washer fluid HONDA CR-V 1998 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Workshop Manual

22. Remove the radiator caP.
!@ use care when removing the radiatol
cap to avoid scalding by hot coolani or steam.
23. Raise the hoist to full height
24. Remove the front tires/wheels.
25. Remove the guard bar and splash shield.
8 x 1.25 mm2,1 N.m {2.4 kgf,m, 17 lbl ft)6x1.0mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf.m, GUARD BAR7.2 tbf.rr)
Loosen the drain plug in the radiator. Drain the
engine coolant (see page 10-51.
Drain the transmission oil or fluid. Reinstall the drain
plug using a new washer lsee section 13 (M/T) or sec-
tion 14 (ly'T)].
Drain the engine oil. Reinstall the drain bolt using a
new washer {see page 8-4).
Bemove the A,/C compressor. Do not disconnect the
!y'C hoses.
SPLASH
26.
27.
28.
29.
ER
lCEB
30. Disconnect the primary heated oxygen sensor (prl-
mary HO2S) connector. then remove exhaust pipe A
'97 - 98 U.S. models (Cslifornia):
PRIMARY HO2SCONNECTOR
GASKETReplace.
SELF-LOCKING NUT8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m 12.2 kgf.m,16 lbf.ftlReplace.
8 x 1.25 mm16 N.m {1.6 kgf.m.12 tbt.ftlReplace.
SELF.LOCKING NUT10 x 1.25 mm54 N.m 15.5 kgf.m,.() tbf.frlReplace.
NUT
'97 - 98 U.S. mod€ls {Except California):'99 - 00 models:
PRIMARY HO2SCONNECTORGASKETSReplace.
GASKETReplace.
SELF.LOCKING8 x 'l.25 mm22 N.m (2.2 kgf m,
16 rbf.ftlReplace.
SELF.LOCKING NUT
8 x 1.25 mm16 N.m 11.6 kgf.m,12 tbt fr)Replace.
10 x 1.25 mm54 N.m 15.5 kgt.m,40 rbt.ftlReplace.
{cont'd)
5-7
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MaintenanceBack-up Light Switch
Transmission Fluid
NOTE: Check the fluid with the engine OFF and vehicle
on level ground.
1. Remove the filler plug. then check the level and
condition of the fluid.
FILLER PLUG44 N.m {4.5 kgf.m. 33 lbf ftl
ll
Ptopet Level
\--ril /
HllllllTl /
Hllllrlll /_rf-F{--rno."."
ll| | Replaco.
The fluid level must be up to the filler hole. lf it is
below the hole, add fluid until it runs out. then rein-
stall the tiller plug with a new washer.
lf the transmission fluid is diny, remove the drain
plug and drain the fluid.
FILLEB PLUGa,a N.m 14.5 kgf..n. 33 lbt'ftl
DRAIN PLUG39 N m (4.0 kgf.m, 29 lbf'ft)WASHERReplace.
Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer. and
refill the transmission fluid to the proper level.
NOTE: The drain plug washer should be replaced at
every fluid change.
Reinstall the filler plug with a new washer.
Fluid Capacity
1.7 / {1.8 US qt, 1.5 lmp qtl at oil change
2.1 ! 12.2 US qt, 1.A lmp qtl at overhaul
Alwavs use Genuine Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF). Using motor oil can cause stiffer shift-
ind because it does not contain the proper additives.
Test/Replacement
1. Disconnect the connectors from the switch.
Terminal side oImale lerminals
BACK.UP LIGHT SWTTCHr 25 N.m 12.5 kgt m, 18 lbf.ftl
WASHERReplace.
Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2
terminals.
. There should be continuity when the shift lever
tnto reverse.
. There should be no continuity when the shift
lever in position except reverse,
lf necessary, replace the switch.
13-3
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Removal
!@@ Make sure the lifts, i8cks. and safety stands
are placed properly {see section 1}.
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with
safety stands (see section 1).
2. Set the parking brake, and block both rear wheels
securely.
3. Drain the manual transmission fluid Reinstall the
drain plug with a new sealing washer.
4. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) con-
nector.
SELF.L(rcKNGNUTReplace.
SELF-LOCKI'{GNUTReplac€.
5. Remove exhaust oipe A.
6. Make reference marks across the propeller shaft
and the transfer assembly flanges'
Separate the propeller shaft from the transfer
assembly flanges,
Remove the rear stiffener, then remove the transfer
assembly.
NOTE: While servicing the transfer assembly, do
not allow dust or other foreign particles to enter the
transmission.
7.
REFEREI{CE i'ARKS
Replace.
Replace.
13-5
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Transmission Assembly
Removal (cont'dl
6. Remove the cotter pins,
washers, plastic washers.
cable from the levers.
then remove the steel
shift cable, and select
1.
8.
Remove the cable bracket from the clutch housing.
Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) connec-tor.
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13-8
9. Remove the
bolts.
four upper transmission mou nting
10.
11.
Drain transmission fluid (see page '13-3).
Remove the guard bar and the splash shield.
MOUNNNG BOLTS
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18.
19.
Refill the transmission fluid (see page 13-3)
Install the four upper transmission mounting bolts.
12 x 1.25 mm6it N.m 16.5 kgf m,il7 lbf.ftl
20. Connect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) connector.
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VSS CONNECTOR
21, Install the cable bracket from the clutch housing.
8 x 1.25 mm27 N.m (2.8 kgt'm. 20 lbtftl
COTTER PINR€place.
STEELWASHER
COTTEN PINReplace.
STEELWASHER
PLASTICWASHER
22.
)a
SELECTCABLE
lnstall the shift cable and select cable to the levers,
then install plastic washers, steel washers, and cot-
ter prns,
Connect the back-up light switch connector. and
install the wire harness clamP.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf.m,
HARNESS CLAMP
(cont'd)
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Pressure Testing
Changing
NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmis-
sion.
1. Bring the transmission up to operating temperature
(the radiator fan comes on) by driving the vehicle.
Park the vehicle on level ground. turn the engane
off. then remove the drain Plug.
NOTE: lf a cooler flusher is to be used, see page
14-264 and 14-265.
TRANSMISSIONEND COVER
DRAIN18 x 1.5 mmSEALING WASHEBReplace.49 N.m {5.0 kgt.m, 36 lbf.tl)
Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer,
then refill the transmission with the recommended
fluid to the uDper mark on the dipstick. Always use
Genuine Honda Premium Formula Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) Using a non-Honda ATF
can affect shift quality.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:
4WD;
2.9 { (3.1 US qt. 2.6 lmp qt) 8t change
5.8 ? {7.2 US $, 6.0 lmp qt} at ovethaul
2WD:
2.7 | l2.S US qt,2.1lmp qtl ai change
5.9 ? {6.2 US $, 5.2 lmp qtl at ovolhaul
2.
a
a
1.
Wlrile testing, be careful of the rotaling wheols.
Mako sure lifts, iacks, and safety stands ar€ placed
properly (see scction 11.
Before testing, be sure the transmission fluid is
filled to the proPer level.
4WD:
Raise the vehicle (see section 11.
2WD:
Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is
securely supported. Set the parking brake, and block
both rear wheels securely.
Allow all four wheels {4WD) or front wheels (2wD}
to rotate freely.
Warm up the engine (the radiator fan comes on),
then stop it and connect the tachometer.
Connect the oil pressure gauges to each inspection
hole securely, and do not allow dust or other foreign
particles to enter the inspection holes.
TOROUE: 18 N'm ll.8 kgf'm, 13 lbf'ft)
5.
A/T PRESSURE HOS€,2210 mm07MAJ - PYiOllA
{4 Requircd}
,4'/"' ,a
W'
A/T PRESSURE HOSEADAPTER07MAJ - PYt0120(il Rcquiledl
6. Measure the following Pressure:. Line Pressure ..........,14-162
. 1st. 1st-hold Clutch Pressure .............'. 14-162
. 2nd,3rd and 4th Clutch Pressure .......... 14-163
7. Install new sealing washers and the sealing bolts in
the inspection holes, and tighten to the specified
toroue.
(cont'd)
A/T OIL PRESSUREGAUGE SET W/PANEL07{06 - 0020400
/4\\-J-- (
+..\.-.\-'-\
A/T LOW PBESSUREGAUGE w/PANEL07406 - 0070300
TOROUE: 18 N'm 11.8 kgf'm, 13 lbf'ft)
14-161
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Transfer Assembly
Removal
@ Make sure the lifts, iacks, and safety
stands are placed properly (see section 11.
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is
supported securely.
2. Set the parking brake, and block both rear wheels
securelv.
3 Drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer'
DRAIN PLUG'18 x'1.5 rnm49 N.m 15.0 kgf.m, 36 lbl.ftl
4. Remove the guard bar and the splash shield.
GUARD 8AR
14-165
5.Disconnect the primary heated oxygen sensor
{Primary HO2S) connector.
Remove exhaust pipe A.
SELF-LOCKINGNUTBeplace.
7.
SEI-F.LOCKINGNUTReplace.
NUTReplace
Remove the shift cable cover.
Remove the snap pin and control pin, then separate
the shift cable from the control lever. Do not bend
the shift cable excessively.
(cont'd)
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Transmission
Removal (cont'd)
8. Disconnect the mainshaft sp€ed sensor, the shift
control solenoid valve, and the linear solenoid con-
necrors,
Remove the drain plug. and drain the automatic
transmission fluid {ATF). Reinstall the drain plug
with a new sealing washer.
DRAIN18 x 1.5 mm4e N.m rs.o ksr.m. 36 rbrft) ;:i:$: *o"*."
SENSOR CONNECTOR
14-170
OAMPER FORKReplace.
10. Remove the guard bar and the splash shield.
Remove the cotter pins and castle nuts, then sepa-
rate the ball joints from the lower arms (see section
18).
Remove the right damper fork bolt, then separateright damper fork and damper.
11.
12.
SELF.LOCKINGNUTReplace.
CASII.E NUT
DAMPER FORKBOLT
DAMPER PINCH BOLT
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Rear Differential AssemblY
Troubleshooting
Most problems in the unit are to be diagnosed by identifying noises from the gears or bear'ngs'
care should be taken during diagnosis not to confuse differential noises with those from other drivetra'n components'
SymptomProbable CauseRemedy
Will not go into 4WD mode. Fluid level too low
. Incorrect fluid type
. Add fluid. Replace
Will not return to 2WD modeIncorrect fluid typeDrain and fill the differential
Gear or bearing noisesFluid level too low
Incorrect fluid type
Damaged or chipped gears
Add fluid
Drain and fill the differential
Replace the differential carrier
assemory
Overheating. Fluid leveltoo low
. Incorrect fluid type
. Add fluid. Drain and fill the differential
Fluid leakFluid level too high
Clogged breather hose
Worn or damaged oil seal
Damaged sealing washer
Loose mounting bolts or inade-
quate sealing
Lower to proper level
Clean or replace
Replace
Replace
Recheck torque or aPPIY sealant
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Maintenance
Differential Fluid
!@ Make sure lifts are placed properly lseesection 1).
1. With the vehicle on level ground, inspect differential
fluid with engine OFF.
2. Remove the oil filler plug, then check the level andcondition of the fluid.
Proper Level
o|I FII.IIR PI-UG4t N.m la.8 kgl.m, 35 lbl.ftl
The fluid level must be up ro the fill hole. lf it isbelow the hole, add the recommended fluid until itruns out, then reinstall the oil filler plug with a new
wasner.
lf the differential tluid is dirty, remove the drainplug, and drain the fluid.
4.
DMIN PLUGa7 N.m 14.8 kgl.m, 35 lbt.ftl
15-14
Clean the drain plug, then reinstall it with a new
washer, and refill the differential with the recom-
mended fluid to the proper level.
NOTEr lf you disassembly the differential, check thefluid level again after the 4WD system check is fin-
ished. Add fluid if necessary.
Reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer.
Fluid Capacity
1.0 / {1.1 US $, 0.9 lmp qt) at tluid change
1.2 / {1.3 US $, 1.1 lmp qt) at oyerhaul
Recommended fluid:
Genuine Honda CVT Fluid
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