Vehicle Maintenance Honda CR-V 1
Introduction to the Honda CR-V Repair Manual
This manual provides information on repair, maintenance and operation of Japanese Honda vehicles manufactured from 1994 to 2000. The manual covers Honda CR-V models from 1995-2000 and Odyssey/Shuttle/Lagreat models from...
This manual provides information on repair, maintenance and operation of Japanese Honda vehicles manufactured from 1994 to 2000. The manual covers Honda CR-V models from 1995-2000 and Odyssey/Shuttle/Lagreat models from...
Vehicle and component identification numbers
Typical location of vehicle and unit identification numbers: ; 1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN); 2. Manual transmission number; 3. Automatic transmission number; 4. Engine number Car numbers Vehicle Identification...
Typical location of vehicle and unit identification numbers: ; 1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN); 2. Manual transmission number; 3. Automatic transmission number; 4. Engine number Car numbers Vehicle Identification...
Location of serviced units and assemblies in the engine compartment
Location of serviced units and assemblies in the engine compartment (cR-V model): 1. Air filter; 2. Battery; 3. Expansion tank of the cooling system; 4. Upper radiator hose; 5. Ignition distributor; 6. Fuel filter; 7....
Location of serviced units and assemblies in the engine compartment (cR-V model): 1. Air filter; 2. Battery; 3. Expansion tank of the cooling system; 4. Upper radiator hose; 5. Ignition distributor; 6. Fuel filter; 7....
Air filter — replacement
The air filter is dry, the filter element is changed every 48,000 km or 2 years, whichever comes first. Do not clean the element with a vacuum cleaner or by blowing with compressed air. CR-V Models 1. Disconnect the...
The air filter is dry, the filter element is changed every 48,000 km or 2 years, whichever comes first. Do not clean the element with a vacuum cleaner or by blowing with compressed air. CR-V Models 1. Disconnect the...
Fuel filter — removal and installation
It is recommended to change the fuel filter every 5 years or 192,000 km. The fuel pressure and condition of the filter hoses should be checked at least once a year or every 24,000 km. On all models except the V6...
It is recommended to change the fuel filter every 5 years or 192,000 km. The fuel pressure and condition of the filter hoses should be checked at least once a year or every 24,000 km. On all models except the V6...
Crankcase ventilation valve — inspection, removal and installation
It is recommended to check the valve stem condition on 1995 Odyssey 2.2L models only, every 60,000 miles. If the engine is idling erratically, the valve stem should be checked on other models as well. To check, lightly...
It is recommended to check the valve stem condition on 1995 Odyssey 2.2L models only, every 60,000 miles. If the engine is idling erratically, the valve stem should be checked on other models as well. To check, lightly...
Gasoline vapor recovery tank — check
The condition of the tank and connecting hoses is checked by external inspection; the presence of cracks and deformations is not allowed. If leaks are detected, replace the tank or worn parts. Attention! If the fuel...
The condition of the tank and connecting hoses is checked by external inspection; the presence of cracks and deformations is not allowed. If leaks are detected, replace the tank or worn parts. Attention! If the fuel...
Battery — Checking, Removing and Installing
The battery condition is checked by external inspection. If traces of electrolyte leakage or visible damage to the battery case are detected, it should be replaced immediately. In maintenance-free batteries, check the...
The battery condition is checked by external inspection. If traces of electrolyte leakage or visible damage to the battery case are detected, it should be replaced immediately. In maintenance-free batteries, check the...
Attachment drive belts
The CR-V and Odyssey models are equipped with belts with a corrugated V-shaped profile, providing drive to one or more units. On V6 Odyssey models, a corrugated belt is used for the power steering pump. The second belt...
The CR-V and Odyssey models are equipped with belts with a corrugated V-shaped profile, providing drive to one or more units. On V6 Odyssey models, a corrugated belt is used for the power steering pump. The second belt...
Timing Belt — Replacement Frequency and Maintenance
The camshaft drive belt is changed after 168,000 km or 84 months, whichever comes first. When operating in severe climatic conditions (at an air temperature above 32°C or below 29°C), the belt is changed after 96,000 km...
The camshaft drive belt is changed after 168,000 km or 84 months, whichever comes first. When operating in severe climatic conditions (at an air temperature above 32°C or below 29°C), the belt is changed after 96,000 km...
Heating and Cooling Hoses — Checking
It is recommended to periodically check the condition of the hoses every 24,000 km, especially in early spring and early autumn and winter, combining this procedure with other types of maintenance. If visible damage is...
It is recommended to periodically check the condition of the hoses every 24,000 km, especially in early spring and early autumn and winter, combining this procedure with other types of maintenance. If visible damage is...
CV joint covers for half-axles and drive shafts — check
The CV joint boots are checked at every oil change or every time the vehicle is lifted. If on adjacent parts (brake caliper, drum, on the inside of the wheel disc, etc.) if traces of thick grease are observed, the...
The CV joint boots are checked at every oil change or every time the vehicle is lifted. If on adjacent parts (brake caliper, drum, on the inside of the wheel disc, etc.) if traces of thick grease are observed, the...
Spark plugs — checking and replacing
The operating voltage of spark plugs is 20-50 kV, depending on the engine type. It is recommended to change spark plugs: every 2 years or 30,000 miles on 1997-00 CR-V and 4-cyl Odyssey every 7 years or 168,000 km on...
The operating voltage of spark plugs is 20-50 kV, depending on the engine type. It is recommended to change spark plugs: every 2 years or 30,000 miles on 1997-00 CR-V and 4-cyl Odyssey every 7 years or 168,000 km on...
High Voltage Wires — Checking and Replacing
Examination CR-V and 4-cylinder Odyssey models The condition of the high-voltage wires is checked at each engine adjustment or when inspecting the engine in case of troubleshooting. Check the wires for cracks, cuts, or...
Examination CR-V and 4-cylinder Odyssey models The condition of the high-voltage wires is checked at each engine adjustment or when inspecting the engine in case of troubleshooting. Check the wires for cracks, cuts, or...
Distributor Cap and Rotor — Removal and Installation, Checking
CR-V and 4-cylinder Odyssey models 1. Disconnect the battery from ground. 2. Mark and disconnect the high-voltage wires from the ignition distributor (sometimes it makes sense to leave the wires in place and remove the...
CR-V and 4-cylinder Odyssey models 1. Disconnect the battery from ground. 2. Mark and disconnect the high-voltage wires from the ignition distributor (sometimes it makes sense to leave the wires in place and remove the...
Setting the ignition timing
General information The vehicles in question are equipped with an electronic ignition system, which is controlled by the engine's processor unit. On 1997-00 CR-V and Odyssey 2.2/2.3L models with distributor ignition,...
General information The vehicles in question are equipped with an electronic ignition system, which is controlled by the engine's processor unit. On 1997-00 CR-V and Odyssey 2.2/2.3L models with distributor ignition,...
Valve clearances — adjustment
CR-V Models 1. Clearances are checked on a cold engine (temperature not higher than 38°C). 2. The piston of the cylinder, the valve clearances of which are being checked, must be at TDC of the compression stroke. 3....
CR-V Models 1. Clearances are checked on a cold engine (temperature not higher than 38°C). 2. The piston of the cylinder, the valve clearances of which are being checked, must be at TDC of the compression stroke. 3....
Adjusting idle speed and mixture quality
The idle speed and mixture quality are adjusted automatically by the engine management system. On the engines of the vehicles in question, only idle speed adjustment is allowed on a warm engine. Before adjusting, make...
The idle speed and mixture quality are adjusted automatically by the engine management system. On the engines of the vehicles in question, only idle speed adjustment is allowed on a warm engine. Before adjusting, make...
Air Conditioner — Maintenance
The air conditioning system is serviced in a car service center by qualified personnel. The following preventive operations may be performed independently. 1. Regularly (at least once a month) turn on the air...
The air conditioning system is serviced in a car service center by qualified personnel. The following preventive operations may be performed independently. 1. Regularly (at least once a month) turn on the air...
Windscreen wiper blades — replacement
If defects are detected (breaks, cracks, wear) replace the brushes. The procedure for replacing the brushes is illustrated in the photos, which also show brushes of some recommended types. To install Anco brushes, press...
If defects are detected (breaks, cracks, wear) replace the brushes. The procedure for replacing the brushes is illustrated in the photos, which also show brushes of some recommended types. To install Anco brushes, press...
Wheels and tires
Tire wear depends largely on driving style and accelerates with sudden braking and acceleration, and when cornering at high speed. Check your tires regularly for cuts or bulges, especially on the sidewalls. Remove any...
Tire wear depends largely on driving style and accelerates with sudden braking and acceleration, and when cornering at high speed. Check your tires regularly for cuts or bulges, especially on the sidewalls. Remove any...
Service due date indicator
On CR-V and early Odyssey models, the indicator is a flag type (is a rectangular window) is located at the bottom of the instrument panel, which glows yellow if the mileage approaches 12,000 km, after a mileage of...
On CR-V and early Odyssey models, the indicator is a flag type (is a rectangular window) is located at the bottom of the instrument panel, which glows yellow if the mileage approaches 12,000 km, after a mileage of...
Liquids and lubricants
Fuel The fuel used in the vehicles under consideration is unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87. If the engine compression ratio is higher than 9:1, the fuel must be of the highest quality (premium...
Fuel The fuel used in the vehicles under consideration is unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87. If the engine compression ratio is higher than 9:1, the fuel must be of the highest quality (premium...
Checking and replacing engine oil and filter
Checking the oil level 1. The oil level is checked with the dipstick at the front of the engine. 2. Before checking the oil level, park the vehicle on a level surface. Check the oil level before driving the vehicle or...
Checking the oil level 1. The oil level is checked with the dipstick at the front of the engine. 2. Before checking the oil level, park the vehicle on a level surface. Check the oil level before driving the vehicle or...
Manual transmission oil
Under factory conditions, the gearbox is filled with Honda MTF oil. As a substitute or for topping up the gearbox, it is recommended to fill in 10W-30 or 10W-40 oil. When changing the oil, the gearbox should be filled...
Under factory conditions, the gearbox is filled with Honda MTF oil. As a substitute or for topping up the gearbox, it is recommended to fill in 10W-30 or 10W-40 oil. When changing the oil, the gearbox should be filled...
Automatic transmission fluid
The automatic transmissions of the cars in question use Honda Premium ATF transmission fluid. If this fluid is not available, Dexron III fluid can be used temporarily. The first fluid change in the automatic...
The automatic transmissions of the cars in question use Honda Premium ATF transmission fluid. If this fluid is not available, Dexron III fluid can be used temporarily. The first fluid change in the automatic...
Rear Axle Gearbox Oil (CR-V 4WD models only)
The rear axle of these vehicles has a built-in limited-slip differential and hydraulic pump. The fluid in the gearbox not only serves as a lubricant, but also ensures the operation of the hydraulic drive. The...
The rear axle of these vehicles has a built-in limited-slip differential and hydraulic pump. The fluid in the gearbox not only serves as a lubricant, but also ensures the operation of the hydraulic drive. The...
Cooling system — checking and replacing fluid
A mixture of water and Honda Antifreeze/Coolant antifreeze is poured into the cooling system in a 1:1 ratio. It is permissible to pour a mixture of distilled water and antifreeze that does not contain additives that...
A mixture of water and Honda Antifreeze/Coolant antifreeze is poured into the cooling system in a 1:1 ratio. It is permissible to pour a mixture of distilled water and antifreeze that does not contain additives that...
Brake master cylinder
The hydraulic brake drive uses DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid. It is prohibited to add fluid from a container opened earlier than 3 months before using the fluid. Checking the brake fluid level The fluid level should be near the...
The hydraulic brake drive uses DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid. It is prohibited to add fluid from a container opened earlier than 3 months before using the fluid. Checking the brake fluid level The fluid level should be near the...
Clutch master cylinder
The hydraulic clutch drive uses DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid. Checking the fluid level 1. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the tank. 2. Wipe and unscrew the tank cap, add liquid. 3. Screw the cap back...
The hydraulic clutch drive uses DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid. Checking the fluid level 1. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the tank. 2. Wipe and unscrew the tank cap, add liquid. 3. Screw the cap back...
Power steering pump
The power steering circuit is filled exclusively with Honda Power Steering fluid. According to the manufacturer's instructions, other fluids used in the power steering system are incompatible with this fluid. The use of...
The power steering circuit is filled exclusively with Honda Power Steering fluid. According to the manufacturer's instructions, other fluids used in the power steering system are incompatible with this fluid. The use of...
Lubrication of chassis and body
Lubrication of the chassis Lubrication of chassis parts during operation is not required. Maintenance of the chassis is limited to periodic (after 24,000 km or annually) checking the condition of seals, covers, gaskets,...
Lubrication of the chassis Lubrication of chassis parts during operation is not required. Maintenance of the chassis is limited to periodic (after 24,000 km or annually) checking the condition of seals, covers, gaskets,...
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