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Tire Rotation

Front

When shopping for replacement

tires, you may find that some tires

are "directional." This means they

are designed to rotate only in one

direction. If you use directional tires,

they should be rotated only front-to-

back.

Make sure the installer balances the

wheels when you have new tires

installed. This increases riding

comfort and tire life. Your vehicle's

original tires were dynamic or "spin"

balanced at the factory. For best

results, have the installer perform a

dynamic balance.

Front

NOTICE

(Only on vehicles equipped with

aluminum wheels)

(For Non-directional (For Directional

Tires and Wheels) Tires and Wheels)

Improper wheel weights can damage

your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use

only Genuine Honda wheel weights for

balancing.

To help increase tire life and

distribute wear more evenly, you

should have the tires rotated every

7,500 miles (12,000 km). Move the

tires to the positions shown in the

chart each time they are rotated.

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Replacing Tires and Wheels

The tires that came with your

vehicle were selected to match the

performance capabilities of the

vehicle while providing the best

combination of handling, ride

comfort, and long life. You should

replace them with radial tires of the

same size, load range, speed rating,

and maximum cold tire pressure

rating (as shown on the tire's

sidewall). Mixing radial and bias-ply

tires on your vehicle can reduce its

braking ability, traction, and steering

accuracy.

The ABS works by comparing the

speed of the wheels. When replacing

tires, use the same size originally

supplied with the vehicle. Tire size

and construction can affect wheel

speed and may cause the system to

work inconsistently.

Installing improper tires on your

vehicle can affect handling and

stability. This can cause a crash

in which you can be seriously

hurt or killed.

Always use the size and type of

tires recommended in this

owner's manual.

If you ever need to replace a wheel,

make sure the wheel's specifications

match those of the original wheel

that came on your vehicle. Re-

placement wheels are available at

your Honda dealer.

It is best to replace all four tires at

the same time. If that is not possible

or necessary, then replace the two

front tires or the two rear tires as a

pair. Replacing just one tire can

seriously affect your vehicle's han-

dling.

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Wheels and Tires

Winter Driving

Snow Tires

If you mount snow tires on your

Honda, make sure they are radial

tires of the same size and load range

as the original tires. Mount snow

tires on all four wheels to balance

your vehicle's handling in all weather

conditions. Keep in mind the traction

provided by snow tires on dry roads

may not be as high as your vehicle's

original equipment tires. You should

drive cautiously even when the roads

are clear. Check with the tire dealer

for maximum speed recommenda-

tions.

Tires that are marked "M + S" or

"All Season" on the sidewall have an

all-weather tread design. They

should be suitable for most winter

driving conditions. Tires without

these markings are designed for

optimum traction in dry conditions.

They may not provide adequate

performance in winter driving.

For the best performance in snowy

or icy conditions, you should install

snow tires or tire chains. They may

be required by local laws under

certain conditions.

Wheels:

15 x 6JJ

Tires:

205/70R15 95S

See page 280 for information about

DOT Tire Quality Grading.

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Tire Chains

Install the chains only on the front

tires. Mounting any type of chains on

the rear tires will damage the body

and suspension. When installing the

chains, follow the manufacturer's

instructions and mount them as

tightly as you can. Drive slowly when

they are installed. If you hear them

coming in contact with the body,

stop and investigate them. Make

sure the chains are installed tightly,

and that they are not contacting the

brake lines or suspension. Remove

the chains as soon as you begin

driving on cleared roads.

NOTICE

Mount snow chains on your vehicle

when warranted by driving condi-

tions or required by local laws.

Chains that are the wrong size or

design, or are improperly installed, can

damage your vehicle's brake lines,

suspension,body, and wheels. Stop

driving if they are hitting any part of

the vehicle.

Use only SAE class "S" chains. Only

certain brands of chains will fit your

CR-V without coming in contact with

the body or causing mechanical

damage. Before buying any types of

chains, you should consult with your

Honda dealer about the designs and

brands that will work on your CR-V.

Also, make sure you purchase the

correct size for your tires.

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Lights

Check the operation of your vehicle's

exterior lights at least once a month.

A burned out bulb can create an

unsafe condition by reducing your

vehicle's visibility and the ability to

signal your intentions to other

drivers.

FRONT PARKING LIGHT

TURN SIGNAL/SIDE MARKER LIGHTS

HEADLIGHT

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Check the following:

HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT

TURN SIGNAL LIGHT

STOP/TAILLIGHTS

Headlights (low and high beam)

Parking lights

Taillights

Brake lights

High-mount brake light

Turn signals

Back-up lights

Hazard light function

License plate light

Side marker lights

Daytime running lights

(Canadian models)

If you find any bulbs are burned out,

replace them as soon as possible.

Refer to the chart on page 279 to

determine what type of replacement

bulb is needed.

LICENSE PLATE LIGHT

BACK-UP LIGHT

SIDE MARKER LIGHT

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Headlight Aiming

To check these settings:

HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE

The headlights were properly aimed

when your vehicle was new. You

should check their aim if you

regularly carry heavy items in the

trunk. Each headlight assembly has

horizontal and vertical adjustment

indicators. These are set to their "0"

positions after the headlights are

aimed at the factory.

1. Make sure the fuel tank is full.

Park the vehicle on level ground.

2. The driver or someone who

weighs the same should be sitting

in the driver's seat for all checks

and adjustments.

Load your vehicle with the items

you normally cany.

3. Open the hood.

4. Pull the inner fender off (see page

233).

5. Check the horizontal angle gauge.

The line on the adjustment screw

indicator should line up with the

"0" mark on the gauge.

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VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE

VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT

HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT

6. Check the vertical angle gauge.

The bubble should be centered

underneath the longest scribe

mark on the gauge.

7. If either indicator is not aligned

with its "0" mark as described, an

adjustment can be made using a

Phillips-head screwdriver to

8. If you cannot get an indicator to

align, have your Honda dealer

inspect the vehicle for body

damage or suspension problems.

realign it with the "0" mark. Please

refer to the illustrations.

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Replacing a Headlight Bulb

Your vehicle has halogen headlight

bulbs, one on each side. When

replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel

base and protect the glass from

contact with your skin or hard

objects. If you touch the glass, clean

it with denatured alcohol and a clean

cloth.

NOTICE

Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot

when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch

on the glass can cause the bulb To

overheatand shatter.

1. Open the hood.

2. Remove the electrical connector

from the bulb by squeezing the

connector on both sides to unlock

the tab. Pull the connector straight

off.

3. Remove the rubber weather seal

by pulling on the tab.

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