Honda CR-V: Indicator, Coming On/Blinking / If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
- Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
- Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
NOTICE
If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems...
Reasons for the indicator to come on
The brake fluid is low.
There is a malfunction in the brake system.
What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure...
Other information:
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
Rotate the tires.
Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
Set the cold tire pressure in all four tires.
Make sure:
The vehicle is at a complete stop...
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.
To open the tailgate, push the tailgate
while pushing the lever to the right using a
flat-tip screw driver...
Categories

The seat belt system includes an indicator on
the instrument panel to remind the driver or a
front passenger or both to fasten their seat
belts.
If the ignition switch is turned to ON
*1 and
a seat belt is not fastened, a beeper will sound
and the indicator will blink. After a few
seconds, the beeper will stop and the
indicator will come on and remain illuminated
until the seat belt is fastened.
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