Honda CR-V: Frame
Under-cowl Panel Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.
1. Remove these items:
- Windshield wiper arms
- Front fender trim, both sides
- Cowl covers
2. Remove the bolts and nuts, disconnect the
connector (A) and remove the grommet (B), then
remove the under-cowl panel (C).

3. Install the under-cowl panel in the reverse order of
removal.
Upper Dashboard Support Gusset Replacement
Upper Dashboard Support Gusset Torque
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.

Rear Damper Gusset Replacement
Rear Damper Gusset Torque
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.

Subframe Replacement
Front Subframe Torque
NOTE:
- After loosening the subframe mounting bolts, be sure to replace them
with new ones.
- When installing, align both installation reference holes in the subframe
with both reference holes in the body using
a screwdriver or tapered punch as a guide.

Rear Subframe Torque
NOTE:
- After loosening the subframe mounting bolts, be sure to replace them
with new ones.
- When installing, align both installation reference holes in the subframe
with both reference holes in the body using
a screwdriver or tapered punch as a guide.

Frame Repair Chart
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Side View


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WARNING
Compressed air mixed with the R-134a forms a
combustible vapor.
The vapor can burn or explode causing serious
injury.
Never use compressed air to pressure test
R-134a service equipment
The air conditioning system removes heat from the passenger compartment by
transferring heat from the ambient air
to the evaporator. The evaporator cools the air with the refrigerant that is
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NOTE:
Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
Before this procedure, check that the variable valve
timing control (VTC) actuator is locked by turning the
VTC actuator counterclockwise. If not locked, turn the
VTC actuator clockwise until it stops, then recheck it.
If it is still not loc
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 the fluid slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately; it coul
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