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:
The camera, used in systems; such as RDM, LKAS, ACC with Low Speed Follow,
auto
high-beam and CMBS™ , is designed to detect an object that triggers any of the
systems to operate their functions.
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the
windshield, the hood, or the front grille that could
obstruct the camera’s field of vision and cause the
system to operate abnormally...
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.
To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch *1 is in...