Get Handling the Unexpected -> If a Tire Goes Flat Guide for Honda CR-V SUV Fifth Generation (2016-2021)

If a Tire Goes Flat

Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire

If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the

vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can

use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station

for a more permanent repair.

1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire

The kit should not be used in the following situations.

Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assitance to

have the vehicle towed.

•

The tire sealant has expired.

More than one tire is punctured.

The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4.8

mm).

If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually

to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.

•

The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is

outside the contact area.

1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.

2. Put the transmission into (P

.

3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF

When the puncture is: Kit Use

(LOCK).

Smaller than 3/16 inch

Yes

(4.8 mm)

Contact

Area

Larger than 3/16 inch

No

(4.8 mm)

•

Damage has been caused by driving with the tire

extremely under inflated.

•

The tire bead is no longer seated.

The rim is damaged.

Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the

tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be

able to repair the puncture using the kit.

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1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire

Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire

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Repair notification label and speed restriction label

are applied to the side of temporary tire repair kit.

Sealant/Air Hose

Power Plug

When making a temporary repair, carefully read the

instruction manual provided with the kit.

AIR Side

Instruction Manual

Selector Knob

REPAIR Side

Tire Sealant

Expiration Date

Pressure Gauge

Inflator Switch

Pressure Relief Button

Repair Notification Label

Speed Restriction Label

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1. Using the tab, fold back the cargo area

floor lid.

Tab

2. Remove the plastic spacer from the cargo

area.

Plastic Spacer

3. Unfasten the strap and remove the tire

repair kit.

4. Place the kit face up, on flat ground near

the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not

place the kit on its side.

Tire Repair Kit

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1Injecting Sealant and Air

Injecting Sealant and Air

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1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve

stem.

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WARNING

Valve Cap

Tire sealant contains substances that are

harmful and can be fatal if swallowed.

If accidentally swallowed, do not induce

vomiting. Drink plenty of water and get

medical attention immediately.

Tire Valve Stem

For skin or eye contact, flush with cool

water and get medical attention if

necessary.

2. Unwind the sealant/air hose from the kit.

Sealant/

Air Hose

In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.

In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before

using.

The sealant can permanently stain clothing and other

materials. Be careful during handling and wipe away

any spills immediately.

3. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire

valve stem. Screw it clockwise until it is

tight.

Sealant/Air Hose

Tire Valve Stem

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4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory

power socket.

u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a

1Injecting Sealant and Air

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WARNING

door or window.

Running the engine with the vehicle in an

enclosed or even partly enclosed area can

cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon

monoxide.

2 Accessory Power Socket P. 226

5. Turn on the vehicle’s power system.

2 Turning on the Power P. 465

u Keep the power system on while

injecting sealant and air.

Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can

cause unconsciousness and even death.

Only run the engine to power the air

compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 84

6. Turn the selector knob to REPAIR.

NOTICE

Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit

compressor for more than 15 minutes. The

compressor can overheat and become permanently

damaged.

REPAIR Side

Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure

shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than

actual. After the sealant injection is complete the

pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the

tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately

measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air

compressor off only after the sealant injection is

complete.

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7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.

u The compressor starts injecting sealant

and air into the tire.

u When the sealant injection is complete,

continue to add air.

1Injecting Sealant and Air

Pressure Gauge

If the required air pressure is not reached within 10

minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for

the kit to provide the necessary seal, and your vehicle

will need to be towed.

ON

8. After the tire reaches the specified air

pressure, turn off the kit.

u To check the pressure, periodically turn

off the compressor and read the gauge.

u Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label for

the specified pressure.

See a dealer for a replacement sealant bottle and

proper disposal of an empty bottle.

OFF

9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory

power socket.

Sealant/Air Hose

10. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire

valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

11. Press the pressure relief button until the

gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

Tire Valve Stem

Pressure Relief

Button

12. Apply the repair notification label to the

flat surface of the wheel.

Repair Notification Label

u The wheel surface must be clean to

ensure the label adheres properly.

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Distributing the Sealant in the Tire

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1. Apply the speed restriction label to the

location as shown.

2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.

u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Speed Restriction Label

Sealant/Air Hose

4. Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/

air hose on the compressor.

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5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.

1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire

u Do not turn the air compressor on while

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WARNING

checking the pressure.

2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 636

Running the engine with the vehicle in an

enclosed or even partly enclosed area can

cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon

monoxide.

Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can

cause unconsciousness and even death.

Only run the engine to power the air

compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

AIR Side

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6. If the air pressure is

• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):

Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have

your vehicle towed.

2 Emergency Towing P. 659

Models with 235/65R17 104H tires

• Front: 32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210 kPa) or more:

Models with 235/60R18 103H tires

• Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:

Models with 235/55R19 101H tires

• 33 psi (230 kPa) or more:

Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service

station, whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not

reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.

u If the air pressure does not go down after the 10 minute driving, you do not

need to check the pressure any more.

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Models with 235/65R17 104H tires

• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less than front: 32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30

psi (210 kPa):

Turn the air compressor on to inflate the tire until the tire pressure reaches front:

32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210 kPa).

2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 636

Models with 235/60R18 103H tires

• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less than front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32

psi (220 kPa):

Turn the air compressor on to inflate the tire until the tire pressure reaches front:

35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa).

2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 636

Models with 235/55R19 101H tires

• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less than 33 psi (230 kPa):

Turn the air compressor on to inflate the tire until the tire pressure reaches 33

psi (230 kPa).

2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 636

All models

Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service

station, whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not

reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.

u You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is not within the

range indicated for the tire size.

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7. Unplug the kit from the accessory power

socket.

8. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire

valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

9. Press the pressure relief button until the

gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

10. Repackage and properly stow the kit.

Pressure Relief Button

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Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

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NOTICE

You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.

Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit

compressor for more than 15 minutes. The

compressor can overheat and become permanently

damaged.

1. Open the trunk floor lid.

Sealant/Air

Hose

2 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair

the Flat Tire P. 626

2. Remove the kit from the case.

3. Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near

the flat tire, away from traffic. Do not

place the kit on its side.

4. Remove the sealant/air hose from the kit.

5. Remove the valve cap.

Valve Cap

6. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire

valve stem. Screw it clockwise until it is

tight.

Sealant/Air Hose

Tire Valve Stem

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1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power

socket.

u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a

3

WARNING

door or window.

Running the engine with the vehicle in an

enclosed or even partly enclosed area can

cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon

monoxide.

2 Accessory Power Socket P. 226

8. Turn on the vehicle’s power system.

2 Turning on the Power P. 465

u Keep the power system on while

injecting sealant and air.

Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can

cause unconsciousness and even death.

Only run the engine to power the air

compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 84

9. Turn the selector knob to AIR.

10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.

u The compressor starts to inject air into

the tire.

AIR Side

ON

11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.

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12. Turn off the kit.

u Check the pressure gauge on the air

compressor.

u If overinflated, press the pressure relief

button.

13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power

socket.

14. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire

valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

15. Press the pressure relief button until the

gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.

Pressure Relief Button

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Handling of the Jack

Your vehicle has jacking points as shown.

When replacing your tires, consult a dealer.

Jacking Points

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