Honda CR-V: Rear Differential Fluid
Honda CR-V (2006–2011) Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Rear Differential Fluid
4WD model only
The rear differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the maintenance messages shown on the information display. Have your dealer replace the rear differential fluid.
Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid II only.
Do not use automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
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Brake Fluid
Check the fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir monthly.
Replace the brake fluid according to
the maintenance messages shown on
the information display.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake
Power Steering Fluid
Check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The fluid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering fluid to the
UPPER LEVEL.
Pour
SEE MORE:
A/T Differential
Component Location Index
4WD
2WD
Backlash Inspection
NOTE: The illustration shows the 4WD model; 2WD is
similar.
1. Install the drive shaft and intermediate shaft into
the differential assembly.
2. Secure the driveshaft (A) in a bench vise (B) with
soft jaws (C). To prevent damage to the drivesh
Fuses
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in
three fuse boxes.
The interior fuse box is located
under the dashboard on the driver’s
side. The fuse label is attached
under the steering column.
The auxiliary fuse box is located
next to the interior fuse box.
To open the fuse box lid, pull
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