Honda CR-V: Charging System
Component Location Index

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

READ NEXT:
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
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
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
SEE MORE:
DTC P0455: EVAP System Large Leak
Detected
DTC P0456: EVAP System Very Small Leak
Detected
NOTICE
The fuel system is designed to allow specified
maximum vacuum and pressure conditions. Do not
deviate from the vacuum and pressure tests as
indicated in these procedures. Excessive pressure/
vacuum wou
Removal
1. Make sure the front wheels are aligned straight
ahead.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and
wait at least 3 minutes.
3. Remove the driver's airbag.
4. Disconnect the connector (A) from the cable reel,
then remove the steering wheel bolt (B).
5. Confirm that the front
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