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2023 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual ➜ Key

Locking and Unlocking the Doors  
Key  
This vehicle comes with the following keys:  
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The  
Use the keys to turn on and off the power  
system, and to lock and unlock the doors,  
tailgate, and fuel fill door.  
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle  
theft.  
2 Immobilizer System P. 176  
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the  
keys:  
• Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in  
locations with high temperature or high humidity.  
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.  
• Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.  
• Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the  
battery.  
Built-in Key  
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The built-in key can be used to unlock the  
doors when the keyless remote battery  
becomes weak and the power door unlock  
operation is disabled.  
Built-in Key  
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power  
system may not activate, and the remote transmitter  
may not work.  
If the keys do not work properly, have them  
inspected by a dealer.  
To remove the built-in key, push the release  
button and then pull out the key. To reinstall  
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the  
keyless remote until it clicks.  
You can remotely turn the power system on using the  
remote engine start.  
2 Remote Engine Start P. 457  
Release Button  
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Key Number Tag  
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Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a  
safe place outside of your vehicle.  
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a  
dealer.  
Contains a number that you will need if you  
purchase a replacement key.  
If you lose your key and you cannot activate the  
power system, contact a dealer.  
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