Honda CR-V (2018 year). Manual

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There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.
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)

The rear seat heaters is turned off every time
you start the engine, even if you turned it on
the last time you drove the vehicle.

*1: Canadian models only, if equipped

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Rear Seat Heaters

Rear Seat Heaters

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.

The rear seat heater is turned off every time you start
the engine, even if you turned it on the last time you
drove the vehicle.

When the power mode is turned on after it is turned
off, the previous setting of front seat heaters is
maintained.

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.

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The rear cargo cover can be used to conceal
items in the cargo area and protect them from
direct sunlight.

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To extend:

Slightly 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.

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To retract:

Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll
it back until it is completely retracted.

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To remove:

Push either end of the housing inward, then
lift it out of its position.

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Rear Cargo Cover

Rear Cargo Cover

Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area
while driving. Loose items can cause injury if you have
to brake hard.

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 prevent rear cargo cover damage:

•

Do not place items on the rear cargo cover.

•

Do not put weight on the rear cargo cover.

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.

Handle

Mounting Rod

Hook

* Not available on all models

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Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.

Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Press the AUTO button.

2. Adjust the interior temperature using the temperature control dial.

2. Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side control

dial.

3. Press the

(on/off) button to cancel.

Using Automatic Climate Control

Press the CLIMATE button to display A/C, MODE,
fan control information on the audio/information
screen to operate manually. Select icon to turn on or
off A/C, change the vent mode, or change the fan
speed.
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate
control system in auto, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.

The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button that were pressed will be
controlled automatically.

To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.

If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,
turning the system on AUTO, and setting the
temperature to low. Change the fresh mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.

When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.

Pressing the

button switches the climate

control system between on and off. When turned on,
the system returns to your last selection.

While ECON mode is active, the climate control
system may have reduced cooling performance.

Models without SYNC button

Models with SYNC button

Models without SYNC button

Models with SYNC button

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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes

Press the

(recirculation) or

(fresh air) button to switch the mode

depending on environmental conditions.

Recirculation mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior

through the system.

Fresh air mode (indicator on): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system

in fresh air mode in normal situations.

Pressing the

(windshield defroster) button

turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches the system to fresh air
mode.

Press the

button again to turn off, the

system returns to the previous settings.

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.

Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.

If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.

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Using Automatic Climate Control

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To rapidly defrost the windows

1. Press the

button.

2. Press the

button.

To rapidly defrost the windows

After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode. If you keep the system in recirculation mode,
the windows may fog up from humidity. This
impedes visibility.

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Synchronization Mode

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Synchronization Mode

You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver’s side and the passenger’s
side in synchronization mode.
1. Press the SYNC button.

The system switches to synchronization mode.

2. Adjust the temperature using the driver’s side temperature control dial.

Press the SYNC button to return to dual mode.

Synchronization Mode

When the system is in dual mode, the driver’s side
temperature and the passenger’s side temperature
can be set separately.

SYNC Button

Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial

Passenger’s
Side
Temperature
Control Dial

* Not available on all models

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Features

Audio System

About Your Audio System

The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service

. It can also

play USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone and Bluetooth® devices.

You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface

About Your Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM® Radio

contact a dealer.

2 General Information on the Audio System

P. 334

SiriusXM® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.

iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.

State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.

Remote Controls

iPod

USB Flash Drive

* Not available on all models

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Audio System

USB Port(s)

Features

USB Port(s)

Install the iPod USB connector or the USB flash
drive to the USB port.

The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio
files on a USB flash drive, connecting a
cellular phone, and charging devices.

The USB port (1.5A) is for charging
devices, playing audio files and
connecting compatible phones with
Apple CarPlay

or Android Auto

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On the back of the center console
compartment

The USB ports (2.5A) are only for charging
devices.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

USB Port(s)

•

Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the vehicle.
Direct sunlight and high temperatures may damage it.

•

We recommend using an extension cable with the
USB port.

•

Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.

•

Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard disk
drive, as the device or your files may be damaged.

•

We recommend keeping your data backed up
before using the device in your vehicle.

•

Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.

If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.

The USB port can supply up to 1.0A/1.5A/2.5A of
power. It does not output 1.0A/1.5A/2.5A unless the
device requests.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that needs to be charged.
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY

(

q or ON

(

first.

This port is for battery charge only. You cannot play
music even if you have connected a music player to it.

Under certain conditions, a device connected to the port
may generate noise in the radio you are listening to.

USB Port (2.5A)

In the console compartment

Models
with
Display
Audio

Models
with color
audio
system

Models
with
Display
Audio

Models with Display Audio

On the back of the center console
compartment

* Not available on all models

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Audio System

Audio System Theft Protection

Features

Audio System Theft Protection

The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.

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Reactivating the audio system

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON

(

2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.

The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

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Audio Remote Controls

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Features

Audio Remote Controls

Allow you to operate the audio system while driving.

SOURCE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM1 FM2 AM USB/iPod Pandora®
Bluetooth® Audio

(

- (Volume) Buttons

Press

(

+: To increase the volume.

Press

(

-: To decrease the volume.

Buttons

• When listening to the radio

Press :

To select the next preset radio station.

Press :

To select the previous preset radio station.

Press and hold

: To select the next station with strong reception.

Press and hold

: To select the previous station with strong reception.

• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio

Press :

To skip to the next song.

Press :

To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.

• When listening to a USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio

Press and hold

: To skip to the next folder.

Press and hold

: To go back to the previous folder.

• When listening to Pandora®

Press :

To skip to the next track.

Press and hold

: To select the next station.

Press and hold

: To select the previous station.

Audio Remote Controls

Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.

Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be available.

Models with color audio system

Button

SOURCE Button

Button

(

+ Button

(

- Button

* Not available on all models

Audio System

Audio Remote Controls

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Features

Allow you to operate the audio system while driving. The information is shown on
the driver information interface.

Buttons

Press

to cycle through the audio

mode as follows:
FM AM SiriusXM®

USB iPod

Bluetooth® Audio Pandora®

Apps

Audio Apps

ENTER Button
• When listening to the radio and SiriusXM®

1. From the audio screen in the driver information interface, press ENTER to switch

the display to a preset list you stored in the preset buttons.

2. Press

to select a preset, then press ENTER.

• When listening to a USB flash drive
1. From the audio screen in the driver information interface, press ENTER to display

the folder list.

2. Press

to select a folder.

3. Press ENTER to display a list of tracks in that folder.
4. Press

to select a track, then press ENTER.

You can also swipe up or down to scroll through the list of tracks alphabetically.

Audio Remote Controls

Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be available.

Press the

(Hang-up/back) button to go back

to the previous command or cancel a command.

Press the

(Display/information) button to switch

display.

2 Switching the Display P. 261

Models with Display Audio

Button

ENTER Button

Button

(

- Bar

(Display/Information)

Button

3 4

* Not available on all models

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Features

• When listening to an iPod
1. From the audio screen in the driver information interface, press ENTER to display

the iPod music list.

2. Press

to select a category.

3. Press ENTER to display a list of items in the category.
4. Press

to select an item, then press ENTER.

Press ENTER and press

repeatedly until the desired mode you want

to listen to is displayed.

You can also swipe up or down to scroll through the list of tracks alphabetically.
• When listening to Pandora®

1. From the audio screen in the driver information interface, press ENTER to display

the station list.

2. Press

to select an item, then press ENTER.

• When listening to Bluetooth® Audio
1. From the audio screen in the driver information interface, press ENTER to display

the track list.

2. Press

to select a track, then press ENTER.

(

- (Volume) Bar

Press

(

+: To increase the volume.

Press

(

-: To decrease the volume.

Swipe down quickly to mute the volume or swipe up to cancel the mute.

* Not available on all models

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Audio Remote Controls

Features

Buttons

• When listening to the radio

Press :

To select the next preset radio station.

Press :

To select the previous preset radio station.

Press and hold

: To select the next strong station.

Press and hold

: To select the previous strong station.

• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio

Press :

To skip to the next song.

Press :

To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.

• When listening to a USB flash drive

Press and hold

: To skip to the next folder.

Press and hold

: To go back to the previous folder.

• When listening to Pandora®

Press :

To skip to the next track.

Press and hold

: To select the next station.

Press and hold

: To select the previous station.

* Not available on all models

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Features

Audio System Basic Operation

To use the audio system, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY

(

q or ON

(

Use the selector knob or MENU/CLOCK
button to access some audio functions.

Press

to switch between the normal and

extended display for some functions.

Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press

to set

your selection.

MENU/CLOCK button: Press to select any
mode.
The available mode includes the wallpaper,
display, clock, language setup, and play
modes. Play modes can be also selected from
scan, random, repeat, and so on.

(Back) button: Press to go back to the previous display.
(Sound) button: Press to select the sound setting mode.
(Day/Night) button: Press to change the audio/information screen

brightness.
Press the

button, then adjust the brightness using

Each time you press the

button, the mode switches between the daytime

mode, nighttime mode and off mode.

Models with color audio system

Audio System Basic Operation

These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.

Rotate

to select.

Press

to enter.

Menu Items

2 Adjust Clock P. 132
2 Wallpaper Setup P. 242
2 Display Setup P. 245
2 Scan P. 247, 255
2 Play Mode P. 250, 255
2 RDS Settings P. 247
2 Bluetooth P. 256

Press the SOURCE,

button on the

steering wheel to change any audio setting.

2 Audio Remote Controls P. 235

(Back)

Button

Selector Knob

MENU/
CLOCK
Button

(Day/Night) Button

(Sound) Button

Menu Display

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