Honda CR-V: Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate / Programming Tailgate Position

Honda CR-V 2017-2026 Owner's Manual / Controls / Opening and Closing the Tailgate / Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate / Programming Tailgate Position

The extent to which the power tailgate automatically opens can be programed.

To program:

Open the tailgate to the desired position.
- If you want to reprogram the power tailgate to open all the way, manually raise the tailgate to its upper most position and follow the next step.
Press and hold the tailgate inner button until you hear short two beeps following one long buzzer.

If the tailgate is only slightly opened, the position cannot be programmed, even if you push the inner button.

Using the Tailgate Inner Button

Press the button on the tailgate to close the power tailgate. The beeper sounds. If you press the button again while the power tailgate is moving, it will stop...

Auto-Closer

If you manually close the power tailgate, it latches automatically. The auto-closer feature does not activate if you press the tailgate outer handle while the power tailgate is closing...

Other information:

Honda CR-V 2017-2026 Owner's Manual: In Case of Emergency*

* Not available on all models Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator if the battery level is low, the line is disconnected, or you do not have adequate cellular coverage. You cannot use this emergency service when: You travel outside the HondaLink service coverage areas...

Honda CR-V 2017-2026 Owner's Manual: Customized Features

Models with color audio system Use the audio/information screen to customize certain features. When you customize settings: Make sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop. Shift to . How to customize While the vehicle is at a complete stop with the ignition switch in ON , press the MENU/CLOCK button, then select Settings...