Honda CR-V: Maintenance

This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.

This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.

If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your vehicle, you may want to purchase the service manual. See page for information on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer.

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 Maintenance Safety

All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic.

 Important Safety Precautions

To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required. Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking bra

 Potential Vehicle Hazards

Carbon Monoxide poison from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool down before t

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 Front Driveshaft Installation

1. Apply grease to the contact area (A) of the outboard joint and front wheel bearing. NOTE: Failure to apply grease may cause excessive noise and vibration. 2. Install a new set ring (A) onto the set ring groove (B) of the driveshaft (left driveshaft). 3. Apply 0.5-1.0 g (0.02-0.04 oz) of grease

 Hood

Hood Adjustment 1. Remove these items: Front bulkhead cover Front fender trim Cowl cover 2. Slightly loosen each bolt (A). 3. Adjust the hood alignment in this sequence: Adjust the hood right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the elongated holes in the hood hinges (B).

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