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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Alternator and Regulator
Circuit Troubleshooting
1. Make sure the battery connections are good and
the battery is sufficiently charged.
2. Connect a VAT-40 (or equivalent tester), and turn
the selector switch to position 1 (starting).
3. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at
3,000 rpm with no load until the radiator fan comes
on, then let i
Unlocking the Tailgate
If the power door lock system cannot
unlock the tailgate, unlock it
manually.
Place a cloth on the top side of the
cover to prevent scratches, then use
a small flat-tip screwdriver to remove
the cover on the back of the tailgate.
Push the release lever to the lower
right as sho
