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2018 Honda CR-V Owners Manual - Engine Does Not Start



Engine Does Not Start

If the engine does not start, check the starter.

Starter condition Checklist

Starter doesn't turn or turns over slowly.

The battery may be dead. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly.

Models with smart entry system

Check for a message on the driver information interface*.

    If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears

2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 627

uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.

2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 172

Check the brightness of the interior lights.

Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.

    If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all

2 Battery P. 606

    If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 644

There may be a problem with a fuse. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly.

Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 460

When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.

2 Immobilizer System P. 161

There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2Fuel Gauge P. 118

Check all fuses or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 647

2 Emergency Towing P. 648

626

    Not available on all models

uuEngine Does Not StartuIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

Models with smart entry system

If the beeper sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the driver information interface; and the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes and the engine will not start. Start the engine as follows:

    Touch the center of the ENGINE START/ STOP button with the H logo on the smart entry remote while the ENGINE START/ STOP button is flashing.

The buttons on the smart entry remote should be facing you.

u The ENGINE START/STOP button flashes for about 30 seconds.

    Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button within 10 seconds after the beeper sounds and the ENGINE START/STOP button changes from flashing to on.

u If you don't depress the pedal, the mode will change to ACCESSORY.

uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop

Models with smart entry system

The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the following operations:

    Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
    Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.

The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.

The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.

To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, change the shift lever to after the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

Canadian models

Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake pedal.


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