Information Display
The maintenance minder is an important feature of the information display. Based on engine and transmission operating conditions, (and accumulated engine revolutions,) the CR-V's onboard computer (PCM) calculates the remaining engine oil and the automatic transmission fluid life. The system also displays the remaining engine oil life along with the code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service.
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- The remaining engine oil life (A) is shown as a percentage in the information display. To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then push and release the Select/Reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life displayed. (Scheme 16): Screen Display - Remaining Engine Oil Life
- When the ignition switch is ON (II), and the remaining engine oil life (A) is 15 % to 6 %, the remaining engine oil life and other scheduled maintenance item(s) needing service are displayed. The maintenance minder indicator (B) also comes on when the engine oil life is 15 % or less. To cancel the display and the indicator, press the Select/Reset knob. Complete list of maintenance main items (see «MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEMS»(ref-371339-S22960864372010091000000) ). Complete list of maintenance sub items (see «MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS»(ref-371339-S27354722002010091000000) ). (Scheme 17): Screen Display - Maintenance Minder Indicator
- When the ignition switch is ON (II), and the remaining engine oil life is 5 % to 1 %, the message "SERVICE" (A) is displayed along with engine oil life and the same maintenance item code(s). (Scheme 18): Screen Display - Service Message
- When the ignition switch is ON (II), and the remaining engine oil life is 0 %, the engine oil life indicator (A) blinks. Pressing the Select/Reset knob cancels the display, but the maintenance minder indicator stays on. (Scheme 19): Screen Display - Engine Oil Life Indicator
- If the indicated maintenance is not done, the engine oil life indicator shows a negative mileage, for example "-10," on the display. If the negative mileage is between 0 and -9, the indicator is displayed for only a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to ON (II). The negative mileage remains displayed after the vehicle is driven more than 10 miles (for USA models) or 10 km (for Canada models) after 0 % oil life is reached. This means the indicated maintenance item (s) should have been done more than 10 miles (or 10 km) ago. (Scheme 20): Screen Display - Maintenance Item
Note. The vehicle must be stopped to reset the display. If a required service is done and the display is not reset, or if the maintenance display is reset without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance timing. This can lead to serious mechanical problems because there will be no accurate record of when the required maintenance is needed. The engine oil life and the maintenance items can be reset independently only with the HDS.
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- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Push and release the Select/Reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is displayed.
- Press and hold the Select/Reset knob for about 10 seconds. The information display shows the reset mode display. NOTE: If you are resetting the display when the engine oil life is more than 15%, make sure any maintenance item(s) requiring service are done before resetting the display. (Scheme 21): Screen Display - Reset Knob Cancels
- Twist the Select/Reset knob to select OIL LIFE, the display will begin to blink.
- Push in on the Select/Reset knob to enter this selection, the OIL LIFE and the maintenance item code(s) will begin to blink.
- Press and hold the Select/Reset knob again for about 5 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to "100 %."
- Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 under «HOW TO USE THE HDS (HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM)»(ref-371340-S40829118382010091000000) ).
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn't communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see «DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING»(ref-371341-S10753660292010091000000) ).
- Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
- Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGE MENU with the HDS.
- Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
- Select the individual maintenance item you wish to reset.
If the message "SERVICE" does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Note. Replace the brake fluid every 3 years (independent of the maintenance messages in the information display). Inspect idle speed every 160, 000 miles (256, 000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3, only if they are noisy.
| Symbol | Maintenance Main Items |
|---|---|
| A | Replace engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ) Engine oil capacity without engine oil filter: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt). |
| B | Replace engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ) and oil filter (see ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT ) Engine oil capacity with engine oil filter. 4.2 L (4.4 US qt). |
| Check front and rear brakes (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks. Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts. | |
| Check parking brake adjustment (see PARKING BRAKE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ) Check the number of clicks (6 to 7) when the parking brake pedal is pressed with 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf) of force. | |
| Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see STEERING LINKAGE AND GEARBOX INSPECTION ) Check steering linkage. Check boots for damage and leaking grease. | |
| Inspect suspension components (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) Check bolts for tightness. Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage. | |
| Inspect driveshaft boots (see DRIVESHAFT INSPECTION ) Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness. | |
| Inspect brake hoses and lines including VSA lines (see BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION ) Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage or leakage | |
| Inspect all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and for leaks Engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ) Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) (see ATF LEVEL CHECK ) Rear differential fluid (see REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ) Power steering fluid (see FLUID REPLACEMENT ) Brake fluid (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ) Windshield washer fluid | |
| Inspect exhaust system* (see EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER REPLACEMENT ) Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness. | |
| Inspect fuel lines* (see FUEL LINE INSPECTION ) and connections* (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS ) * Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replace damaged parts |
SYMBOL CHART
Note. According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk (*) will not void the customer's emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.
| Number | Maintenance Sub Items |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rotate tires, and check tire inflation and condition Follow the pattern shown in the Owner's Manual. |
| 2 | Replace air cleaner element (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) If the vehicle is driven mostly in dusty conditions, replace every 15, 000 miles (24, 000 km). |
| Replace dust and pollen filter (see DUST AND POLLEN FILTER REPLACEMENT ) If the vehicle is driven mostly in areas that have high concentrations of dust, pollen, or soot in the air, replace every 15, 000 miles (24, 000 km). Replace the filter whenever airflow from the heating and air conditioning system is less than normal. | |
| Inspect drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ) Look for cracks and damage, then check the position of the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator. | |
| 3 | Replace automatic transmission fluid (see ATF REPLACEMENT ) Capacity 2WD: 2.6 L (2.7 US qt), 4WD: 2.5 L(2.6 US qt), use Honda Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1). If you tow a CRV behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30, 000 miles (48, 000 km), whichever comes first. |
| 4 | Replace spark plugs (see SPARK PLUG INSPECTION ) Use IZFR6K11 (NGK) or SKJ20DR-M11 (DENSO). ('07-09 models) Use ILZKR7B-11S (NGK) or SXU22HCR11S (DENSO). ('10 model) |
| Inspect valve clearance (cold) (see VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT ) Intake: 0.21-0.25 mm (0.008-0.010 in), Exhaust: 0.28-0.32 mm (0.011-0.013 in). | |
| 5 | Replace engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ) Capacity (including reservoir): 5.0 L (1.32 US qt); use Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2, and add Honda Coolant Concentrate in severe cold temperatures. |
| 6 | Replace rear differential fluid (see REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ) Capacity: 1.2 L (1.3 US qt); use Honda Dual Pump Fluid II. |
MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS NUMBER REFERENCE