Engine Does Not Start; Checking The Engine - Honda CR-V Owner's Manual

Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Starter doesn't turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn't start.
There may be a problem with the
fuses. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Models with keyless access system
Check for a message on the multi-information display.
If appears
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2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 623
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 185
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
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2 Battery P. 585
If the interior lights come on normally
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Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 176
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 647
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 625
Checklist
2 Fuses P. 639
2 Starting the Engine P. 397, 400
2 Fuel Gauge P. 128
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 646
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