Honda CR-V: The Clean Air Act
Honda CR-V (2006–2011) Owner's Manual / Technical Information / Emissions Controls / The Clean Air Act
The United States Clean Air Act* sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work.
* In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada, at the time they are manufactured.
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Crankcase Emissions Control System
Your vehicle has a positive
crankcase ventilation system. This
keeps gasses that build up in the
engine’s crankcase from going into
the atmosphere. The positive
crankcase ventilation valve
Evaporative Emissions Control System
As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
tank, an evaporative emissions
control canister filled with charcoal
adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
canister while the engine is off. After
the en
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery
The onboard refueling vapor
recovery (ORVR) system captures
the fuel vapors during refueling. The
vapors are adsorbed in a canister
filled with activated carbon. While
driving, the fuel vapo
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Vehicle Maintenance
A properly maintained vehicle
maximizes fuel economy. Poor
maintenance can significantly reduce
fuel economy. Always maintain your
vehicle according to the maintenance
messages displayed on the multiinformation display.
For example:
Use the recommended viscosity
mo
Brake Hose
Brake Hose and Line Inspection
1. Inspect the brake hoses for damage, deterioration, leaks, interference,
and twisting.
2. Check the brake lines for damage, rusting, and leaks. Also check for bent
brake lines.
3. Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if
necess
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