How to Use Remote Start in a Honda Vehicle

A Quick Guide to Convenience and Comfort: How to Use Remote Start 

Modern Honda vehicles make everyday driving more comfortable and convenient. One feature many drivers appreciate—especially during extreme weather—is remote engine start. With remote start, you can start your vehicle before getting inside, so the cabin is already warm on a cold morning or cool during a hot summer afternoon. At Steele Honda in St. John’s, NL, many popular models—including the Honda CR-V—come equipped with this convenient feature. If you’re new to remote start or want a quick refresher, this guide explains how to use remote start in a Honda vehicle and why it can make your daily drive more enjoyable. 

How to Use Honda Remote Start with Your Key Fob 

Using remote start in a Honda vehicle is simple and only takes a few seconds with your key fob. 

Most Honda models allow remote start when you are within about 100 feet of the vehicle. Follow these steps to start your vehicle remotely: 

• Press the LOCK button on your key fob. 
• Press and hold the ENGINE START (remote start) button for at least one second. 

The engine will start, and the vehicle’s climate system will automatically begin adjusting the interior temperature. 

Once the system activates, your vehicle will begin preparing the cabin so it’s comfortable when you enter. 

What Happens When You Use Remote Start in a Honda 

When remote start is activated in a Honda, the vehicle does more than simply turn on the engine. The automatic climate control system begins conditioning the interior to approximately 72°F. 

This means your vehicle will automatically begin heating or cooling depending on outside conditions. On hot days, the cabin begins cooling down before you get inside. On cold mornings, the system warms the cabin and helps start defrosting the windows. 

This smart climate control feature adds extra convenience and helps create a comfortable driving environment before your trip even begins. 

How to Drive Your Honda After Using Remote Start 

Once you reach your vehicle, getting on the road is quick and easy. 

Simply follow these steps: 

• Unlock and enter the vehicle with the key fob. The engine will continue to run. 
• Press the brake pedal. 
• Press the ENGINE START button once. 

At this point, the dashboard instruments will illuminate, and your vehicle will be ready to drive normally. 

This simple process ensures the vehicle recognizes the driver is present before shifting into drive. 

Using the HondaLink App to Remotely Start Your Honda 

Drivers of select models—such as the CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid—can enjoy even more flexibility with remote start using the HondaLink smartphone app. 

With an active HondaLink subscription, you can: 

• Start your vehicle remotely using your smartphone 
• Adjust the climate control settings 
• Choose between low, medium, or high climate settings 

This allows you to prepare your vehicle from much farther away than a traditional key fob, making it ideal when leaving work, finishing a workout, or preparing for your commute. 

Benefits of Using Remote Engine Start in Your Honda 

Remote start isn’t just convenient—it can also improve your overall driving experience. 

Some key benefits include: 

• Comfort in extreme weather: Start your vehicle early so the interior is already heated or cooled when you get in. 
• Improved visibility in winter: Remote start can begin warming the cabin and defrosting windows before you leave. 
• Everyday convenience: You can start your vehicle from inside your home, office, or while walking to the parking lot. 

For drivers in areas with cold winters or hot summers, this feature quickly becomes a favorite.