Honda CR-V: Handling the Unexpected / 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.

- To open the tailgate, push the tailgate
while pushing the lever to the right using a
flat-tip screw driver.


Following up:
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
When you open the tailgate from inside, make sure
there is enough space around the tailgate, and it
does not hit anyone or any object.
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...
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable
fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.
Turn off the engine...
Other information:
Select .
Select MENU.
Select Sound.
Select a tab from the following choices:
BAS-MID-TRE: Bass, Middle, Treble
FAD-BAL-SUBW * : Fader, Balance, Subwoofer *
SVC: Speed Volume Compensation
The SVC has four modes: Off, Low, Mid, and High.
SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle
speed...
Models with smart entry system
If the beeper sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message
appears on the driver information interface; and the ENGINE START/STOP
button
flashes and the engine will not start. Start the engine as follows:
Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the smart
entry remote while the ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing...