Get Driving -> Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Guide for Honda CR-V SUV 2023

Off-Highway Driving Guidelines

General Information

Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement, however, its higher

ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads. It is not

designed for trail-blazing, or other challenging off-highway activities.

1Off-Highway Driving Guidelines

WARNING

Improperly operating this vehicle on or off-

pavement can cause a crash or rollover in

which you and your passengers could be

seriously injured or killed.

If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you will find that it requires somewhat

different driving skills and that your vehicle will handle somewhat differently than it

does on pavement. Pay attention to the precautions and tips in this section, and get

acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement.

• Follow all instructions and guidelines in

this owner’s manual.

• Keep your speed low, and don’t drive

faster than conditions permit.

Important Safety Precautions

To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to follow all precautions and

recommendations:

• Be sure to store cargo properly and do not exceed your cargo load limits.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 463

Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result

in a crash or a rollover.

2 Important Handling Information P. 44

2 Precautions While Driving P. 475

• Whenever you drive, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.

• Keep your speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow.

• It’s up to you to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits.

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uuOff-Highway Driving GuidelinesuAvoiding Trouble

Avoiding Trouble

• Check Out Your Vehicle before you leave the pavement and make sure that all

scheduled maintenance has been completed. Pay special attention to the

condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures.

• Remember the route you choose presents limits (too steep or bumpy), you have

limits (driving skill and comfort), and your vehicle has limits (traction, stability, and

power). Failing to recognize these limits will likely put you and your passengers in

a hazardous situation.

• Accelerating and Braking should be done slowly and gradually. Trying to start

or stop too fast can cause a loss of traction and you could lose control.

• Avoiding Obstacles and Debris in the road reduces the likelihood of a rollover

or damage to your suspension or other components.

• Driving on Slopes increases your risk of a rollover, particularly if you attempt to

drive across a slope that is too steep. Going straight up or down a slope is usually

the safest. If you can’t clearly see all conditions or obstacles on a slope, walk it

before you drive it. If there is any doubt whether you can safely pass, don’t try it.

Find another route. If you get stuck when climbing, do not try to turn around.

Back down slowly following the same route you took up the hill.

• Crossing a Stream - Avoid driving through deep water. If you encounter water

in your route (a small stream or large puddle, for example), evaluate it carefully

before going ahead. Make sure it is shallow, flowing slowly, and has firm ground

underneath. If you are not sure of the depth or the ground, turn around and find

another route. Driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. The

water can get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and

causing an eventual failure. It can also wash the grease out of the wheel bearings.

• If You Get Stuck, carefully go in the direction that you think will get you

unstuck. Do not spin the tires as this will only make things worse and could

damage the transmission. If you are unable to free yourself, your vehicle will need

to be towed. Front and rear tow hooks are provided for this purpose.

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