Controls -> Security System for Your Honda CR-V SUV Fifth Generation (2016-2021)

Security System  
Immobilizer System  
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from  
starting the power system. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use  
electronic signals to verify the key.  
1Immobilizer System  
NOTICE  
Leaving the key in the vehicle can result in theft or  
accidental movement of the vehicle.  
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the  
vehicle unattended.  
Pay attention to the following when pressing the POWER button:  
Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the POWER button.  
Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.  
Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the POWER  
button.  
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.  
Doing so may damage the system and make your  
vehicle inoperable.  
Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic device, such as televisions and  
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can  
become magnetic.  
Security System Alarm*  
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly  
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,  
remote transmitter or smart entry system.  
1Security System Alarm*  
The security system alarm continues for a maximum  
of two minutes until the security system alarm  
deactivates.  
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is  
opened before the power mode is set to ON.  
When the security system alarm activates  
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.  
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To deactivate the security system alarm  
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or smart entry system, or turn  
the power mode is set to ON. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is  
deactivated.  
Do not set the security system alarm when someone  
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can  
accidentally activate when:  
Unlocking the door with the lock tab.  
Opening the hood with the hood release handle.  
Setting the security system alarm  
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have  
been met:  
If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the  
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off  
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.  
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by  
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,  
or smart entry system.  
The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).  
The hood and tailgate are closed.  
All doors and tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter,  
or smart entry system.  
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.  
Doing so may damage the system and make your  
vehicle inoperable.  
When the security system alarm sets  
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking  
interval changes after about 15 seconds.  
To cancel the security system alarm  
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote  
transmitter or smart entry system, or when the power mode is set to ON. The  
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.  
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Panic Mode  
The panic button on the remote  
transmitter  
If you press the panic button for  
approximately one second, the following will  
occur for about 30 seconds:  
The horn sounds.  
Panic  
Button  
Some exterior lights flash.  
Canceling panic mode  
Press any button on the remote transmitter.  
Set the power mode to ON.  
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Opening and Closing the Windows  
Opening/Closing the Power Windows  
The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,  
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and  
close all the windows.  
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows  
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WARNING  
Closing a power window on someone’s  
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.  
The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not  
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than  
the driver’s seat.  
Make sure your passengers are away from  
the windows before closing them.  
When the power window lock button is switched on (pushed in, indicator on), you  
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on if a  
child is in the vehicle.  
The power windows can be operated for up to 10  
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE  
OFF.  
Opening either front door cancels this function.  
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1Opening/Closing the Power Windows  
Opening/Closing the Windows with Auto-Open/Close  
Auto Reverse  
If a power window senses resistance when closing  
automatically, it stops closing and reverse direction.  
Function  
Manual operation  
Auto-open/close function on driver’s  
window  
To open: Push the switch down lightly, and  
hold it until the desired position is reached.  
To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it  
until the desired position is reached.  
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled  
when you continuously pull up the switch.  
ON  
OFF  
Power Window  
Lock Button  
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the  
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.  
Automatic operation  
Indicator  
To open: Push the switch down firmly.  
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.  
Driver’s  
Window  
Switch  
The window opens or closes completely. To  
stop the window at any time, push or pull the  
switch briefly.  
Auto-open/close function on front  
windows  
ON  
OFF  
Power Window  
Lock Button  
Indicator  
Driver’s  
Window  
Switch  
Passenger’s  
Window  
Switch  
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Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function  
To open: Push the switch down.  
To close: Pull the switch up.  
Close  
Release the switch when the window reaches  
the desired position.  
Open  
1Opening the Windows with the Remote  
Opening the Windows with the Remote  
Models with moonroof  
To open: Press the unlock button, and then  
within 10 seconds, press it again and keep it  
pressed. If the windows stop midway, repeat  
the procedure.  
If you open the windows with the remote, the  
moonroof will open automatically along with them.  
Unlock  
Button  
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1Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key  
Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key  
Models with moonroof  
To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the  
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to  
If you open/close the windows with the key ,the  
moonroof will close automatically along with them.  
the central position, turn the key in the unlock  
direction and hold it there.  
Close  
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key.  
Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the  
central position, turn the key in the lock  
direction and hold it there.  
Open  
Release the key to stop the windows at the  
desired position. If you want further  
adjustment, repeat the same operation.  
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Moonroof*  
Opening/Closing the Moonroof  
You can operate the moonroof when the power mode is in ON. Use the switch in  
the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.  
1Using the Moonroof Switch  
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WARNING  
Opening or closing the moonroof on  
someone’s hands or fingers can cause  
serious injury.  
Using the Moonroof Switch  
Automatic operation  
Open  
To open: Pull the switch back firmly.  
To close: Push the switch forward firmly.  
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of  
the moonroof before opening or closing it.  
The moonroof automatically opens or closes  
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway,  
pull or push the switch briefly.  
NOTICE  
Tilt  
Opening the moonroof in below freezing  
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice  
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.  
Close  
Manual operation  
To open: Pull the switch back lightly, and  
hold it until the desired position is reached.  
To close: Push the switch forward lightly, and  
hold it until the desired position is reached.  
The moonroof can be operated for up to 10 minutes  
after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF  
(LOCK).  
Opening either front door cancels this function.  
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse  
function causes the moonroof to change directions,  
closes.  
Tilting the moonroof up  
To tilt: Push on the center of the moonroof  
switch.  
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then  
release.  
You can use the remote transmitter or the key to  
operate the moonroof.  
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Opening the Windows with the Remote P. 180  
Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key  
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