fuel cap HONDA CR-V 2002 RD4-RD7 / 2.G Owners Manual

2002 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ........................................................................\
............................................................................. i
A Few Words About Safety ........................................................................\
.................................................. ii
Important Handling Information ........................................................................\
..................................... iii
Your Vehicle at a Glance ........................................................................\
....................................................... 2
Driver and Passenger Safety ........................................................................\
............................................... 5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls ........................................................................\
................................................... 63
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ........................................................................\
............................... 127
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving ........................................................................\
..................................................................... 183
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new ve hicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ........................................................................\
................................................................................... 197
The proper way to start the engine, shift the tr ansmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance ........................................................................\
......................................................................... 233
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care ........................................................................\
................................................................. 297
Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected ........................................................................\
....................................... 307
This section covers several problems motorists someti mes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information ........................................................................\
....................................................... 339
ID numbers, dimensions, capaciti es, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ......................................................................353
A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) ........................................................................\
....................................... 357
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index ........................................................................\
......................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need wh en you pull up to the fuel pump.

Removethefuelfillcapslowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank, leave
some room f or the f uel to expand
with temperature changes.
Because the f uel f ill cap is on the
driver’s side of the vehicle, park
with that side closest to the
service station pumps.
Open the f uel f ill door by pulling
on the handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard. Your vehicle has an on-board
ref ueling vapor recovery system to
help keep f uel vapors f rom going
into the atmosphere. If the fuel
nozzle keeps clicking of f even
though the tank is not full, there
maybeaproblemwiththissystem.
Consult your dealer.
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4.
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Filling the Fuel Tank
Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving185
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Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.

Check the windshield washer f luid
level as f ollows:Open the driver’s door.
Look at the side of the reservoir
tank located between the door and
the f ront dashboard.
Check the level in the windshield
washer reservoir at least monthly
during normal usage. In bad weather,
when you use the washers of ten,
check the level every time you stop
for fuel.
This reservoir supplies both the
windshield and rear window washers.
The low washer level indicator will
light when the level is low (see page
).
The windshield washer reservoir is
located in the back of the engine
compartment on the lef t side. If the f luid level is below the lower
level mark, locate the reservoir
cap in the engine compartment.
Remove the cap and fill the
reservoir with windshield washer
f luid.
Reinstall the cap.
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3.
4.
Canadian models
Windshield Washers
Maint enance258
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This indicator should light when the
ignition switch is ON (II), and go out
af ter the engine starts. If it comes on
at any other time, it indicates one of
the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
your vehicle to put out excessive
emissions. Continued operation may
cause serious damage.If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the cause of this indicator
coming on could be a loose or
missing f uel f ill cap. Check the cap
and tighten it until it clicks several
times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is
missing. Tightening the cap will not
make the indicator turn of f
immediately; it takes one driving trip.
If the indicator remains on past one
driving trip, or the f uel cap was not
loose or missing, have the vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible. Drive moderately until the
dealer has inspected the problem.
Avoid full-throttle acceleration and
driving at high speed.
Youshouldalsohavethedealer
inspect your vehicle if this indicator
comes on repeatedly, even though it
may turn of f as you continue driving.
This indicator may also come on
along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
Malf unction Indicator L amp
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed327
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If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.

Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your Honda, and the locations of the
identif ication numbers. It also
includes inf ormation you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.................
Identif ication Numbers . 340
................................
Specif ications .342
DOT Tire Quality Grading ......................
(U.S. Vehicles) .344
Unif orm Tire Quality ..................................
Grading .344
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Treadwear .344
......................................
Traction .344
.............................
Temperature .345
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels .346
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Driving in Foreign Countries . 347.......................
Emissions Controls .348
.....................
The Clean Air Act .348
Crankcase Emissions Control ....................................
System .348
Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System .348
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .348
...
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 349
....................
PGM-FI System .349
Ignition Timing Control ................................
System .349
Three Way Catalytic ...........................
Converter .349
....................
Replacement Parts . 349
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 350
..............
State Emissions Testing . 351
T echnical Inf ormat ion
T echnical Inf ormation339

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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation342
Dimensions
Weights
Engine
Capacities
178.6 in (4,537 mm)
70.2 in (1,782 mm)
66.2 in (1,682 mm)
103.1 in (2,620 mm)
60.4 in (1,533 mm)
60.6 in (1,538 mm)
3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm) 144 cu-in (2,354 cm
)
9.6 : 1
15.3 US gal (58
, 12.8 Imp gal)
4.4 US qt (4.2
, 3.7 Imp qt)
4.2 US qt (4.0, 3.5 Imp qt)
5.6 US qt (5.3, 4.7 Imp qt) 1.43 US gal (5.4
, 1.19 Imp gal)
1.88 US gal (7.1, 1.56 Imp gal)
1.45 US gal (5.5
, 1.21 Imp gal)
1.90 US gal (7.2, 1.58 Imp gal)
3.3 US qt (3.1
, 2.7 Imp qt)
3.1 US qt (2.9, 2.6 Imp qt)
7.6 US qt (7.2
, 6.3 Imp qt)
6.9 US qt (6.5, 5.7 Imp qt)
2.0 US qt (1.9, 1.7 Imp qt)
2.4 US qt (2.3, 2.0 Imp qt)
1.1 US qt (1.0
, 0.9 Imp qt)
1.3 US qt (1.2, 1.1 Imp qt)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Fuel tank
Engine oil See spark plug maintenance
section page 268 .Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
4.8 US qt (4.5
, 4.0 Imp qt)
2.6 US qt (2.5, 2.2 Imp qt)
2.2 US qt (2.1
, 1.8 Imp qt)
Engine
coolant
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Manual
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
0.16 US gal (0.6
, 0.13 Imp gal)
Approx.
Front
Rear
Change
Without filter
Total 1:
2:Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
4WD
2WD
Total 4WD
2WD
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada
Vehicles 4WD
2WD
Automatic Transmission
Manual Transmission
1 2
2
Including filter

Fluids..........
Automatic Transmission . 260
..........................................
Brake .263
.........................................
Clutch .264
..............
Manual Transmission . 261
..........................
Power Steering .264
.......................
Rear Differential .262
..................
Windshield Washer . 258
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .161
.........................
Folding Rear Seat .104
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 347
..........................
Four-way Flashers .81
............................
Front Airbags .10, 54
.................................................
Fuel .184
......................
Fill Door and Cap .185
...........................................
Gauge .74
................
Octane Requirement . 184
...............................
Oxygenated .346
........................
Reserve Indicator .69
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Tank, Filling the .185
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Fuses, Checking the .331
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 190..........................................
Gasohol .346
.........................................
Gasoline .184
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 69
...........................................
Gauge .74
................
Octane Requirement . 184
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Tank, Filling the .185
................
Gas Station Procedures . 185
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 74
...............................................
Fuel .74
...............................
Speedometer .72
.................................
Tachometer .72
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 204
5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission .203
..............................
Glass Cleaning .303
........................................
Glove Box .96
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 287
.....................................
Hatch Glass .94
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 81
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .287 ............
Daytime Running Lights . 77
..................
High Beam Indicator . 69
........................
Reminder Beeper .76
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 287
...................................
Turning on .76
..............................
Head Restraints .99
.....................
Heating and Cooling .128
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 201
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 76
..............
High-mount Brake Light . 292
....................................
Hood Latch .266
.......................
Hood, Opening the .186
..............................................
Horn .3,75
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .264
.................................
Hydroplaning .216
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 340
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .84
...........................................
Switch .86
............
Timing Control System . 349
........................
Immobilizer System .85
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel . 65
Index
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Service Inf ormat ion Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:5-speed Manual Transmission
Fluid:
Rear Differential Fluid:Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Power Steering Fluid:
15.3 US gal (58
, 12.8 Imp gal)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 86 or higher.
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an API service
SG, SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or
10W-40 motor oil as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Capacity (including differential): 26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm
)
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front/Rear:
2.0 US qt (1.9
, 1.7 Imp qt)
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.4 US qt (4.2
, 3.7 Imp qt)
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement (see page ). Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Capacity:
1.1 US qt (1.0
, 0.9 Imp qt)
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
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