Honda CR-V: Engine Does Not Start / Emergency Engine Stop

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Handling the Unexpected / Engine Does Not Start / Emergency Engine Stop

Models with smart entry system

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:

Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.

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, put the transmission into Honda CR-V. Emergency Engine Stop after the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

Canadian models

Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake pedal.

Do not press the ENGINE START/STOP button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched off.

If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while driving, the beeper sounds.

If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

Models with smart entry system If the beeper sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the driver information interface; and the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes and the engine will not start...

Jump Starting

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Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: To cancel

To cancel the LKAS: Press the MAIN or LKAS button. The LKAS is turned off every time you stop the engine, even if you turned it on the last time you drove the vehicle. Pressing the MAIN button also turns ACC with Low Speed Follow on and off. The system operation is suspended if you: Set the wipers to continuous operation...