Charging System Indicator
Honda CR-V / Honda CR-V 2012-2026 Owner's Manual / Taking Care of the Unexpected / Charging System Indicator

If the charging system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.
See also:
Break-in Period
Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra
attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts and ...
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Visual Index
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