Vehicle - New Model Service Information
97-006December 7, 1999
Applies To:
1997-00 CR-V - ALL
1997-00 CR-V: PDI and New Model Information
(Supersedes 97-006, dated January 12,1999)
Some Systems and components on the 1997-00 CR-V look and operate the same as those on other Honda vehicles, but some do not. This bulletin describes differences in these systems or components, as well as some new model information:
^ Fuses
^ Front License Plate Holder
^ Shift Lock Release Cover
^ Tie-Down Hole Plugs
^ Tie-Down Labels
^ Towing the CR-V Behind a Motorhome
^ Towing With the CR-V
^ Dyno Testing
^ On-Car Wheel Balancer and On-Car Brake Lathe
^ Service Connectors
^ Optional Keyless Entry System and Security System
^ Tailgate Operation
^ Accessory Power Sockets
^ Spare Tire Cover Spacer
^ Rear Differential Maintenance
^ Air Conditioning Filter
FUSES
To prevent battery drain, two fuses are not installed in the under-hood fuse/relay box at the factory:
^ INTERIOR LIGHT (7.5 A)
Interior Light Fuse
^ BACKUP (RADIO) (7.5 A)
Radio Memory
Remove these two fuses from the ashtray, and install them in the under-hood fuse/relay box.
FRONT LICENSE PLATE HOLDER
Install the front license plate frame and lower bracket.
SHIFT LOCK RELEASE COVER
The shift lock release is on top of the steering column. The cover is stored in the glove box during shipping so the shift lock release can be used during shipment. Install the shift lock release cover during PDI
TIE-DOWN HOLE PLUGS
The tie-down points used during transportation to the dealer are exposed to splash from the tires. Grommets are provided in the PDI plastic bag to plug the holes and prevent debris from entering. Install all four plugs during PDI.
TIE-DOWN LABELS
Remove the labels attached to the front tie-down plates. This label applies during transportation to the dealer. These tie-down plates can be used when transporting the CR-V on a flatbed tow truck.
TOWING THE CR-V BEHIND A MOTORHOME
The CR-V may be towed with all four wheels on the ground at highway speeds (up to the legal speed limit for towing) behind a motorhome or other vehicle.
Since the CR-V's 4-Wheel Drive system engages automatically, the CR-V must be "flat towed" with all four wheels on the ground. Do not tow the CR-V with only two wheels on the ground, this will damage the 4WD system.
*As with all Honda vehicles that have automatic transmissions, you must take certain precautions to avoid transmission damage when preparing to tow with all four wheels on the ground. The following procedure should be performed every day immediately before beginning to tow the vehicle. If the vehicle is towed a long distance in one day, the procedure should be repeated every 300 miles.*
NOTICE
If you do not follow this procedure, you will damage the automatic transmission.
*1. Check to be sure the transmission fluid level is full Do not overfill.*
2. Start the engine.
3. Shift the transmission from Park to Drive.
*4. Shift from Drive to Neutral. Let the engine run for three minutes.*
5. Turn off the engine, leave the key in the ACCESSORY (I) position.
NOTICE
Never tow the CR-V with the steering wheel locked. Always leave the key in the ACCESSORY (I) position to prevent damage to the steering system when towing behind another vehicle.
If a CR-V with an automatic transmission is towed regularly, the transmission fluid should be replaced every two years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first.
If, for some reason, the engine cannot be started, the CR-V must be transported on a flatbed tow truck.
American Honda does not endorse or recommend any specific manufacturer of tow bars for the CR-V. Make sure that you choose a reputable company when selecting a towing device, and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
TOWING WITH THE CR-V
The maximum weight that can be towed with the CR-V is 1,000 pounds, with a maximum tongue weight of 110 pounds.
DYNO TESTING - 4-Wheel Drive Models
Because the 4-Wheel Drive system engages automatically, you must place all four wheels on rollers when running the vehicle on a dyno, such as during emissions testing or speedometer testing. Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions for proper use.
ON-CAR WHEEL BALANCER AND ON-CAR BRAKE LATHE - 4-Wheel Drive Models
On-Car Wheel Balancer: Because of the automatic engagement of the 4-Wheel Drive system, you must have all four wheels off the ground when using an on-car wheel balancer. All tour wheels must rotate freely.
On-Car Brake Lathe: Due to the automatic engagement of the 4-Wheel Drive system, you must have all four wheels off the ground when using a brake lathe. You also must block the front wheel opposite the one you are cutting. If the opposite wheel is not blocked, the rotor you are cutting will stop rotating.
SERVICE CONNECTORS
The CR-V's service connectors are located in these areas:
^ OBD II DLC - Under the center of the dashboard on the passenger's side (gray 16P connector).
^ SCS - Under the center of the dashboard on the passenger's side (blue 2P connector).
^ SRS - Plugged into the under-dash fuse/relay box (yellow 2P connector).
KEYLESS ENTRY AND SECURITY SYSTEMS
A keyless entry system is standard on the EX model and optional on the LX model. A security system (with keyless entry) is available as optional equipment on both models. When working with the CR-V, be sure you know which system is installed on the vehicle that you're working on. The remotes look very similar but are not interchangeable. A way to tell if the vehicle has a Genuine Honda Security System is to look for the LED mounted on the top of the steering column cover.
Keyless Entry System
The keyless entry system is similar to the Civic system but not exactly the same. Unlike the system in the Civic, the circuitry is not located in the radio. The main circuitry is factory-installed in the driver's door. With this system, like the Civic keyless system, there is nothing to install; just program the remotes. This system can store the codes of up to three remotes.
Security System
The security system has the same features as the Accord, Prelude, and Odyssey systems, with the addition of a hatch glass release. The hatch glass can be opened by pressing the OPTION button on the remote and holding it for two seconds. The hatch glass can be opened to load cargo even if the security system has not been disarmed. After the hatch glass is closed, the vehicle is again protected.
The security kit comes with two remotes that are preprogrammed to the control unit. Two additional remotes can be added to the system, giving the customer a total of four remotes.
TAILGATE OPERATION
The tailgate is a two-piece construction (hatch glass and tailgate door). The hatch glass can be opened in one of three ways:
1. By using the key in the tailgate lock.
2. By using the hatch release button located on the driver's side lower dashboard, just above the hood release.
3. By pressing the hatch release button (keyless entry) or option button (security system) on the remote, if so equipped.
The tailgate door cannot be opened unless the hatch glass is opened first. When closing the tailgate, the tailgate door must be completely closed before closing the hatch glass. If the hatch glass is closed first, the tailgate door will break the hatch glass when it is closed.
A support strut is used to keep the tailgate door from opening too fast, and to help hold the door open. In strong winds or when parking on a slope, place the stop over the support strut to hold the tailgate door. The stop is packaged with the front license plate holder, and the stop should be stored in the right cargo floor pocket with the tool kit.
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS
Two accessory power sockets are standard on the CR-V. One socket is located in the dashboard by the ashtray and the other socket is in the rear cargo area below the left rear speaker. Each socket can operate a 12-volt accessory that is rated up to 120 watts or less (10 amps). The sockets are only usable when the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) positions. The sockets will not power an automotive cigarette lighter element.
Spare tire cover spacer
REAR DIFFERENTIAL MAINTENANCE
The dual-pump system in the rear differential uses Genuine Honda CVT fluid. The first scheduled oil change is at 90,000 miles of normal use or 60,000 miles of severe use.
AIR CONDITIONING FILTER
The CR-V air conditioning system comes equipped with an air filter located in the evaporator. The filter is there to keep dust and pollen out of the evaporator core. For normal use, the filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 24 months, whichever comes first.
If the vehicle is used in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and diesel-powered vehicles, the filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. The filter should be checked anytime that the dash vent airflow appears to be restricted.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
None. Information in this bulletin is part of pre-delivery inspection (PDI).
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