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.
![Honda CR-V. Adding the Coolant](images/adding_the_coolant-391/1/honda_crv_adding_the_coolant_1174.jpg)
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:
The system becomes ready to start searching for lane markings when all the
following conditions are met:
The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
The turn signals are off...
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain
the
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed
regularly.
Specialized equipment and procedures are required to change the engine oil and
oil
filter...