Honda CR-V: Adding Engine Oil

Unscrew and remove the 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 components in the engine compartment.

Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill above the upper mark; you could damage the engine.

READ NEXT:

 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

 Synthetic Oil

You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil: it displays the API certification seal, and it is the proper weight. You must follow t

 Engine Oil Additives

Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability.

SEE MORE:

 Rear Differential Fluid Inspection and Replacement

1. With the vehicle on level ground, inspect the differential fluid with the ignition switch turned to LOCK (0). 2. Use solvent and a brush to wash off any oil and dirt from the differential fluid inspection oil filler plug. 3. Remove the oil filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), then check

 Crankshaft and Piston Removal

1. Remove the engine assembly. 2. Remove the transmission. 3. Remove the drive plate. 4. Remove the oil pan. 5. Remove the oil pump. 6. Remove the cylinder head. 7. Remove the baffle plates. 8. Remove the 8 mm bolts. 9. Remove the bearing cap bolts. To prevent warpage, unscrew the bolts in s

© 2016-2026 Copyright www.hcrv.net