Honda CR-V: Auto-tensioner Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Remove the chain case cover.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_291.jpg)
2. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise to compress
the auto-tensioner.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_292.jpg)
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.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_293.jpg)
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_294.jpg)
Installation
1. Install the auto-tensioner.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_295.jpg)
2. Remove the pin or lock pin (P/N 1451 1-PNA-003)
from the auto-tensioner.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_296.jpg)
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.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_297.jpg)
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.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_298.jpg)
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.
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_299.jpg)
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.)
![Honda CR-V. Cylinder Head](images/books/1602/honda_cr-v_auto_tensioner_removal_and_installation_300.jpg)
READ NEXT:
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
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
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
SEE MORE:
Front Bumper Removal/Installation
NOTE:
Have an assistant help you when removing and
installing the front bumper.
Take care not to scratch the front bumper and body.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the front bulkhead cover.
2. Remove the bolts (A) and clips (B, C) securing the
1. Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
2. Reach in between the hood and
the front grille with your fingers.
The hood latch handle is above
the ‘‘H’’ log
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