The 2020 Honda CR-V is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and in many trims you can view the current tire pressures on the instrument cluster’s information display. If a tire is underinflated, a warning light will illuminate on the dashboard.
How TPMS works in the 2020 CR-V
Honda’s TPMS uses sensors in each tire to monitor pressure and alert the driver if any tire falls below the recommended level. The system’s primary role is to warn you of low tire pressure; some trims also provide a readout of current pressures on the dashboard’s information display, while others rely mainly on the warning indicator.
Can you view individual tire pressures by trim?
LX and EX
Availability of a real-time tire pressure readout on the dashboard varies by trim and region. For the LX and EX, you may need to access the Tire Pressure screen via the instrument cluster’s information display using the steering wheel controls. If your model supports it, you’ll see the psi for each tire; if not, you’ll only see the TPMS warning.
Informative guide to the display options for these trims:
- Power on the vehicle and locate the steering wheel controls for the information display.
- Use the appropriate button to cycle through the MID/Info screens until you reach the Tire Pressure screen, if available.
- Read the current psi values shown for each tire on the display.
- If a tire reads significantly low, inflate it to the recommended level shown on the door placard and recheck.
Concluding note for LX/EX: If your car does not show individual pressures, rely on the TPMS warning light and periodically check tire pressures with a gauge.
EX-L and Touring
On higher trims such as EX-L and Touring, the dashboard information display more commonly includes a dedicated Tire Pressure screen, letting you view real-time pressures for all four tires. This can help you monitor pressure without a separate gauge, though the exact steps may still require cycling through the MID using steering wheel controls.
Informative guide to using the display on these trims:
- Turn on the ignition and access the instrument cluster information display via the steering wheel controls.
- Navigate to the Tire Pressure screen to view each tire’s psi.
- If a tire falls below the recommended level, inflate to the specified value and recheck after a few miles of driving.
Concluding note for EX-L/Touring: These trims more reliably offer a dedicated tire pressure readout on the dashboard display, but it’s still wise to confirm the reading with a physical gauge if you notice a warning or unusual wear.
What to do if you don’t see tire pressures on your CR-V
If your 2020 CR-V does not show numeric tire pressures on the dashboard, you’ll still have TPMS warning indicators. Use a tire pressure gauge to verify each tire’s pressure against the recommended levels in the owner’s manual or on the driver’s door placard. Maintain tires at the recommended psi for optimal safety, efficiency, and tire life. If you inflate a tire to the correct pressure and the warning persists, there may be a sensor fault or a system reset requirement that a Honda dealer can address.
Additional considerations
Remember that temperature changes and load can affect tire pressure, so periodic checks are prudent even if the dashboard displays current readings. The TPMS is designed as a safety feature, not a substitute for regular manual inspections of tread depth, wear, and tire condition.
Summary
The 2020 Honda CR-V includes TPMS to alert you to underinflated tires, and many trims provide a real-time tire pressure readout on the instrument cluster’s information display. The exact capability to view individual pressures depends on trim level and market, with LX/EX more likely to require cycling through the display and EX-L/Touring more often featuring a dedicated TPMS readout. When in doubt, rely on the warning light and verify pressures with a gauge to maintain safety and efficiency.