Honda CR-V (2022 year). Manual in english - page 12

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Tailgate

Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate

Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or 
closing it.

•

Open the tailgate all the way.

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If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.

•

Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.

Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:

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Avoid possible damage.

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Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.

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Carbon Monoxide Gas

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Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate

Be careful not to hit your head on the tailgate or to 
put your hands between the tailgate and the luggage 
area when closing the tailgate.

When you are storing or picking up luggage from the 
luggage area, or using a forward and back kicking 
motion under the centre of the rear bumper for 
hands free access

*

, while the engine is idling, do not 

stand in front of the exhaust pipe. You may get 
burned.

Do not allow any passenger in the luggage space. 
They may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden 
acceleration, or a crash.

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WARNING

Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate 
that is being opened or closed can be 
seriously injured.

Make sure that all people are clear of the 
tailgate before opening or closing it.

Models without power tailgate

All models

* Not available on all models

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Opening/Closing the Tailgate

When all the doors are unlocked or press the 
tailgate unlock button on the remote 
transmitter, the tailgate is unlocked.
Press the outer handle and lift open the 
tailgate.

If you are carrying the keyless remote, you do 
not have to unlock the tailgate before 
opening it.

To close the tailgate, grab the inner handle, 
pull the tailgate down, and push it closed 
from outside.

If you close the tailgate when the driver’s door 
is locked, the tailgate locks automatically.

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Some exterior lights flash three times.

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Opening/Closing the Tailgate

Do not leave the key in the vehicle when you get out. 
Carry it with you.

Even if you are not carrying the keyless remote, you 
can unlock the tailgate while someone else with the 
remote is within range.
Do not leave the keyless remote inside the luggage 
area and close the tailgate. The beeper sounds and 
the tailgate cannot be locked.

Models with keyless access system

Outer Handle

Models with keyless access system

Inner 
Handle

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Press the tailgate unlock button to unlock the 
tailgate.

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Using the Remote Transmitter

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Using the Remote Transmitter

*

If you have unlocked and opened the tailgate using 
the remote transmitter or keyless remote

*

, when 

closing, the tailgate locks automatically.

Tailgate 
Unlock 
Button

Tailgate 
Unlock 
Button

* Not available on all models

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Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate

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The power tailgate can be operated by pressing the power tailgate button on the 
remote transmitter, pressing the power tailgate button in the driver’s side control 
panel, pressing the outer handle or button on the tailgate, or by raising and 
lowering your foot under the centre of the rear bumper for hands free access.

The power tailgate can be opened/closed when the transmission is in 

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The power tailgate can be opened/closed when the parking brake is applied.

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Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate

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WARNING: 

Always take the ignition key with you 

whenever you leave the vehicle alone or with other 
occupants.

NOTICE

Do not push or pull on the power tailgate when it is 
being automatically opened or closed.
Forcibly opening or closing the power tailgate while 
in operation can deform the tailgate frame.

When operating the power tailgate, make sure there 
is enough space around your vehicle. People near the 
tailgate may be seriously hurt if the tailgate hits or 
closes on their heads. Be especially cautious if 
children are around.

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WARNING

Opening or closing a power tailgate while 
any part of a passenger is in the tailgate’s 
operating path can cause serious injury.

Make sure all passengers or objects are 
clear of the tailgate operating range 
before opening or closing the tailgate.

Continuously variable transmission models

Manual transmission models

* Not available on all models

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Use a forward and back kicking motion under 
the centre of the rear bumper to open or close 
the power tailgate while carrying the keyless 
remote.

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Some exterior lights will flash, then the 
tailgate begins to move.

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Using the Hands Free Access

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Using the Hands Free Access

During rain or in other instances when the vehicle 
becomes wet, the sensor may not properly detect 
your foot motion.

When performing work on or around the rear section 
of the vehicle, you may inadvertently open or close 
the tailgate.
To prevent this from happening, select Customized 
Features on the audio/information screen and then 
select OFF for the feature.

2

Customized Features

 P. 408

If you hold your foot under the bumper for too long, 
the power tailgate does not open or close.
This function will not operate if you don’t have the 
keyless remote on you. Please make sure you have 
the keyless remote on you.

The duration of the kicking motion should be 
approximately one second.

1 sec.

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Press the power tailgate button for more than 
one second to operate when the power mode 
is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).

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Some exterior lights flash three times.

If you press the button again while the power 
tailgate is moving, it will stop.
Press the button for more than one second, 
and the power tailgate will reverse direction.

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Customizing when to open the tailgate

Anytime: 

The power tailgate unlocks and opens at the same time. This is the 

default setting.

When Unlocked: 

The tailgate opens when all doors are unlocked.

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Customized Features

 P. 408

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Using the Remote Transmitter

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Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate

*

The power tailgate may not open or close under the 
following conditions:

•

You start the engine while the tailgate is 
automatically opening or closing.

•

The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.

•

The vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.

•

The tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.

If you close the power tailgate when all the doors are 
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically and 
some exterior lights flash.

If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse 
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be 
disabled. The power tailgate resumes once you 
manually close the tailgate.

Installing aftermarket components other than Honda 
genuine accessories on the power tailgate may 
prevent it from fully opening or closing.

Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you 
get your luggage in and out.

The beeper sounds when you start driving while the 
power tailgate is still open, or closing.

Power 
Tailgate 
Button

* Not available on all models

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To open or close the power tailgate, press the 
power tailgate button for about one second.

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Some exterior lights flash three times.

If you press the button again while the power 
tailgate is moving, it will stop.
Press the button for about one second, and 
the power tailgate will reverse direction.

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Using the Power Tailgate Button

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Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate

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If the power tailgate meets resistance while opening 
or closing, the auto reverse feature reverses the 
direction. The beeper sounds three times.

The auto reverse function stops sensing when the 
tailgate is almost closed to make sure that it fully 
closes.

Do not touch the sensors located on both sides of the 
tailgate. The power tailgate does not close if you 
touch either sensor when you are trying to close the 
tailgate.

Be careful not to scratch the sensors with a sharp 
object. If scratched, they can be damaged, and the 
power tailgate closing feature malfunctions.

* Not available on all models

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If you press the outer handle of the tailgate for 
no longer than one second, the tailgate opens 
automatically.

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If you want to open the tailgate 
manually, press the button for more than 
one second.

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Tailgate

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If you are carrying the keyless remote, you do 
not have to unlock the tailgate before 
opening it.

If you press the outer handle again while the 
power tailgate is moving, it will stop.
Press the outer handle, and the power tailgate 
will reverse direction.

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Using the Tailgate Outer Handle

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Using the Tailgate Outer Handle

Do not leave the key in the vehicle when you get out. 
Carry it with you.
Even if you are not carrying the keyless remote, you 
can unlock the tailgate while someone else with the 
remote is within range.
Do not leave the keyless remote inside the luggage 
area and close the tailgate. The beeper sounds and 
the tailgate cannot be locked.

You can change the power tailgate operation setting 
on and off.

2

Customized Features

 P. 408

Outer Handle

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Press the tailgate inner button on the tailgate 
to close the power tailgate.

If you press the tailgate inner button again 
while the power tailgate is moving, it will stop.
Press and release the tailgate inner button 
again, and the power tailgate will reverse 
direction.

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Using the Tailgate Inner Button

Tailgate Inner Button

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

To program:

1.

Open the tailgate to the desired position.

2.

Press and hold the tailgate inner button. 
You will hear one long beep, followed by 
two short beeps.

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Programming Tailgate Position

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Programming Tailgate Position

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

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 directions in step 2.

Tailgate Inner Button

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Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate

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If you manually close the power tailgate, it latches automatically.

Automatically lowers the power tailgate when there is a possibility that the fully 
opened power tailgate can fall down by its own weight (for example, by snow on 
the tailgate). The beeper sounds while the power tailgate lowers.

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Auto-Closer

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Power Tailgate Fall Detection

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Auto-Closer

The auto-closer feature does not activate if you push 
the tailgate outer handle while the power tailgate is 
closing.

NOTICE

Do not put any force on the tailgate while the power 
tailgate is latching.

Keep your hands away from the tailgate when you 
manually close the tailgate and let it latch 
automatically. It is dangerous to put your hands 
around the tailgate as it starts to latch itself.

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Power Tailgate Fall Detection

If you try to manually close the power tailgate 
immediately after it fully opens, the power tailgate 
fall detection may activate

Once the power tailgate fall detection activates, wait 
until the power tailgate fully closes. Keep away from 
the power tailgate when it is in motion.

If the power tailgate fall detection constantly 
activates, consult at a dealer.

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Security System

Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from 
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key.

Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch

*

 or 

pressing the 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button

*

:

•

Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch

*

 or the 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button

*

.

•

Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.

•

Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition 
switch

*

 or the 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button

*

.

Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic device, such as televisions and 
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can become 
magnetic.

*1: Models with the keyless access system have an 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button instead of an 

ignition switch.

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Immobilizer System

NOTICE

Leaving the key in the vehicle can result in theft or 
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the 
vehicle unattended.

Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.

If the system repeatedly does not recognise the 
coding of your key, contact a dealer. If you have lost 
your key and cannot start your engine, contact a 
dealer.

Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the 
ignition switch to ON 

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*1

 the first time after the 

battery has been disconnected.

Right-hand drive type

* Not available on all models

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Security System Alarm

The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, bonnet, or doors are opened 
without the remote transmitter, or keyless access system

*

.

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When the security system alarm activates

The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.

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To deactivate the security system alarm

Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter, keyless access system

*

, or turning 

the ignition switch to ON 

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*1

. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, 

is deactivated.

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Setting the security system alarm

The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have 
been met:

•

The ignition switch is in LOCK 

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*1

.

•

The bonnet is closed.

•

All doors and the tailgate are locked with the key, the remote transmitter, or 
keyless access system

*

.

•

The key has been removed from the ignition switch.

*1: Models with the keyless access system have an 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button instead of an 

ignition switch.

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Security System Alarm

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other 
devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.

The security system alarm will continue for 
approximately 5 minutes before the security system 
alarm deactivates.
The system will go through ten 30-second cycles, 
during which the horn will sound and an emergency 
indicator will flash.
Depending on circumstances, the security system 
may continue operating for more than 5 minutes.

Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:

•

Unlocking the door with the lock tab.

•

Opening the bonnet with the bonnet release 
handle.

If the battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may activate 
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the remote transmitter or 
keyless access system

*

.

If you unlock a door with the key while the security 
system is activated, the alarm will go off.

Models without keyless access system

* Not available on all models

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When the security system alarm sets

The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking 
interval changes after about 15 seconds.

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To cancel the security system alarm

The security system alarm is cancelled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote 
transmitter, or keyless access system

*

, or when the ignition switch is turned to ON 

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*1

. 

The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.

*1: Models with the keyless access system have an 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button instead of an 

ignition switch.

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Security System Alarm

The system may accidentally activate such as when:

•

The vehicle is parked in an automated garage.

•

The vehicle is being washed with highly pressurized 
water or being put through an automated car 
wash.

•

The vehicle is being transported by train, ferry or 
trailer.

•

The vehicle is subjected to heavy rain or stormy 
weather.

•

Ice is being removed from the vehicle.

You can use ultrasonic sensor 

OFF

 button and Tilt 

sensor 

OFF

 button not to accidentally activate the 

security system alarm.

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Ultrasonic Sensors

*

 P. 203

2

Tilt Sensor

*

 P. 204

Models with ultrasonic sensors or tilt sensor

* Not available on all models

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Ultrasonic Sensors

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The ultrasonic sensors activate only when the security system alarm is set. If the 
sensors detect an intruder moving around inside or entering the interior of the 
vehicle through a window, the sensor will activate the alarm.

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To set the security system alarm without activating the ultrasonic sensors

You can set the security system alarm without activating the ultrasonic sensors.

To turn off the ultrasonic sensor system, press 
the ultrasonic sensor OFF button after you 
remove the key from the ignition switch, or 
with the key in the ACCESSORY 

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 or LOCK 

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*1

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The 

 is on in red.

To turn it on again, press the ultrasonic sensor 
OFF button.

Ultrasonic sensors is turned on every time you 
set the security system alarm, even if you 
turned it off the last time.

*1: Models with the keyless access system have an 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button instead of an 

ignition switch.

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Ultrasonic Sensors

*

Whether the ultrasonic sensors has been activated or 
not, the security system can only be turned off by the 
remote transmitter or keyless access system

*

, not the 

key.

It is possible to confirm whether the vehicle security 
system was activated without your knowledge. If the 
security system has been activated, the 

 will blink 

for 5 minutes after you unlock the door and disable 
the system.
If, however, you start the engine, the 

 will stop 

blinking after 5 seconds.

If the ultrasonic sensor is malfunctioning or there is 
another problem, the 

 will come on for 5 minutes 

after you unlock the door and disable the system.
If, however, you start the engine, the 

 will shut 

off.

The security system may accidentally activate by 
ultrasonic sensors such as when:

•

Someone is in the vehicle

•

A window is open

•

Accessories or clothes are hanging in the vehicle.

Ultrasonic Sensor OFF Button

* Not available on all models

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Tilt Sensor

*

The tilt sensor activates only when the security system alarm is set. If someone raises 
the vehicle in an attempt to tow the vehicle or remove the wheels etc., the sensor 
will activate the alarm.

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To set the security system alarm without activating the tilt sensor

You can set the security system alarm without activating the tilt sensor.

To turn off the tilt sensor system, press the tilt 
sensor OFF button after you remove the key 
from the ignition switch, or with the key in the 
ACCESSORY 

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 or LOCK 

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*1

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The 

 is on in red.

To turn it on again, press the tilt sensor OFF 
button.
Tilt sensor is turned on every time you set the 
security system alarm, even if you turned it off 
the last time.

*1: Models with the keyless access system have an 

ENGINE START/STOP

 button instead of an 

ignition switch.

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Tilt Sensor

*

Whether the tilt sensor has been activated or not, the 
security system can only be turned off by the remote 
transmitter or keyless access system

*

, not the key.

It is possible to confirm whether the vehicle security 
system was activated without your knowledge. If the 
security system has been activated, the 

 will blink 

for 5 minutes after you unlock the door and disable 
the system.
If, however, you start the engine, the 

 will stop 

blinking after 5 seconds.

If the tilt sensor is malfunctioning or there is another 
problem, the 

 will come on for 5 minutes after you 

unlock the door and disable the system.
If, however, you start the engine, the 

 will shut off.

Do not set the tilt sensor when the vehicle is lifted or 
jacked up.

Tilt Sensor OFF Button

* Not available on all models