Honda CR-V: Engine Coolant / Checking the Coolant
- 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.
- Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water...
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...
Other information:
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Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate...