Honda CR-V: Handling the Unexpected / Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
position.
Releasing the Lock
- Set the parking brake.
- Models without smart entry system
Remove the key from the
ignition switch.
Models with smart entry system
Remove the built-in key from the smart
entry remote.
- All models
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot (as shown in image) and remove
the cover.
- Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
- While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button, and place the shift
lever into
.
- The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.


Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the
following
order:
Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery
terminal...
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
The temperature gauge needle is at the
mark
or the engine suddenly loses
power...
Other information:
* 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...
Make sure that your phone is paired and
connected to the system.
Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.
If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-compatible phone, which is not
compatible for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be connected.
To pause or resume a file
Select the play icon or pause icon...