Ac system HONDA CR-V 1998 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Owner's Guide

Charging System
Alternator Belt Inspection and Adjustment
NOTE: When using a new belt, first adjust the deflectionor tension to the values for the new belt, then readjustthe deflection or tension to the values for the used beltafter running engine for five minutes.
Deflection methodi
Apply a force of 98 N (10 kgt,22lbll, and measure thedeflection between the alternator and crankshaft pulley.
Detlection:
Used Belt:8.5 - 11.5 mm (0.33 - 0.45 inlNew Beft: 5.5 - 8.0 mm 10.22 - 0.31 inl
NOTEr lf the belt is worn or damaged, replace it.
Measure here
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Belt tension gauge m6thod:
Attach the belt tension gauge to the belt and measure thetension. Follow the gauge manufacturer's instructions.
Tension:
Used Belt:340 - /€0 N (35 - 50 kgf, 77 - 1r0 tbf)New Belt: 690 - 880 N (70 - 90 kgf, 150 - 200 tbt)
NOTE: lfthe belt is worn or damaged, replace it.
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Cruise Control
Control Unit Input Test
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations. precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section (241 before performing repairs or seryice.
'1. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover and knee bolster {see section 20).
2. Disconnect the 'l4P connector from the control unit.
3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact
lf the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
lf the terminals look OK, make the following input tests at the connector.- lf any test indicates a problem. find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
- lf all the input tests prove OK, the control unit must be faulty; replace it.
*: '98 - 00 models withAutomatic Transmission.Wire side ol female terminals
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6. Remove the two screws. then remove the switch.
Check for continuity between the terminals in each
switch position according to the table.
. lf there is continuity, and it matches the table,
replace the cable reel.
. lf there is no continuity in one or both positions,
replace the switch.
lf all tests prove OK, reconnect the cable reel sub-
harness connector.
Reconnect the driver's airbag and front passenger's
airbag connectors, and reinstall the access panel on
the steering wheel.
Reconnect the battery positive cable. then the nega-
tive cable.
After connecting the airbag connectors, confirm
proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON
(ll); the SRS indicator light should come on for about
six seconds and then go off.
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SET/RESUME
Terminal
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SET ION)o----o
RESUME (ON)o----o
11.
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1.
Actuator Test
Disconnect the actuator cable trom the actuator rod
and the 4P connector.
Connect battery power to the No. 4 terminal and
ground to the No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 terminals,
Connect a vacuum pump to the vacuum hose. Then
apply vacuum to the actuator.
VACUUM PUMP GAUGE0-30 in.Hg.A973X-041-XXXXX
Terminalside otmale terminals
The actuator rod should pull in completely. lf the rod
pulls in only part-way or not at all, check for a leak-
ing vacuum Iine or defective solenoid.
ACTUATOB ROD
(cont'd)
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Engine
Engine RemovaUlnstallation ................ 5-1
Cylinder Head/Valve Train ................... 6-1
Engine Bfock .......... ...........7-1
Engine Lubrication ...........8-1
Intake Manifold/Exhaust System ........ 9-1
Cooling ......... 10-1
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Engine Removal/lnstallo cton
Installation (cont'd)
8. Tighten the nut on the right front mount.
AlTi
59 .m 16.0 tgt m, (l lbfftlReplace.
MlTi
12 x'1.25 mm59 N.m 16,0 kgt m, /(} lbt ttlReolace.
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9. Perform the following checks and adjustments:. Check that the spring clip on the ends of the drive-shaft and intermediate shaft clicks into place. Usenew spring clips.. Adjust the shift cable (see section l4).. Adjust the throttle cable (see section 11).. Refill the engine with engine oil (see page g-4).
. Refill the transmission with oil or fluid (see sec-tion 13 or 14).
. Refill the radiator with engine coolant (see page
10_5).
. Bleed air from the cooling system with theheater valve open (see page l0-5).. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals withsandpaper, assemble them, then apply grease toDrevent corrosron.. Inspect for fuel leakage (see section 1l).After assembling fuel line pans, turn on the igni-tion switch (do not operate the starter) so thatthe fuel pump operates for approximately twoseconds and the fuel Iine pressurizes.
Repeat this operation two or three times, andcheck for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
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Oil Filter
The numbers in the middle of the API Service label tell
you the oil's SAE viscosity or weighl. Select the oil for
your vehicle according to this chart:
Ambient Temperature
100 F
40c-30 -20 -10
An oil with a viscosity of 5 W - 30 is preferred for
improved fuel economy and year-round protection in
the vehicle. You may use a 10 W - 30 oil if the climate in
your area is limited to the temperature range shown on
the chart.
API SERVICE LABEL
Run the engine tor more than
check for oil leakage.
4.three minutes, then
Replacement
CAUTION: After the engine has been tun, ths exhaust
pipes will be hot; be carelul when working around the
exhaust manitold.
1. Remove the oil filter with the special oil filter
wrench.
lnsoect the threads and rubber seal on the new filter.
Wipe off the seat on the engine block, then apply a
light coat of oil to the filter rubber seal.
NOTE: Use only filters with a built-in bypass system.
oil to rubber sealinstalling.
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Derore
(cont'd)
8-5
Inspect threads and
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Intake Manifold/Exhaust System
Intake Manifold
Rep1acement ....................................... 9-2
Exhaust Manifold
Replacement ....................................... 9-4
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Replacement ....................................... 9-6
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lllustrated Index
CAUTION: The system is under high pressure when the
engine is hot. To avoid danger ol releasing scalding engine
coolant, remove the cap only when the engine is cool.
Total Cooling System Capacity fincluding 0.6 I (0.63 US
qt, 0.53 lmp qt) for heater and reservoirl:
A/T: 5.9 { {6.2 US qt, 5.2 lmp qt)
M/T: 6.0 f (6.3 US $, 5.3 lmp qt)
deterioration and replace if necessar,.
Check all hose clamps and retighten if necessary.
lf any engine coolant spills on the
body, rinse it off immediately.
Check all cooling system hoses
painted portions of the
for damage, leaks or
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11.0 kgf.m.1.2 tbl.ftl
RADIATOREngine coolant refilling and bleeding,page 10-5Leak test, page 10 7Inspect soldered joints andseams for leaks.Blow out din from betweencore fins with compressed air.lf insects, etc., are cloggingradiator, wash them off withlow pressure water.RADIATOR CAPPressure test, page 10-7
ATF COOLERHOSEReler to section 14when installing.
LOWERcusHroN
6x1.0mm7 N.m (0.7 kgf.m, 5 lbf ftl
FAN MOTOR
10-2
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Fan Control
Fan Motor Testing
1. Disconnect the 2P connector.
Terminalside ofmale terminals
Test the motor by connecting battery power to theNo. 2 terminal and ground to the No. 1 terminal.
lf the motor fails to run or does not run smoothly,reptace rt.
RADIATOR FAN MOTOR
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Radiator Fan Switch Testing
E@ Removing the radiator fan switch whilethe engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seri-ously scalding you. Always let the enginc and radiatorcool down before removing the radiator fan switch.
1. Remove the radiator fan switch from the thermostathousing (see page 10 '10).
2. Suspend the radiator fan switch in a container ofwater as shown.
Heat the water, and check the temperature with athermometer. Do not let the thermometer touch thebottom of the hot container.
Measure the continuity between the A and B termi-nals according to the table.
Bleed the air from the cooling system after installingthe radiator fan switch (see page 10-5).
Terminal
op".*i- Tr"ip".a*" \.B
SWITCH
ON196 - 203"F
{91 - 95.C)o---o
OFF
5 - 14"F (3 - 8.C)
lower than the tem-peratu re wh en itgoes on
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Goolant Temperature Gauge
Gauge Testing
1. Check the No. 25 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash
fuse/relay box before testin9.
2. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF, then discon-
nect the YEL/GRN wire from the coolant tempera-
ture sending unit. and ground it with a jumper wire.
YEL/GRNWIRE
Turn the ignition switch ON {ll). Check that the
pointer of the coolant temperature gauge starts
moving toward the "H" mark. Turn the ignition
switch OFF before the pointer reaches "H" on the
gauge dial. Failure to do so may damage the gauge.
lf the pointer of the gauge does not move at all,
check for an open in the YEL/GRN wire.
lf the wires are OK, replace the coolant temperature
gauge.
lf the coolant temperature gauge works, test the
coolant temperature sending unit.
5.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE
Coolant Temperature Sending Unit
Testing
1. Disconnect the YEUGRN wire from the coolant tem
perature sending unit.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE
POSITIVETERMINAL
YEL/GRN WIRE(Covered withinsulation)
2. Using an ohmmeter, measure the change in resis-
tance between the positive terminal and the engine
(ground) with the engine cold and with the engine
at operating temPerature.
Temperature133.F (56'C)1A5 - 212F
(8s - 100'c)
Resistance(0)13746-30
3. lf the readings are substantially different from the
specitications above, inspect the coolant level and
the cooling system. lf the cooling system is OK,
replace the sending unit.
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