Get Handling the Unexpected -> Indicator, Coming On/Blinking Guide for Honda CR-V SUV Fifth Generation (2016-2021)

Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.

What to do as soon as the indicator comes on

1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On

NOTICE

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Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause

serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.

2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.

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What to do after parking the vehicle

1. Turn the power system off and let the engine sit for approximately

three minutes.

2. Open the hood and check the oil level.

u Add oil as necessary.

2 Oil Check P. 585

3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.

u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.

u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Immediately turn

the power system off and contact a dealer for repairs.

If the 12-volt Battery Charging System Indicator

Comes On

1If the 12-volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.

What to do when the indicator comes on

If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the

power system. The power system uses the 12-volt

battery to activate. You may not be able to turn the

power system on again if you have turned it off with

this indicator on.

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Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical

systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.

This indicator may blink after starting when the

outside temperature is below -22°F (-30°C). It will

stop blinking after the battery warms up.

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uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or

Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink

• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control

system.

1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

NOTICE

If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,

the emissions control system and the engine could be

damaged.

• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.

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What to do when the indicator lamp comes on

Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a

dealer.

If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when

restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at

31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle

inspected.

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What to do when the indicator lamp blinks

Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least

10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or

Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

• The brake fluid is low.

1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

Have your vehicle repaired immediately.

It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there

is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop

immediately in a safe place. If necessary use the

deceleration paddle selector to slower your vehicle’s

speed.

• There is a malfunction in the brake system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on while driving

Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.

• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.

• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, use the deceleration

paddle selector to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.

If the brake system indicator (red) and ABS indicator

come on simultaneously, the electronic brake

distribution system is not working. This can result in

vehicle instability under sudden braking.

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Reasons for the indicator to blink

• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.

What to do when the indicator blinks

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Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.

Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer

immediately.

If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same

time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes

on, the parking brake may not work.

Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle

checked by a dealer immediately.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes

On or Blinks at the Same Time When the

Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

P. 651

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking

uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the

Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

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If the brake system indicator (red) comes on or blinks at the

same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,

release the parking brake manually or automatically

2 Parking Brake P. 547

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same

Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

If you apply the parking brake, you may not be able

to release it.

If the brake system indicator (red) and the brake

system indicator (amber) come on at the same time,

the parking brake is working.

• If the brake system indicator (red) continuously comes on or blinks at

the same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,

stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it inspected by a dealer

immediately.

If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same

time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes

on, the parking brake may not work because it is

checking the system.

u Preventing the vehicle from moving, put the transmission into (P

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• If only the brake system indicator (red) is turned off, avoid using the

parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On

If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.

• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine

speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and

sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn on the power system again.

If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle

inspected by a dealer.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking

uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks

If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or

Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink

1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks

A tire pressure is significantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.

If there is a problem with the TPMS, the indicator blinks for about one

minute, and then stays on.

NOTICE

Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause

it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always

inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.

Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the

pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on

the driver side doorjamb.

u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted.

2 TPMS Calibration P. 489

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What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on

Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message

If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along

with the Warning Message

1If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the

Warning Message

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Reasons for the indicator to blink

The transmission is malfunctioning.

What to do when the indicator blinks

• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

You may not be able to turn on the power system.

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Make sure to set the parking brake when parking

your vehicle.

Call a professional towing service if you need to tow

your vehicle.

2 Emergency Towing P. 659

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