Honda CR-V: Maintenance Under the Hood / Brake Fluid

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Maintenance Under the Hood / Brake Fluid

Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Checking the Brake Fluid

The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reserve tank.

NOTICE

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive damage.

If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed container as a temporary replacement.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.

If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark, have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn brake pads as soon as possible.

Honda CR-V. Brake Fluid

Transmission Fluid

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...

Refilling Window Washer Fluid

Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir. If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir. Canadian models If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the driver information interface...

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Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Cross Traffic Monitor*

* Not available on all models Monitors the rear corner areas using the radar sensors when reversing, and alerts you if a vehicle approaching from a rear corner is detected. The system is convenient when you are backing out of a parking space. CAUTION Cross Traffic Monitor cannot detect all approaching vehicles and may not detect an approaching vehicle at all...

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Shifting

Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs. You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK *1 and remove the key unless the shift lever is in . The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in while the engine is cold. Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary, apply the parking brake...