Honda HR-V: Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
General Information
Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement, however, its
higher
ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads. It is not
designed for trail-blazing, or other challenging off-road activities.
If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you will find that it requires somewhat
different driving skills and that your vehicle will handle somewhat differently
than it
does on pavement. Pay attention to the precautions and tips in this section, and
get
acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement.
Important Safety Precautions
To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to follow all precautions and
recommendations:
- Be sure to store cargo properly and do not exceed your cargo load
limits.
- Whenever you drive, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat
belts.
- Keep your speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow.
- It's up to you to continually assess the situation and drive within the
limits.
WARNING
Improperly operating this vehicle on or off
pavement can cause a crash or rollover in
which you and your passengers can be
seriously injured or killed.
- Follow all instructions and guidelines in
this owner's manual.
- Keep your speed low, and don't drive
faster than conditions permit.
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result
in a crash or a rollover.
Avoiding Trouble
- Check Out Your Vehicle before you leave the pavement and make sure that
all
scheduled maintenance has been completed. Pay special attention to the
condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures.
- Remember the route you choose presents limits (too steep or bumpy), you
have
limits (driving skill and comfort), and your vehicle has limits (traction,
stability, and
power). Failing to recognize these limits will likely put you and your
passengers in
a hazardous situation.
- Accelerating and Braking should be done slowly and gradually. Trying to
start
or stop too fast can cause a loss of traction and you could lose control.
- Avoiding Obstacles and Debris in the road reduces the likelihood of a
rollover
or damage to your suspension or other components.
- Driving on Slopes increases your risk of a rollover, particularly if you
attempt to
drive across a slope that is too steep. Going straight up or down a slope is
usually
the safest. If you can't clearly see all conditions or obstacles on a slope,
walk it
before you drive it. If there is any doubt whether you can safely pass,
don't try it.
Find another route. If you get stuck when climbing, do not try to turn
around.
Back down slowly following the same route you took up the hill.
- Crossing a Stream - Avoid driving through deep water. If you encounter
water
in your route (a small stream or large puddle, for example), evaluate it
carefully
before going ahead. Make sure it is shallow, flowing slowly, and has firm
ground
underneath. If you are not sure of the depth or the ground, turn around and
find
another route. Driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. The
water can get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant
and
causing an eventual failure. It can also wash the grease out of the wheel
bearings.
- If You Get Stuck, carefully go in the direction that you think will get
you
unstuck. Do not spin the tires as this will only make things worse and could
damage the transmission. If you are unable to free yourself, your vehicle
will need
to be towed. Front and rear tow hooks are provided for this purpose.
READ NEXT:
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up to electric parking brake switch.
Continuously variable transmission mode
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up to electric parking brake switch.
Continuously variable transmission mode
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Removal & Installation
NOTE : SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations - Refer to: SRS Component Location Index (KA/KC), or SRS Component
Location Index (KA/KC) and the precautions
and procedures before doing repairs or service.
1. Column Cover - Remove
2. Co
DRIVE BELT AUTO-TENSIONER INSPECTION
Inspection
1. Drive Belt Auto-Tensioner - Position Check
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and make sure to turn the A/C switch
OFF, then turn
the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
Check the position of the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator pointer
(A) an