Honda CR-V: Handling the Unexpected / Emergency Towing

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Handling the Unexpected / Emergency Towing

Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

All models

Flat bed equipment

The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.

This is the best way to transport your vehicle.

2WD models

Wheel lift equipment

The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle.

NOTICE

Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight.

Improper towing, such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the transmission.

Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift from side to side or break.

Make sure the parking brake is released. If you cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must be transported by the flat bed equipment.

Inspecting and Changing Fuses

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK *1 . Turn the headlights and all accessories off. Remove the fuse box cover. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment...

When You Cannot Open the Tailgate

If you cannot open the tailgate, use the following procedure: Use a flat-tip screwdriver and remove the cover on the inside of the tailgate. Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches...

Other information:

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Opening and Closing the Windows

The power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON *1 , using the switches on the doors. The driver side switches can be used to open and close all the windows. *1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch...

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button

* Not available on all models Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON *1 . *1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch...