Honda CR-V: Auto-tensioner Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Remove the chain case cover.
2. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise to compress the auto-tensioner.
3. Align the holes on the lock (A) and the auto-tensioner (B), then insert a 1.2 mm (0.05 in.) diameter pin or lock pin (P/N 14511 -PNA-003) (C) into the holes. Turn the crankshaft clockwise to secure the pin.
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.
Installation
1. Install the auto-tensioner.
2. Remove the pin or lock pin (P/N 1451 1-PNA-003) from the auto-tensioner.
3. Remove old liquid gasket from the chain case cover mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.
4. Clean and dry the chain case cover mating surfaces.
5. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004,08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the chain case mating surface of the chain case cover. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
NOTE:
- If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
6. Install the chain case cover.
NOTE:
- Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the chain case cover.
Chain Case Oil Seal Installation
Special Tools Required
- Driver 07749-0010000
- Attachment, 52 x 55 mm 077 46-0010400
1. Use the driver and attachment to drive a new oil seal squarely into the chain case to the specified installed height.
2. Measure the distance between the chain case surface and oil seal.
Oil Seal Installed Height: 33.0-33.7 mm (1.30-1.33 in.)
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Cam Chain Inspection
1. Remove the front wheels.
2. Remove the splash shield (see step 21).
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the cylinder head cover.
5. Set the No.1 piston at top dead center (TDC). The
punch mark
CKP Pulse Plate Replacement
1. Remove the front wheels.
2. Remove the splash shield (see step 21).
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the cylinder head cover.
5. Set the No.1 piston at top dead center (TDC). The
punch mark
Cylinder Head Cover Removal/Installation
Cylinder Head Cover Removal
1. Remove the intake manifold cover.
2. Remove the four ignition coils.
3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP)
canister purge valve connector.
4. Remove the dipst
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Connecting Rod Bearing Replacement
Rod Bearing Clearance Inspection
1. Remove the oil pump.
2. Remove the baffle plates (see step 7).
3. Remove the connecting rod cap and bearing half.
4. Clean the crankshaft rod journal and bearing half
with a clean shop towel.
5. Place plastigage across the rod journal.
6. Reinstall the bearin
Keys and Locks
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the driver’s
door lock. You can keep the glove
box locked when you leave your
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
facility.
You should have received a key
number tag with your keys
