints

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions.

1Adjusting the Front Head Restraints

Adjusting the Front Head Restraints

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Head restraints are most effective for

3

WARNING

protection against whiplash and other rear-

impact crash injuries when the center of the

back of the occupant’s head rests against the

center of the restraint. The tops of the

occupant’s ears should be level with the

center height of the restraint.

Improperly positioning head restraints

reduces their effectiveness and increases

the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.

Make sure head restraints are in place and

positioned properly before driving.

Position head in the center

of the head restraint.

In order for the head restraint system to work

properly:

To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward.

To lower the head restraint: Push it down

while pressing the release button.

•

Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or

from the restraint legs.

Do not place any objects between an occupant and

the seat-back.

Install each restraint in its proper location.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuHead Restraints

Changing the Rear Seat Head Restraint Position

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A passenger sitting in the rear seat should

adjust the height of their head restraint to an

appropriate position before the vehicle begins

moving.

To raise the head restraint:

Pull it upward.

To lower the head restraint:

Push it down while pressing the release

button.

1Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints

Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints

Head restraints can be removed for cleaning or repair.

3

WARNING

Failure to reinstall, or correctly reinstall, the

head restraints can result in severe injury

during a crash.

To remove a head restraint:

Pull the restraint up as far as it will go. Then push the release button, and pull the

restraint up and out.

Always replace the head restraints before

driving.

To reinstall a head restraint:

Insert the legs back in place, then adjust the head restraint to an appropriate height

while pressing the release button. Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is locked

in position.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuArmrest

Armrest

Using the Front Seat Armrest

■

The console lid can be used as an armrest.

To adjust:

Slide the armrest to a desired position.

Using the Rear Seat Armrest

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Pull down the armrest in the center seat-back.

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Interior Convenience Items

Interior Lights

1Interior Light Switches

Interior Light Switches

■

In the door activated position, the interior lights fade

out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are

closed.

■

ON

Models without moonroof

Front

The interior lights come on regardless of

whether the doors are open or closed.

The lights go off after about 30 seconds in the

following situations:

■

Door activated

The interior lights come on in the following

situations:

Off

•

When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open

it.

•

When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF

(LOCK) but do not open a door.

• When any doors are opened.

• You unlock the driver’s door.

• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE

OFF (LOCK).

Door Activated Position

Models with moonroof

Front

You can change the interior lights dimming time.

Models with color audio system

2 Customized Features P. 138

Models with Display Audio

Off

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OFF

2 Customized Features P. 366

The interior lights remain off regardless of

whether the doors are open or closed.

The interior lights go off immediately in the following

situations:

On

•

When you lock the driver’s door.

When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY

mode.

Door Activated Position

All models

Rear

•

When you set the power mode to ON.

On

To avoid draining the 12-volt battery, do not leave

the interior light on for an extended length of time

when the power system is off.

Off

If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF

(LOCK) mode, the interior lights go off after about 15

minutes.

Door Activated Position

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuInterior Lights

1Map Lights

Map Lights

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When the interior light switch is in the door activated

position and any door is open, the map light will not

go off when you press the lenses.

The map lights can be turned on and off by

pressing the lenses.

1Cargo Area Lights

Cargo Area Lights

■

The cargo area lights do not have an on/off switch. In

case the tailgate is left open for an extended period

of time, they automatically go out in 30 minutes.

The cargo area lights comes on when you

open the tailgate.

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

Storage Items

1Glove Box

Glove Box

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Pull the handle to open the glove box. You

can lock the glove box with the built-in key.

3

WARNING

Handle

An open glove box can cause serious injury

to your passenger in a crash, even if the

passenger is wearing the seat belt.

To lock

Always keep the glove box closed while

driving.

Glove Box

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

Center Console Box

■

You can change the position of the tray by

sliding it forward or back.

Tray

If you want to make greater use of the console

box:

Knob

1. Pull the knob to open the armrest.

2. Slide the tray back.

3. Hold the front of the tray and pull it up.

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

1Beverage Holders

Beverage Holders

■

NOTICE

■

Front seat beverage holders

Are located in the console between the front

seats.

Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting,

and electrical components in the interior.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.

Hot liquid can scald you.

■

Rear seat beverage holders

Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat

beverage holders.

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

■

Door side beverage holders

Located in the side pockets of all doors.

Front

Rear

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

1Coat Hook

Coat Hook

■

The coat hook is not designed for large or heavy

items.

There is a coat hook on the rear left grab

handle. Pull it down to use it.

1Tie-down Anchors

Tie-down Anchors

Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area

while driving. Loose items can cause injury if you have

to brake hard.

The tie-down anchors on the cargo area floor

can be used to install a net for securing items.

Anchors

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

1Cargo Hook

Cargo Hook

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NOTICE

The cargo hook on the driver’s side of the

cargo area can be used to hang light items.

Do not hang a large object or an object that weighs

more than 6 lbs (3 kg) on the cargo hook. Hanging

heavy or large objects may damage the hook.

Hook

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

1Sunglasses Holder

Sunglasses Holder

■

Keep the holder closed while driving except when

accessing stored items.

To open the sunglasses holder, press and

release the indent. To close, press it again until

it latches.

You can store eyeglasses and other small

items in this holder.

Press

■

Conversation mirror

The sunglasses holder comes with a mirror.

Open the sunglasses holder fully, then push it

back to the first detent.

You can use the mirror to view the rear seats.

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

1Rear Cargo Cover

Rear Cargo Cover

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Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area

while driving. Loose items can cause injury if you have

to brake hard.

The rear cargo cover can be used to conceal

items in the cargo area and protect them from

direct sunlight.

Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat

in the cargo area. They could block your view and be

thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.

■

To extend:

Lift up on the handle at the center edge of the

cover to unhook each end, then pull the cover

rearward and clip the mounting rods in the

hooks at both sides of the tailgate opening.

Handle

To prevent rear cargo cover damage:

•

Do not place items on the rear cargo cover.

Do not put weight on the rear cargo cover.

Mounting Rod

Be sure that each mounting rod sets in its respective

retention groove when you retract the rear cargo

cover. If they are not set in the grooves, the rods may

rattle as they contact the surrounding surfaces.

Hook

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items

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To retract:

Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll

it back until it is completely retracted.

Mounting Rod

Hook

■

To remove:

Push either end of the housing inward, then

lift it out of its position.

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuOther Interior Convenience Items

Other Interior Convenience Items

1Accessory Power Socket

Accessory Power Socket

■

NOTICE

The accessory power socket can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY or

ON.

Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter

element.

This can overheat the accessory power socket.

■

Accessory power socket in the center

console box

The accessory power socket is designed to supply

power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180

watts (15 amps) or less.

Slide the tray back and open the cover to use

it.

To prevent 12-volt battery drain, only use the

accessory power socket with the power system on.

When the accessory power socket is not in use, close

the cover to prevent any small foreign objects from

getting into the accessory power socket.

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuOther Interior Convenience Items

1Wireless Charger^*

Wireless Charger^*

■

To use the wireless charger, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.

Charge a compatible device on the area indicated by the mark as follows:

1. To turn the system on and off, press and

hold the (power) button.

3

CAUTION

Metal objects between the charge pad

and the device to be charged will get

hot and can burn you.

• Always remove foreign objects from

the charge pad before charging the

device.

• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and

other debris before charging.

• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks,

etc.) on the charger and the device.

• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol,

benzine or thinner for cleaning the

charge pad.

• Do not cover the system with towels,

clothing, or other objects while

charging etc.

(Power) Button

Green Indicator

Amber Indicator

u When the system is activated, the green

indicator light comes on.

2. Place the device you want to charge on the

charging area.

u The system will automatically start

charging the device, and the amber

indicator light will come on.

u Make sure that the device is compatible

with the system, and placed with the

chargeable side in the center of the

charging area.

Charging Area

3. When charging is completed, the green

indicator light will come on.

u Depending on the device, the amber

indicator light will stay on.

• Avoid spraying aerosols which may

come in contact with the charge pad

surface.

This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the

system for a long time when the power system is off.

This may weaken the 12-volt battery, making it

difficult to turn the power system on.

When using the wireless charger, check the user’s manual that

came with the compatible device you want to charge.

* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuOther Interior Convenience Items

1Wireless Charger^*

■

When charging does not start

Perform one of the solutions in the following table.

NOTICE

Do not place any magnetic recording media or

precision machines within the charging area while

charging.

The data on your cards such as credit cards can be

lost because of the magnetic effect. Also precision

machines such as watches may malfunction.

Indicator

Cause

Solution

Remove the

There is an obstacle(s) between

the charging area and the

device.

obstacle(s).

Green

&

Amber

Blinking

simulta-

neously

Move the device to the

center of the charging

“Qi” and

marks are the registered trademarks

owned by Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).

The device is not within the

charging area.

area where

located.

is

In the following cases, charging may stop or not start:

•

The device is already fully charged.

The temperature of the device is extremely high

while charging.

You are at a place that emits strong

electromagnetic waves or noises such as TV station,

electric power plant, or gas station.

Contact a dealer for

repairs.

Amber Blinking The wireless charger is faulty.

•

A device may not charge if the size or shape of its

chargeable side is not appropriate for use with the

charging area.

Not all devices are compatible with the system.

During the charging phase, it is normal for the

charging area and device to heat up.

Charging may be briefly interrupted when:

•

All the doors or the tailgate are closed

- to avoid interference with the proper functioning

of the smart entry system.

•

The position of the device is altered.

Do not charge more than one device at a time on a

charging area.

* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuOther Interior Convenience Items

1Wireless Charger^*

■

FCC statement

RF Exposure Notice:

appears on the audio/information screen when

This wireless charger complies with FCC RF exposure guidelines at the distance of

3.94 inches (10 cm).

Keep a distance of at least 3.94 inches (10 cm) between all occupants and the

wireless charger when charging.

the device is being charged by the wireless charger.

FCC statement

This product complies with the appropriate

requirements or the required standards of FCC

(Federal Communication Commission), described

below:

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC rules.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used

per the instructions, may cause harmful interference

to radio communications.

Don't remove the wireless charger yourself; contact a dealer for assistance.

Wireless

Charger

Wireless Charger

All Around

3.94 inches

(10 cm)

3.94 inches

(10 cm)

All Around

3.94 inches (10 cm)

In order to use safely:

•

Remove any metal objects from the charge pad

before charging a device.

All Around

3.94 inches

(10 cm)

•

Do not open the charger case.

Do not use the charger if it malfunctions. Contact a

dealer.

Wireless

Charger

If the charger interferes with radio communications,

attempt to correct the interference:

•

Press and hold the switch on the charger for a few

seconds to turn off the charger.

* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuOther Interior Convenience Items

1Heated Steering Wheel^*

Heated Steering Wheel^*

■

Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously

when the power system is off. Under such conditions,

the 12-volt battery may be weakened, making the

power system difficult to start.

The power mode must be in ON to use the

heated steering wheel.

Press the button on the right side of the

steering wheel.

When a comfortable temperature is reached,

press the button again to turn it off.

The heated steering wheel is turned off every

time you start the power system, even if you

turned it on the last time you drove the

vehicle.

* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuOther Interior Convenience Items

1Seat Heaters^*

Seat Heaters^*

■

The power mode must be in ON to use the

seat heaters.

3

WARNING

Heat induced burns are possible when

using seat heaters.

Persons with a diminished ability to sense

temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,

lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or

with sensitive skin should not use seat

heaters.

Press the seat heater button:

Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)

Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)

Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)

Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the

power system is off. Under such conditions, the 12-

volt battery may be weakened, making the power

system difficult to start.

After a certain period of time, the strength setting for

the seat heater will automatically be reduced by one

level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The

elapsed time varies according to the interior

environment.

When the power mode is turned on after it is

turned off, the previous setting of seat heaters

is maintained.

* Not available on all models

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