Honda CR-V: Engine Coolant / Adding the Coolant
- Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
- Turn the reserve tank cap 1/8 turn
counterclockwise and relieve any pressure
in the coolant system.
- Push down and turn the reserve tank cap
counter-clockwise to remove it.
- Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark.
- Put the reserve tank cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add the specified
coolant until it reaches the MAX mark...
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda HCF-2
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the continuously variable transmission
fluid
yourself...
Other information:
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Canadian models only: Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the
ignition on.
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the driver information interface...
When the ignition switch is turned to ON
*1
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP
button instead of an ignition switch.
The indicator comes on for a few seconds,
then goes off. This tells you the system is
working properly...