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2015 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual ➜ General Information

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.  
1Off-Highway Driving Guidelines  
3WARNING  
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.  
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.  
• Follow all instructions and guidelines in  
this owner’s manual.  
• Keep your speed low, and don’t drive  
faster than conditions permit.  
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.  
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 351  
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result  
in a crash or a rollover.  
2 Important Handling Information P. 30  
2 Precautions While Driving P. 366  
• 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.  
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