Honda CR-V: Engine Coolant / Checking the Coolant

Honda CR-V 2017-2026 Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Maintenance Under the Hood / 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.

Honda CR-V. Checking the Coolant

Engine Coolant

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...

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...

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Honda CR-V 2017-2026 Owner's Manual: Security System Alarm*

* Not available on all models The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly opened. The alarm does not go off if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key, remote transmitter or smart entry system. However, the alarm goes off if a door is opened with the key, then the shift lever is moved out of or the hood is opened before the power mode is set to ON...

Honda CR-V 2017-2026 Owner's Manual: Automatic Power Off

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