Honda CR-V: Engine Does Not Start / If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Handling the Unexpected / Engine Does Not Start / 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. Start the engine as follows:

Touch the center of the ENGINE START/ STOP button with the H logo on the smart entry remote while the ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.
The buttons on the smart entry remote should be facing you.
- The ENGINE START/STOP button flashes for about 30 seconds.
Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button within 10 seconds after the beeper sounds and the ENGINE START/STOP button changes from flashing to on.
- If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode will change to ACCESSORY.

Honda CR-V. If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter. If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it...

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...

Other information:

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Using the Power Tailgate Button

To open or close the power tailgate, press the power tailgate button for about one second. Some exterior lights flash and the beeper sounds. If you press the button again while the power tailgate is moving, it will stop. Press the button for about one second, and the power tailgate will reverse direction...

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Automatic Brake Hold

Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is pressed. You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at traffic lights and in heavy traffic. WARNING Activating the automatic brake hold system on steep hills or slippery roads may still allow the vehicle to move if you remove your foot from the brake pedal...