Honda CR-V: 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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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
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
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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board
snapshot, and review General Troubleshooting Information.
1. Warm up the engine to normal operating
temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
2. Make sure that the transmission is filled to the
proper level, and check for fluid
Special Tools Required
Adjuster 07MAA-PR70110
Locknut wrench 07MAA-PR70120
NOTE: Adjust the valves only when the cylinder head
temperature is less than 100 ºF (38 ºC).
1. Remove the cylinder head cover.
2. Set the No.1 piston at top dead center (TDC). The
punch mark (A) on the variable valve
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