Honda CR-V: Charging System
Honda CR-V (2006–2011) Service Manual / Engine Electrical / Charging System
Component Location Index
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CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (In the gauge control module)
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX (Has built-in ELECTRICAL LOAD DETECTOR [ELD] UNIT)
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BATTERY
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ALTERNATOR
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DRIVE BELT
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AUTO-TENSIONER
Symptom Troubleshooting Index
Charging system indicator does not come on with the ignition switch ON (II)
- Troubleshoot the charging system indicator circuit.
Charging system indicator stays on
- Check for PGM-FI DTCs
- Troubleshoot the charging system indicator circuit
- Check for a broken drive belt
- Check the drive belt auto-tensioner
Battery discharged
- Check for excessive parasitic electrical current draw
- Check for a broken drive belt
- Check the drive belt auto-tensioner
- Troubleshoot the alternator and regulator circuit
- Check for a poor connection at the battery terminal
- Test the battery
Battery overcharged
- Troubleshoot the alternator and regulator circuit
- Test the battery
Circuit Diagram
- Charging System Indicator Circuit Troubleshooting
- Alternator and Regulator Circuit Troubleshooting
- Drive Belt Inspection
- Alternator Removal and Installation
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Charging System Indicator
Circuit Troubleshooting
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Does the charging system indicator come on?
YES-Go to step 2.
NO-Go to step 14.
2. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at
2,000 rpm for 1 minute.
Does the c
Alternator and Regulator
Circuit Troubleshooting
1. Make sure the battery connections are good and
the battery is sufficiently charged.
2. Connect a VAT-40 (or equivalent tester), and turn
the selector switch to position 1 (starting).
3. Start the
Drive Belt Inspection
1. Inspect the belt for cracks and damage. If the belt is
cracked or damaged, replace it.
2. Check that the auto-tensioner indicator (A) is within
the standard range (B) as shown. If it is out of the
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Shift Lever Position Indicators
These indicators on the instrument
panel show which position the shift
lever is in.
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it flashes while driving (in
any shift position), it indicates a
possible problem
ThreeWay Catalytic Converter
The three way catalytic converter
contains precious metals that serve
as catalysts, promoting chemical
reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converter is referred to
as a three-way catalyst, since it acts
on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement
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