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.)

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:
Special Tools Required
Holder handle 07JAB-001020A
Companion flange holder 07RAB-TB4010B
1. Remove the drain plug (A) and the oil filler plug (B)
with sealing washers (C).
2. Raise the locknut tab (A) from the groove of the
clutch guide, making sure the tab completely clears
the groove to preve
Chassis and Paint Codes
Vehicle Identification Number
Manufacturer, Make and Type of Vehicle
5J6: Honda of America Mfg., Inc., U.S.A.
Honda Multipurpose passenger vehicle
JHL: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Honda Multipurpose passenger vehicle
Line, Body and Engine Type
RE3: CR-V 2WD/K24Z1
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