Honda CR-V: Starting the Engine / Models with smart entry system

1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
   • The parking brake and brake system indicator comes on for 15 seconds when you pull up the electric parking brake switch.

   

2. Check that the shift lever is in , then depress the brake pedal.
   • Although it is possible to start the vehicle in , it is safer to start it in .

   

3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button without depressing the accelerator pedal.

   

Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine.

The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters).

When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.

If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold, an engine block heater will improve starting and warming of the engine. Consult a dealer for details.

If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft.

If an improperly coded device is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

Bring the smart entry remote close to the ENGINE START/STOP button if the battery in the smart entry remote is weak.

The engine may not start if the smart entry remote is subjected to strong radio waves.

Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to start the engine.

If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds before trying again.

Stopping the Engine

You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.

1. Shift to .
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.