brake fluid HONDA CR-V 1997 RD1-RD3 / 1.G User Guide

Real-time 4WD-Dual Pump System
Troubleshooting (Automatic Transmissionl
When starting and accelerating in forward gesrs {4WDmodel
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off theground (see section 1).
2. Make a mark on either No.
shaft.
'I or No.2 propeller
PROPELLER SHAFT
Start the engine, and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twice).
With the engine at idle. shift to the E position.
Apply the parking brake firmly. and measure thetime it takes the propeller shaft to rotate 10 times.. lf the measured time is more than 10 seconds,
the 4WD system is normal.
. lf the time is less than 10 seconds, there is aproblem in 4WD system. Check the differential
fluid. lf the differential fluid is normal, replace
the torque control differential case kit.
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When starting and accelerating in revGrsg gear {4WDmodel
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off theground (see section 1).
Make a mark on either No.
shaft.
1 or No. 2 propeller
PROPELLER SHAFT
Start the engine. and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twicei.
With the engine at idle, shift to the E position.
Apply the parking brake firmly, and measure the
time it takes the proDeller shaft to rotate 10 times,. lf the measured time is more than 10 seconds,
the 4WD system js normal.. lf the time is less than 10 seconds, there is aproblem in 4WD system. Check the differential
fluid. lf the differential fluid is normal, reolace
the torque control differential case kit.
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Troubleshooting (Manual Transmissionl
When starting and accelerating in forward gears (4WD
mode)
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off the
ground {see section 1)
3.
Start the engine, and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twlce).
With the engine at idle, shift into 1st gear and
release the clutch.
Apply the parking brake firmlY
. lf the engine stalls, the 4WD system is normal.
. lf the engine continues running, there is a prob-
lem in 4WD system. Check the differential fluid. lf
the differential fluid is normal, replace the torque
control ditferential case kit.
2.
When starting and accelerating in reverse gear (4WD
model
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off the
ground (see section 1).
Start the engine, and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twice)
With the engine at idle, shift into reverse gear and
release the clutch.
Apply the parking brake firmlY
. lf the engine stalls, the 4WD system is normal.
. lf the engine continues running, there is a prob-
lem in 4WD system. Check the differential fluid lf
the differential fluid is normal, replace the torque
control differential case kit.
3.
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Front DriveshaftsIntermediate Shaft
Installation {cont'd}
Install the damper fork over the driveshaft and ontothe lower arm. Install the damper in the damperfork so the aligning tab is aligned with the slot inthe damper fork.
FLANGE BOLT10 x 1.25 mm€ N.m {4.i1kst.n,32 lbf.ftl ALtcNtNG TAB
12x 1.25 mm64 N.m {6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ftlReplace.
7. Loosely install the flange bolts and the new self-locking nut.
8. Apply oil to the seating surface of the new spindle nut.
FRONT WHEELi WHEEL NUT 12 x 1.5 mm108 N.m (11.0 kgf.m,80lbf.ftl
SPINDLE NUT24 x 1.5 mm245 N.m{25.0 ksf.m, 181 lbf.ft)NOTE: Atter tightening. use a drift tostake the spindle nut shoulder against the driveshaft.
9. Install a new spindle nut, then tighten the nut.10. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and thewheel. then install the front wheel with the wheelnuts,
1'1. Tighten the flange bolts and the new setf-lockingnut with the vehicle's weight on the damper.12. Refill the transmission with recommended fluid (see
section 13 or 14).
13. Check the front wheel alignment. and adjust if nec-essary (see section 18).
16-18
1.
Removal
Drain the transmission oil or fluid (see section 13 or14).
Remove the left driveshaft (see page 16-3).
Remove the three dowel bolts.
Remove the intermediate shaft from the differential.Hold the intermediate shaft horizontal until it is clear ofthe differentialto prevent damage to the differential oilseal.
INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
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Gomponent Locations
lndex
ERAKE SYSTEM INOICATORCircuit Diagram, page't9-8
PARKING BRAKEAdjustment, page 19-6Parking Brake Switch Test, page '19-8
PARKING BRAKE CABI..EInspection and Replacement,page 19-23
BRAKE BOOSTERBrake Booster Inspection, page 19-15
Removal/lnstallation, page 19 13
MASTER CYLINDER
Inspection, pago 19-16Brake Shoes Replacement,page 19-18Wheel CylinderReplacement, page 19-20
REAR DRUM BRAKE
Removal/lnstallation, page 19-13lnspection/Disassembly.page 19-14Pushrod Clearance Adjustment,page 19 ldBrake Fluid LevelSwitch Test,page 19-8
Inspection/Torque Specification, pag€'19-21
Hose Replacement, Page 19-22
Front Brake Pads, page 19-9Front Brake Disc. page 19-11Front Brake Caliper, page 19-12
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Inspection and Adjustment
Brake System Rubber Parts and Brake Booster
@-Brake Booster
Check brake operation by applying the brakes.
lf the brakes do not work properly, check the brake
booster. Replace the brake booster as an assembly ifit does not work properly or if there are signs of leak-
age.
@-Piston Cup and Pressure Cup Inspection. Check brake operation by applying the brakes.
Visually check for damage or signs of tluid leakage.Replace the master cylinder as an assembly if thepedal does not work properly or if there is damage orsigns of fluid leakage.
. Check for a difference in brake pedal stroke betweenquick and slow brake applications. Replace the mas-.
ter cylinder if there is a difference in pedal stroke.
(9-Brake Hoses
Visually check for damage or signs of fluid leakage.
Replace the brake hose with a new one if it is dam-
aged or leaking.
O-Caliper Piston S€al and Piston Boots
Check brake operation by applying the brakes.
Visually check for damage or signs of fluid leakage. lf
the pedal does not operate properly, the brakes drag,
or there is damage or signs of fluid leakage, disas-
semble and inspect the brake caliper. Replace the
boots and seals with new ones whenever the brake
caliper is disassembled.
@-Wheel Cylinder Piston Cup and Dust Cover
Check brake operation by applying the brakes.
Visually check for damage or signs of fluid leakage. lf
the pedal does not operate properly, the brakes drag,
or there is damage or signs of fluid leakage, replace
the wheel cvlinder.
19-4
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Bleeding
CAUNON:
. Do not spill brake tluid on the vehicle. it may damage
the paint; if brake fluid does contaqt th€ paint, wash
it otf immodiately with water.
. Maks sure no dirt oy other forsign matter is allowsd
to contaminate the brake fluid.
NOTE:
. Do not reuse the drained fluid.
. Always use Genuine Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using
a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and
decrease the life of the svstem.
. The reservoir on the master cylinder must be at the
MAX (upper) level mark at the start of bleeding pro-
cedure and checked after bleeding each brake caliper
and wheel cylinder. Add fluid as required.
1, Make sure the brake fluid level in the reservoir is at
the MAX (uDDer) level line.
MAX {UPPER) LEVELLINE
RESERVOIR
MASTER CYLINDER
2.
3.
Have someone slowly pump the brake pedal several
times, then apply steady pressu.e.
Loosen the brake bleed screw to allow air to escape
from the system. Then tighten the bleed screw
securely.
Repeat the procedure for each wheel in the sequence
shown below until air bubbles no longer appear in
the tluid.
Refill the reservoir on the master cvlinder to the
MAX (upper) level line.
ALEEDING SEOUENCE:
O Front RightGt Rear Right
O Front LeflO Rear Left
NOTE: Bleed the front calipers first in the bleeding
procedure.
4.
FRONT:
BLEEO SCREW7 N.m (0.? kgf.m, 5 lbf.ftl
19-7
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Inspection and Adjustment
Brake System Indicator
Circuit Diagram lNuLR.HorJDGNrT 0llSt!ITCHUNDEB.DASHFUSE]NEtAY BOIrllA Nl] 42 4!A
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Parking Brake Switch Test
1. Remove the parking brake cover,
2. Disconnect the connector from the parking brakeswitch.
3. Check for continuity between the terminal and bodyground in each position according to the table.
Terminal
Lever Position \
Positive
TerminalBody Ground
Lever Up--o
Lever Down
NOTE (Canada): lf the parking brake switch is OK, butthe brake system indicator does not function, perform
the input test for the daytime running lights control unit(see section 23).
Brake Fluid Level Switch Test
1. Remove the reservoir cap. Check that the float
moves up and down freely; if it doesn't, replace the
reservoir cap assembly.
2. Check for continuity between the terminals in each
switch position according to the table.
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Position12
FLOAT UP
FLOAT DOWNo
RESERVOIR CAP
GROUND
Switch contacts open atproper fluid level.
19-8
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Front Brake Caliper
Disassembly/Reassembly
. Never use an air hose or dry brush to clean brake assemblies.
. Use an OSHA approved vacuum cleaner to avoid breathing brake dust.
. Contaminated brake discs or pads reduce stopping ability.
. When reusing the pads, always reinstallthe brake pads in their original positions to prevent loss ol braking efficiency.
CAUTION:
. Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off imme-
diatelY with water.
NOTEI
. To prevent spills, cover the hose joints with rags or shop towels.
. Clean all pans in brake fluid and air dry; blow out all passages with compressed air.
. Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dust and other foreign particles.
. Replace parts with new ones whenever specified to do so.
. Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter is allowed to contaminate the brake fluid.
. Do not reuse the drained fluid.
. Always use Genuine Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the
life of the system.
. Coat the piston, piston seal, and caliper bore with clean brake fluid.
. ReDlace all rubber oarts with new ones whenever disassembled.
. After installing the front brake caliper do the following.- Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if necessary.- Check the brake hoses for interference and twistinq.
SHIM
12 mm FLANGE BOLTS113 N.m (11.5 kgtm,83lbf.ftlINNER
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OUTER PAO SHIM
PAD SPRING
IPIN BOOT
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SEALING WASHERSReplace.4dd*
ERAKE PADS
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CALIPER BOOY
CALIPER EOLTS49 N.m {5.0 kgl.m, 36lbf.ftl
PISTON AOOTReplace.
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t".:jil,,.'.1!!!!9!il: Rubber grease (Use recommended grease in the caliper set)
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--6, Silicone grease (use recommended seal grease and p,n grease in the caliper set)
INNER SHIM BWEAB INDICATOR
EANJO BOLT34 N.m {3.5 kgf m,25 lblftl
PISTON SEALReplace.
AFACKET
19-12
PAD RETAINERS
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Master Cylinder/Brake Booster
Removal/lnstallation
1, Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connectors.
2. Remove the reservoir cap from the master cylinder.
3. Remove the brake fluid from the master cvlinder
reservoir with a syringe.
4. Disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder.
To prevent spills, cover the line joints with rags or
shop towels.
5. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts and
wasners.
6. Remove the master cylinder from the brake booster.
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or damage the
brake lines when removing the master cylinder.
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may dam.
age the paint; it brake fluid does cont.ct the paint,
wash it oft immediately with water.
7. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the brake booster.
8. Remove the cotter pin and clevis pin from the clevis.
Do not disconnect the clevis by removing it from
the operating rod of the brake booster. lf the clevis
is loosened, adjust the pushrod length before
installing the brake booster (see page 19-15).
To Front Caliper (Without ABS)
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9. Remove the four booster mounting nuts.'10. Pull the brake booster forward until the clevis is
clear of the bulkhead.
11. Remove the brake booster from the enqine com-
panment.
12. Install the brake booster and master cylinder in the
reverse order of removal, and note these items:
. When connecting the brake lines, make sure that
there is no interference between the brake lines
and other parts.
. Be careful not to bend or damage the brake lines
when installing the master cylinder.
. lf replacing the master cylinder or brake booster,
check and adjust the pushrod clearance before
installing the master cylinder (see page 19-14).
Fill the master cylinder reservoir, and bleed the
brake system (see page 19-7).
After installation, check the brake pedal height and
brake pedal free play (see page 19-5), and adjust if
necessary.
13 N.m 11.3 kg{.m,I rbf.ft)
13.
14.
To Master Cylinder(Without ABS)To Modulator Unit(with ABs)@-\
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^ To Front Caliper
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PROPORTIONING CONTROL VALVE
MASTER CYLINDER
15 N.m (1.5 kgf.m, 11 lbl.ftl
BRAXE BOOSTER
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Master Cylinder
I nspection/Disassembly
CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid onthe vehicle; it may
damsge the paint; il brake fluid does contact th6 paint.
wash it off immodiately with water.
NOTE:
. Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of
dust and other foreign particles.
. Do not try to disassemble the master cylinder assem-
bly. Replace the master cylinder assembly with a new
pan it necessary,
. Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter is allowed
to contaminate the brake fluid.
RESERVOIR SEALCheck for damaoe anddeterioration,
RESERVOIRCheck for damage.
ROD SEALCheck for damageand deterioration.
-€-1SILICONE GREASE
MASTER CYLINOERCheck bore for wear, rust and damage.
19-14
Pushrod Clearance Adjustment
NOTE: Master cylinder pushrod-to-piston clearance must
be checked and adjustments made, if necessary. before
installing the master cylinder.
1. Set the special tool on the master cylinder body;
push in the center shaft until the top ot it contacts
the end of the secondary piston by turning the ad-justing nut.
PUSHROD ADJUSTMENT GAUGE07JAG - SD{o100
SECONDARY
MASTER CYLINDER
ADJUSTING NUT
Without disturbing the center shaft's position, in-
stallthe special tool upside down on the booster.
Install the master cylinder nuts, and tighten them to
the sDecified toroue.
Connect the booster iniine with a vacuum gauge 0 -
101 kPa (0 - 760 mmHg, 30 in Hg) to the booster's
engine vacuum supply, and maintain an engine
speed that will deliver 66 kPa (500 mmH9, 20 in Hg)
vacuum.
With a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between
the gauge body and the adiusting nut as shown.
Clearanco: 0 - 0.4 mm (0 - 0.02 inl
VACUUM GAUGElCommo.cidly 6vailablcl0 - 101 kPtl0 - 760 mm Hg, 30 in Hgl
MASTER CYLINDER NUT15 N.m 11.5 kgt m, 11 lbt.ftl
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