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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow

Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following-interval behind a vehicle detected ahead of yours and, if the detected vehicle comes to a stop, can decelerate and stop your vehicle, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the accelerator.

Improper use of ACC with Low Speed Follow can lead to a crash.

Use ACC with Low Speed Follow only when driving on expressways or freeways and in good road and weather conditions.

ACC with Low Speed Follow has limited braking capability and may not stop your vehicle in time to avoid a collision with a vehicle that quickly stops in front of you.

Always be prepared to apply the brake pedal if the conditions require.

Radar Sensor

You can read about handling information for the camera equipped with this system.

Front Sensor Camera

ACC with Low Speed Follow Conditions and Limitations

On roads with frequent lane-change or continuous stop and go traffic, ACC with Low Speed Follow cannot keep an appropriate distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you.
On roads with sharp turns.
On roads with toll collection facilities or other objects between lanes of traffic, or in parking areas, or facilities with drive through access.
On roads with bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.), ACC with Low Speed Follow may not detect the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you properly.
On roads with slippery or icy surfaces. The wheels may spin out and your vehicle may lose the control on the condition.
On roads with steep uphill or steep downhill slopes.
On roads with undulating slopes.

How to activate the system

To Set the Vehicle Speed

When driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h) or above: Take your foot off the pedal and press the RES/+ / SET/- switch up or down when you reach the desired speed. The moment you release the switch, the set speed is fixed, and ACC with Low Speed Follow begins.

When you use ACC with Low Speed Follow, Straight Driving Assist (a feature of the Electric Power Steering system) is activated.

When driving slower than about 25 mph (40 km/h): If the vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is not depressed, pressing the switch fixes the set speed to about 25 mph (40 km/h) regardless of current vehicle speed. If the vehicle is stationary, you can set the vehicle speed even with the brake pedal depressed.

When ACC with Low Speed Follow starts operating, the vehicle icon, interval bars and set speed appear on the gauge.

Customized Features Defaulting All the Settings

When in Operation

Exiting a vehicle that has been stopped while the ACC with Low Speed Follow system is operating can result in the vehicle moving without operator control.

A vehicle that moves without operator control can cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or death.

Never exit a vehicle when the vehicle is stopped by ACC with Low Speed Follow.

The vehicle ahead of you is going at almost the same speed as, or faster than, your vehicle.
A vehicle that cuts in front of you is going faster than your vehicle, gradually increasing the interval between the vehicles.

When the vehicle ahead of you moves away, such as when entering an interchange or rest area, ACC with Low Speed Follow may continue to maintain the set following-interval for a short time.

There is a vehicle ahead

ACC with Low Speed Follow monitors if a vehicle ahead of you enters the ACC with Low Speed Follow range. If a vehicle is detected doing so, the ACC with Low Speed Follow system maintains or decelerates your vehicle’s set speed in order to keep the vehicle’s set following-interval from the vehicle ahead.

To Set or Change Following-interval

When a vehicle whose speed is slower than your set speed comes in or cuts in front of you and is detected by the radar and the camera, your vehicle starts to slow down.

There is no vehicle ahead

Your vehicle maintains the set speed without having to keep your foot on the brake or accelerator pedal.

On steep downhill during ACC with Low Speed Follow, it brakes to inhibit excessive acceleration for maintaining the set speed. However, the vehicle speed may become faster than the set speed.

When you depress the accelerator pedal

You can temporarily increase the vehicle speed. In this case, there is no audible or visual alert even if a vehicle is in the ACC with Low Speed Follow range.

A vehicle detected ahead is within ACC with Low Speed Follow range and slows to a stop

Your vehicle also stops, automatically. The Stopped message appears on the gauge.

If no vehicle is ahead of you before you resume driving, depress the accelerator pedal and ACC with Low Speed Follow will operate again within the prior set speed.

The system may automatically shut off under certain conditions. Some examples of these conditions are listed below. Other conditions may reduce some of the ACC with Low Speed Follow functions.

Environmental conditions

Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

Roadway conditions

Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks, reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).

Vehicle conditions

The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorrect sizes, varied sizes or construction, improperly inflated, compact spare tire, etc.).
The camera temperature gets too high.
The parking brake is applied.
The front grille is dirty.
The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.
Tire chains are installed.

Detection limitations

A vehicle suddenly crosses in front of you.
The interval between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too short.
A vehicle cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes suddenly.
You accelerate rapidly and approach the vehicle ahead of you at high speed.
The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small vehicle.
There are animals in front of your vehicle.

A vehicle ahead of you stops and the speed difference between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is significantly large.
An oncoming vehicle suddenly comes in front of you.
Your vehicle abruptly crosses over in front of an oncoming vehicle.

The vehicle ahead of you brakes suddenly.

Your vehicle or the vehicle ahead of you is driving on one edge of the lane.

To Adjust the Vehicle Speed

Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ / SET/– switch on the steering wheel.

Each time you press the RES/+ / SET/– switch up or down, the vehicle speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph or 1 km/h accordingly.
If you keep the RES/+ / SET/– switch pressed up or down, the vehicle speed increases or decreases by about 5 mph or 5 km/h accordingly.

Press the Interval button to change the ACC with Low Speed Follow following-interval.

Determine the most appropriate following-interval setting based on your specific driving conditions. Be sure to adhere to any following-interval requirements set by local regulation.

The higher your vehicle’s following-speed is, the longer the short, middle, long or extra long following-interval becomes. See the following examples for your reference.

When your vehicle stops automatically because a vehicle detected ahead of you has stopped, the interval between the two vehicles will vary based on the ACC with Low Speed Follow interval setting.

To cancel ACC with Low Speed Follow, do any of the following:

Automatic cancellation

The beeper sounds and a message appears on the driver information interface when ACC with Low Speed Follow is automatically canceled. Any of these conditions may cause the ACC with Low Speed Follow to automatically cancel:

Bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.)
When the radar sensor behind the Honda emblem on the front grille gets dirty.
The vehicle ahead of you cannot be detected.
An abnormal tire condition is detected, or the tires are skidding.
Driving on a mountainous road for extended periods, or driving off road.
Abrupt steering wheel movement.
When the ABS, VSA ® , CMBS TM , or Low Speed Braking Control* is activated.
When the ABS or VSA ® system indicator comes on.
When the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.
When you manually apply the parking brake.
When the detected vehicle within the ACC with Low Speed Follow range is too close to your vehicle.
When accelerating rapidly.
The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including the windshield, gets dirty.
When the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
When passing through an enclosed space, such as tunnel.
The vehicle has repeatedly applied the brakes to maintain the set speed (for example, you are descending a long slope).
When the system doesn’t detect any driving actions from the driver for a certain amount of time while the LKAS is also activated.
When the parking brake and brake system indicator (amber) comes on.

The ACC with Low Speed Follow automatic cancellation can be also triggered by the following causes. In these cases, the parking brake will be automatically applied.

The driver’s seat belt is unfastened when the vehicle is stationary.
The vehicle stops for more than 10 minutes.
The engine is turned off.

To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control

Press and hold the interval button for one second. Cruise mode selected appears on the driver information interface for two seconds, and then the mode switches to Cruise.

Green: The system is on.
White: The system is standby.

When the vehicle speed is set.
When ACC with Low Speed Follow is not activated.

When to use

Desired speed in a range above roughly 25 mph (40 km/h).

Take your foot off the pedal and press the RES/+ / SET/- switch up or down when you reach the desired speed.

When you use cruise control, Straight Driving Assist (a feature of the Electric Power Steering system) is activated.

Each time you press the RES/+ / SET/- switch up or down, the vehicle speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph or 1 km/h accordingly.

If you keep the RES/+ / SET/- switch pressed up or down, the vehicle speed increases or decreases by about 5 mph or 5 km/h accordingly.

To cancel cruise control, do any of the following:

When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h)

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2017 Honda CR-V - Safety & Driver Assistive Technology

The fifth-generation CR-V incorporates premium active safety, passive safety and driver-assistive features, including Honda Sensing TM technology, now offered as standard equipment on EX and higher trim. The 2017 CR-V is projected to earn top collision safety ratings including a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a TOP SAFETY PICK + rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), when equipped with Honda Sensing.

Active safety and driver-assistive features include the Honda Sensing™ suite of technologies, now offered standard equipment on EX and above trims. For 2017, Honda Sensing on the CR-V now, for the first time, includes Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (LSF).

Additional new driver-assistive features available on the 2017 CR-V include Blind Spot Information (BSI) system, Cross Traffic Monitor, Auto High-Beam system (AHB) and new Driver Attention Monitor.

Passive safety features begin with the CR-V's advanced unibody engineering and construction, which includes 57-percent high-strength steel, the most in CR-V model history. In addition, an Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, energy-dispersing crash stroke front frame rails, and tailor-tempered B-pillars and rear frame structures help better protect occupants in a collision – while also helping to minimize weight. Additional CR-V passive-safety features include an advanced front airbag system, front side airbags, and side curtain airbags with rollover sensor.

An important new driver-assist feature for the 2017 CR-V is the Driver Attention Monitor, which continually monitors steering inputs to gauge the driver's level of awareness becoming inattentive – and then warns the driver to take a break.

Key Safety & Driver Assistance Features

Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure with crash stroke design
Hot-stamped ultra-high-strength steel door rings and sills

Multi-Angle Rearview Camera

Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Auto High-Beam System (AHB) 1
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS™)

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) – Integrated with CMBS

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) 1
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – Integrated with RDM 1
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) 1
Driver Attention Monitor (EX and above) 2
Blind Spot Information (BSI) (EX and above) 1

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Crash Safety Ratings

Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™)

Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body-structure enhances occupant protection and crash compatibility in frontal collisions by distributing crash energy more evenly throughout the front of the vehicle. (See the Body & Exterior section for more information.)

Pedestrian Injury Mitigation Design

Structures in the front of the 2017 CR-V are designed to help absorb energy in the event of a collision with a pedestrian. Research by Honda shows that the following features can dramatically improve a pedestrian's chance of survival if struck by a moving vehicle.

Specific pedestrian head injury mitigation features include:

Hood is designed to deform if contact is made with either an adult or a child pedestrian
Windshield base has a unique section structure for efficient impact energy absorption
Energy-absorbing fender mounts and supports
Breakaway windshield wiper pivots
Deformable hood hinges

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) is an Electronic Stability Control system that works in conjunction with the Drive-by-Wire™ throttle and the 4-channel ABS systems to enhance control capability while the vehicle is accelerating, braking, cornering or when the driver makes a sudden maneuver.

VSA also provides a limited-slip differential effect by applying braking force to a slipping wheel, thereby redirecting driving force to the wheel with more traction. By pressing the VSA button, the driver can temporarily reduce the traction control effectiveness, allowing more wheel slip during stuck condition. ABS remains fully operational at all times.

Brake Assist

A function of the VSA® system, Brake Assist recognizes emergency braking situations and almost instantly applies added braking force to ensure maximum stopping force, an action that can help shorten braking distance.

Advanced 4-Channel ABS with Electronic Brake Distribution

All 2017 CR-V trims are fitted with 4-wheel disc brakes with 4-channel anti-lock braking (ABS). The ABS system also incorporates Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) circuitry that automatically proportions front-to-rear brake force based on the dynamic load on each wheel. Large front brake disc dimensions and a new electric brake booster and larger master cylinder provide excellent stopping performance and pedal feel under all conditions. (See the Chassis section for more information.)

Three-point seatbelts are standard for all seating positions. The front seatbelts are equipped with pyrotechnic pre-tensioners and load-limiting retractors to help mitigate injuries in a frontal collision. When an impact occurs, the automatic tensioner tightens the seatbelt (shoulder and lap) to help hold the seat occupant firmly in position. Each front seatbelt retractor incorporates a load limiter that works in conjunction with the automatic tensioner. The load limiter functions by permitting a small amount of controlled seatbelt slack shortly after the automatic tensioner is activated to limit the peak restraining forces and thereby reducing the potential of serious injury.

Advanced Front Airbag System

Both the driver and front passenger are protected by intelligent, advanced front airbags (iSRS). If triggered, these airbags are capable of deploying at different rates depending on crash severity, seatbelt usage and other factors. Like other Honda vehicles, the driver's front airbag is located in the steering wheel while the passenger airbag is located on the top of the dash. When deployed, the passenger airbag inflates upward and then rearward to maximize its protective potential while reducing the likelihood of injuries caused by airbag deployment.

Driver's Spiral & Flexible Venting Technology (FVT) Airbag The CR-V incorporates spiral stitching into the driver's front airbag. The spiral nature of the airbag promotes early restraint and the FVT system maintains a constant pressure by reducing volume early and maximizing volume later in deployment.

Front Passenger's Airbag The front passenger's airbag in the CR-V features a vent system that increases safety for the front passenger in a frontal collision involving an airbag deployment. If the passenger is sitting "out of position" – such as leaning forward in the pathway of the airbag deployment – the auxiliary vents remain open, directing a significant amount of gas out and away from the occupant. As a result, the potential for injury from the airbag striking an out-of-position passenger is reduced. However, if the passenger is correctly seated, the airbag has a passive tether that will close the auxiliary vents at the necessary time to provide optimal occupant restraint.

Driver and Front Passenger Side Airbags

Side airbags mounted in the outboard area of each front seatback are designed to help provide pelvic and thorax protection for the driver and front passenger in the event of a severe side impact. The side airbags deploy in a manner that helps mitigate the risk of injury to a smaller seat occupant.

Side Curtain Airbags

All outboard seating positions are protected by side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor system. In the event of a severe side impact, the side curtain airbags deploy from modules in the roof, providing a significant level of head protection in the window area. In the unlikely event of a rollover, a roll-rate sensor along with multiple G sensors trigger airbag deployment. The side curtain airbags will also deploy and provide head protection in frontal impacts as necessary. For example, small overlap impacts, where the front corner of the vehicle collides with a solid object.

In the case of a rollover, the side curtain airbags on both sides of the vehicle will deploy. The airbag maintains full inflation for approximately 6 seconds after inflation to allow for the increased duration of a rollover accident. However, in the event of a sufficient side impact that does not result in a rollover, only the airbags on the impacted side of the vehicle will deploy.

Whiplash Mitigation Front Seat Design

Both front seats are designed to help mitigate the severity of neck injuries in the event of a rear impact by efficiently dispersing forces against the occupant as the seatback cushion compresses relative to the occupant's head. The seatback springs are optimized so that in a rear crash, when the seatback is pushed forward into the occupant, the seat will absorb the occupant's mass in manner that can help minimize the severity of a whiplash injury.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)

Both of the second-row outboard seating positions on all CR-Vs are equipped with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) child seat-mounting system. Tether anchors are provided the remaining middle seating position.

Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring System

The CR-V's indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) uses wheel-speed data collected by the ABS system to determine when the air pressure in one tire drops below the recommended minimum. When this occurs, a symbol illuminates on the instrument panel to warn the driver. (See the Chassis section for more information.)

All 2015 and newer Honda models, including the 2017 CR-V, incorporate a multi-angle rearview camera. The camera can show a top view, normal or wide view when the transmission is in Reverse, based on the driver's selection. On the CR-V LX trim, the camera display is viewable on the 5-inch color LCD screen. On EX, EX-L and Touring trims, the view is displayed on the 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen. Additionally, the LX trim feature static guidelines that help the driver better judge distances, while EX and above trims have dynamic guidelines that project the vehicle's future path based on the driver's steering inputs.

Honda Sensing™

Previously available on the 2016 CR-V Touring trim and now included on the 2017 CR-V EX, EX-L and Touring trims, Honda Sensing™ helps provide greater awareness of driving conditions around the vehicle, providing warnings to the driver and, under certain conditions, aiding the driver in avoiding or mitigating the severity of a collision.

Honda Sensing™ features include the following:

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – Integrated with RDM

There are certain conditions under which Honda Sensing-related features may not engage or operate, including inclement weather (such as snow, ice or heavy rain), and extreme cabin heat (due to operability of the camera).

Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)

All CR-V models with Honda Sensing™ offer the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), one of the most sophisticated safety technologies available. An automatic emergency braking system, CMBS features a millimeter wave radar unit, located behind the front grille, and monocular camera, located between the rearview mirror and windshield, to scan traffic conditions ahead of the vehicle.

When the system determines a collision is possible with a detected vehicle, the integrated Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system's visual and audible alerts prompt the driver to take corrective actions. The visual alert appears on the Multi-Information Display (MID). If the situation is not resolved, CMBS can apply different levels of autonomous braking action to help reduce vehicle speed and eventual collision forces, and therefore to help reduce the severity of a collision if the driver doesn't take corrective action on their own. The radar unit and camera work simultaneously and cooperatively to control the VSA/EBB modulator, which initiates any required braking.

Due to the effectiveness of its monocular camera, CMBS can recognize shapes and differentiate between a vehicle and a pedestrian, warning the driver in each case.

It is important to note that CMBS cannot detect all objects ahead, nor is it intended to replace the driver's assessment of traffic conditions and control of the vehicle. The driver must intervene in certain situations, and must always be attentive when using the system. Although in many cases CMBS will stop the vehicle, it is not intended to apply enough braking force to prevent all collisions. Based on the conditions, the system also may not perform all visual- and audible-alert stages, and may instead automatically engage the brakes if the system deems it necessary. CMBS may be turned off by pressing the CMBS button on the left side of the dash.

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is included in trims with Honda Sensing. Integrated with CMBS, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) uses a monocular camera and a millimeter-wave camera to detect vehicles ahead and to determine whether a collision is likely. This reduces the stress of driving in traffic, while also contributing to an increased level of passive safety.

If the FCW system detects a vehicle in front of the CR-V and then determines that a collision may occur (due to a speed differential between the 2 vehicles), it will trigger visual and audible alerts for the driver. These include a "BRAKE" message on the Multi-Information Display (MID), and a series of beeps to alert the driver to apply the brake pedal. The FCW system will not automatically brake, and the driver remains responsible for safely operating the vehicle and avoiding collisions. If the driver doesn't respond to the FCW warnings, however, the CMBS is triggered into operation.

Drivers may adjust the distance at which FCW alerts occur between "Long," "Normal" or "Short."

Note that the FCW system cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors.

Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) provides a less stressful driving experience by reducing the need for steering correction movements and driving effort on the highway. LKAS uses a camera to read lane markings and uses Electric Power Steering (EPS) to assist the driver in maintaining their position within the lane.

Designed for the U.S. road structure, the system uses a monocular camera mounted on the upper portion of the windshield to identify painted lanes, Botts' dots and cats eye markers at speeds between 45 mph and 90 mph. When LKAS senses that the driver is drifting from the middle of a detected lane, the system generates corrective steering torque to assist the driver in maintaining lane position.

LKAS may be activated and deactivated using a switch located on the right side of the steering wheel. The system will suspend operation after several seconds if the driver either takes his or her hands off the wheel or does not grip the wheel strongly enough. Operation suspension is accompanied by a visual warning and corresponding vibration/oscillation of the steering wheel, resuming when the driver makes a steering input.

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)

Integrating Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (see below), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) is new for the 2017 CR-V. It uses a monocular camera (mounted on the upper portion of the windshield) to identify solid or dashed painted lane lines, Botts' dots and cats eye markers. RDM uses steering force, via EPS to help the CR-V stay in its lane and, if the vehicle is detected leaving a lane marked by solid lines, braking force, via Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)/Electric Brake Booster (EBB), to keep the vehicle from departing the lane or roadway altogether.

The monocular camera recognizes lane features and identifies the lane. If the RDM system determines that the CR-V is about to leave a detected lane, it will provide steering assist (primary) and in rare occasions when steering assist is not sufficient to avoid leaving a lane marked by a solid line, braking assist, to help the driver stay on the road. RDM is integrated with the VSA system to provide moderate braking, and with the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system to provide steering input.

Visual and steering wheel vibration warnings alert the driver when the RDM system is taking corrective action, including a lane departure warning on the Driver Information Interface (DII).

RDM also has a customizable initial warning of the steering wheel shake/vibration and can also cancel driving assistance. This can be customized in the vehicle settings. RDM can be turned off completely by using the RDM Off button on the left of the dashboard.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is designed to alert the driver if the vehicle is leaving a detected lane without the turn signal being activated. The system functions at speeds from 45 to 90 mph on straight or slightly curved roads, alerting the driver of deviations from a detected lane. The LDW system utilizes the same upper front windshield camera used for Honda Sensing-related features, and provides the visual and vibration alerts prior to the other systems actively engaging.

If the vehicle begins to move out of a detected lane without the turn signal activated, LDW illuminates a Lane Departure message on the Multi-Information Display (MID) and sounds an audible warning, advising the driver to take appropriate action. The system can be activated and deactivated by pressing the LDW button located on the left of the dashboard.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (LSF)

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) allows the driver to set a desired speed and following interval from a vehicle detected ahead, allowing the use of cruise control on the highway in light traffic conditions. This significantly reduces the driver stress of driving in traffic. The system uses the millimeter wave radar and monocular camera to continually track the distance to the vehicle detected ahead, and then adjusts the CR-V's speed to maintain the set following interval. A short, medium, long, or extra-long interval can be selected. When required, the CR-V autonomously brakes using the VSA/EBB modulator. Integrated Low-Speed Follow (LSF) extends the automatic following capability to stop-and-go traffic situations (down to 0 mph).

ACC operates in the following ways in the listed circumstances:

A preceding vehicle is detected in the lane ahead – Decelerates automatically, if required, and then controls the following distance.
The preceding vehicle slows to a stop – Stops automatically and remains stationary.
The preceding vehicle accelerates from a stop – Resumes following when the SET or RES switch or accelerator pedal is operated.
Another vehicle merges in between the CR-V and the preceding vehicle – Automatically switches "targets" to the nearest detected preceding vehicle.
The preceding vehicle exits the lane – ACC system continues at cruise-control speed previously selected by driver (25 to 90 mph).

A Driver Information Interface (DII) message and audible warning alert the driver when the ACC function is activated.

Auto High-Beam System (AHB)

The auto high-beam (AHB) system, included with EX and above trims, makes optimal use of the vehicle's headlights. When the headlight switch is set in the Auto position, the system automatically illuminates the high beams until an integrated camera detects oncoming or preceding traffic and automatically switches to low beams.

Blind Spot Information(BSI) System

CR-V EX and above trims feature an advanced blind spot information system, or BSI. This technology uses radar sensors to detect the presence of vehicles to the side and behind the CR-V and is designed to help the driver when changing lanes. If the system determines a vehicle may be in the driver's blind spot, BSI automatically alerts the driver by activating a warning indicator.

Driver Attention Monitor

Making its Honda debut on the 2017 CR-V EX and above trims, on highway and arterial roads the Driver Attention Monitor continually monitors and assesses driver behavior behind the wheel to help determine if the driver is becoming inattentive – and then if so, warn the driver to take a break. The system uses input from the Electric Power Steering (EPS) to measure both the frequency and severity of the driver's steering inputs to gauge their level of awareness with four gradients.

When the Driver Attention Monitor is activated, the driver is first alerted by a coffee cup icon and a 4-level bar graph that is displayed on the MID below the speedometer and tachometer. The bar graph indicates full attention with 4 white bar elements are illuminated. As the driver attention drops, fewer and fewer bars are illuminated. When the number of bars drops to two, a message inviting the driver to take a break is illuminated. If the driver continues driving and the graph drops to the lowest level of one bar, a beeper sounds and the steering wheel vibrates, prompting the driver to pay closer attention or take a rest break.

Cross Traffic Monitor

In EX and above trims, the Cross Traffic Monitor works in conjunction with the BSI radar sensors to enhance driver confidence when backing up. The system is especially useful when reversing in congested parking lots with an obstructed view from driver's seat.

The system utilizes a pair of blind-spot radar units located in the rear bumper corners. When Reverse is selected and an approaching vehicle is detected, arrows indicating the approaching vehicles direction are shown on the 7-inch display's rear camera image as well as an audible warning.

Safety and Driver Assistance Features

(See the Specifications and Features section for all data.)

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Mastering the Honda CR-V Cruise Control: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you curious about the adaptive cruise control feature in the 2023 Honda CRV? Let’s dive into how it works and how you can make the most of it.

Located on the right side of the steering wheel, there are three buttons that are key to utilizing this feature effectively. The first button activates the cruise control, the second button adjusts the following distance, and the third button enables the lane departure system.

Once activated, you can set the cruise control to maintain your desired speed, up to 90 miles per hour. If you approach a slower vehicle, the adaptive cruise control will automatically adjust your speed to match the car ahead. When you signal to change lanes, the system will accelerate back to your set speed once you’ve passed the vehicle.

Furthermore, the lane departure system provides additional safety by alerting you if your vehicle drifts out of its lane and gently guides it back to the center.

If you have any further questions about these features in the 2023 CRV, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here to ensure you have a thorough understanding of the advanced technologies in your vehicle.

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Where are the adaptive cruise control buttons located in the 2023 CRV?

The adaptive cruise control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. There are three buttons to be concerned with – one for turning it on and off, another for adjusting the distance, and the third for activating the lane departure feature.

How do I set the adaptive cruise control speed in the 2023 CRV?

After turning it on and setting the distance, you can set it for any speed up to 90 miles per hour. You can set the speed by using the buttons on the steering wheel.

How does the adaptive cruise control work when approaching another vehicle?

If you come up on a car going slower than your set speed, the adaptive cruise control will automatically slow down to match the speed of the car in front of you. If you change lanes, it will accelerate back to your original set speed to pass the vehicle.

What does the lane departure feature do in the 2023 CRV’s adaptive cruise control?

The lane departure feature, when activated during cruise, will alert you if your car veers over the lane and gently nudge your car back into the center lane.