Honda CR-V: Owner’s Maintenance Checks
You should check the following items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed.
Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank.
Engine coolant level - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank.
Automatic transmission - Check the fluid level monthly.
Brakes - Check the fluid level monthly.
Tires - Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
Lights - Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate light monthly.
NOTE:
Independent of themaintenance items in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
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Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations
Adding Engine Oil
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage co
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certification Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is e
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Differential Disassembly
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
TripMeter
This meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it.
There are two trip meters: Trip A
and Trip B. Switch between these
displays by pressing the select/reset
knob repeatedly.
Each trip meter works independently,
so you can keep track of two
