Get Handling the Unexpected -> Engine Does Not Start Guide for Honda CR-V SUV Fourth Generation (2011-2015)

Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter.

1Checking the Engine

If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an

assisting vehicle to jump start it.

2 Jump Starting P. 494

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.

Check for a message on the intelligent multi-information display (i-MID).

If the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON message appears

2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 492

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

2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 154

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Check the brightness of the interior lights.

Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.

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

2 Battery P. 474

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If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 505

The starter turns over normally Review the engine start procedure.

but the engine doesn’t start.

There may be a problem with the

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. 360

Check the immobilizer system indicator.

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

2 Immobilizer System P. 147

Check the fuel level.

There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 92

Check the fuse.

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

2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 505

If the problem continues:

2 Emergency Towing P. 506

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uuEngine Does Not StartuIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

Models with smart entry system

If the beeper sounds, the indicator on the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes,

and the engine won’t start.

Models with intelligent multi-information display

The TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON message appears on the

intelligent multi-information display (i-MID).

Start the engine as follows.

1. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/

STOP button with the H logo on the smart

entry remote while the indicator on the

ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.

The buttons on the smart entry remote

should be facing you.

u The indicator flashes for about 30

seconds.

2. Depress the brake pedal and press the

ENGINE START/STOP button within 10

seconds after the beeper sounds and the

indicator changes from flashing to on.

u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode

will change to ACCESSORY.

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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop

Emergency Engine Stop

Models with smart entry system

1Emergency Engine Stop

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:

Do not press the button while driving unless it is

absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched

off.

• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.

• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.

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 gear position to (P after the

vehicle comes to a complete stop.

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Jump Starting

1Jump Starting

Jump Starting Procedure

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Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,

then open the hood.

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WARNING

A battery can explode if you do not follow

the correct procedure, seriously injuring

anyone nearby.

1. Connect the first jumper cable to your

vehicle's + terminal.

2. Connect the other end of the first jumper

cable to the booster battery + terminal.

u Use a 12 volt booster battery only.

u When using an automotive battery

charger to boost your 12-volt battery,

select a lower charging voltage than 15

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking

materials away from the battery.

Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they

do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be

careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the

cable ends to touch each other while attaching or

detaching the jumper cables.

Booster Battery

volts. Check the charger manual for the

proper setting.

3. Connect the second jumper cable to the

booster battery - terminal.

Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and

may prevent the engine from starting.

4. Connect the other end of the second

jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt

as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable

to any other part.

5. If your vehicle is connected to another

vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine

and increase its rpm slightly.

6. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it

turns over slowly, check that the jumper

cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

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uuJump Startingu

What to Do After the Engine Starts

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Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following

order.

1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.

2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster - terminal.

3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's + terminal.

4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster + terminal.

Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.

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Shift Lever Does Not Move

Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P

position.

Releasing the Lock

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1. Set the parking brake.

Models without smart entry system

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Models with smart entry system

2. Remove the built-in key from the smart

entry remote.

Slot

Cover

All models

3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-

tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock

release slot as shown in the image, and

remove the cover.

4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.

5. While pushing the key down, press the shift

lever release button and place the shift lever

into (N

.

Release

Button

u The lock is now released. Have the shift

lever checked by a dealer as soon as

possible.

Shift Lock Release Slot

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