1997 HONDA CR-V section 9

Shift Lever
Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures
in the SRS section (24) before performing repairs or ser-
vrce.
1. Remove the instrument panel lower cover and the
column covers (see section 171.
2. Shift to N position, then remove the lock pin from
the cable adjuster.
3. Separate the shift cable from the cable adjuster, Do
not bend the shift cable excessively.
ADJUSTER ROD
SHIFT CABLE
22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbt.ftl
7.
Remove the flange nuts and bolts securing the
steering column, then lower the steering column.
FLANGE NUTS16 N m (1.6 kgl m, 12 lbt'ftl
Disconnect the shift lock solenoid and the park pin
switch connector.
Remove the bolts securing the shift lever assembly,
then remove the shift lever assembly.
lnstall the shift lever assembly in the reverse order
of removal.
NOTE;
. Make sure the lock pin is seated securely in the
cable adjuster.
. Replace the lock pin if it does not snap over the
cable adjuster securely.
Check the cable adjustment after installing the shift
lever (see page 14-27'l).
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Shift Lever
Disassembly/Reassembly -'97 - 98 Models
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations. precautions. and procedures in the SRS
section (24) before performing repairs or service.
Apply silicone grease to these parts'
. Movable parts of the shift lever,
. Movable parts of the shift lock mechanism.
. Sliding surfaces on the detent of the control checker and detent guide.
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOIDSPRING
SCREW
SHIFT LOCK2.5 N.m {0.25 kgtm, 1.8 lbtftl
SCREW2.5 N.m {0.25 kg{.m,1.8 rbf.ft)
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOIDPLUNGER
SHIFT LOCKEXTENSION
DETENT SPFING
SHIFT LEVER
PARK PIN SWITCHCONNECTOR
SHIFT LOCKRELEASE LEVER
CONTROL BRACKET
STOP
DETENT GUIDE
9.3 N.m 10.95 kgtm,6.8 tbrft)
SPRING
9.3 N.m {0.95 kgf.m,6.8 tbf.ftl
SHIFT LEVERLINK
9.3 N.m (0.95 kgt.m,6.8 tbf.ftl
SHIFT CAALE
KNOBI N.m 10.9 kgt.m,7 rbf.ftl
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7 N.m {0.7 kgf.m.5 tbt.fr}
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Disassembly/Reassembly -'99 - 00 Models
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section (24) before performing repairs or service.
Apply silicone grease to these parts:
. Movable parts of the shift lever.
. Movable parts of the shift lock mechanism.
. Sliding surfaces on the detent of the control checker and detent guide.
NOTE: Adjustthe clearance between the O/D switch wires and the edge ofthe shift lever control bracket after reassembly(see page 14-270).
SHIFT LOCKRELEASE LEVERSHIFT LOCK SOLENOIDSPRING
SCREW2.5 N.m {0.25 kgf.m, 1.8lbtft)SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID
SCREW2.5 N.m (0.25 kgl.m, 1.8 lbl.ft)
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOIOPLUNGER
DETENT SPRING
SHIFT LEVER CONTROLBRACKET
PARK PIN SWITCH _
o/D swtTcHCONNECTOB
SHIFT LOCK EXTENSION
STOP
DETENT GUIDE
9.3 N.m {0.95 kgf.m, 6.9 lbl.ftl
SCREW2.5 N.m {0.25 kgt m,1.8 tbf.ftl
SHIFT LOCK BELEASELEVER SPRING
9.3 N.m {0.95 kgl.m,6.9 lbtfr)
HARNESS CLAMPERACKET
PARK PINswrTcH
SCREW2.5 N.m {0.25 kgf.m,1.8 tbl.f0
9.3 N.m 10.95 kgtm,6.9 tbf.ft)CONTROL CHECKER
SHIFT LEVER KNOB6- 12 N.m{0.6 - 1.2 kgt'm,4 - 8.7 tbnft)LOCKNUT7 N.m {0.7 kgl.m,5 tbf.ftl
SHIFT LEVERBUSHING
o/D swtTcH
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Shift Gable
Adjustment
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS
component locations, precautions, and procedures in the
SRS section (241 before performing repairs or service.
1. Release the steering tilt lever.
2. Remove the access cover from the lower column
cover.
LOCK PIN
AOJUSTINGnoo
ADJUSTER
7 N.m (0.7 kg{.m,5 tbf.ft)
3. Shift to E position. then remove the lock pin from
the cable adjuster.
K\ffi
/* 1 6-,>
snenrftc YTILT LEVER IACCESS COVER
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'l 1.
4. Check that the hole in the cable adjuster is aligned
with the hole in the adjusting rod. There are two
holes in the cable adjuster. They are positioned 90"
apart to allow cable adjustments ln l/4 turn incre-
ments.
CABLE ADJUSTER
CablsToo Short
lf not perfectly aligned, loosen the locknut on the
shitt cable. and adjust as required.
Tighten the locknut.
Install the lock pin on the adjuster. lf you feel the
lock pin binding as you reinstall it, the cable is still
out of adjustment and must be readjusted.
Make sure the lock pin is seated securely in the
adjuster. Replace the lock pin if it does not snap
over the cable adjuster securely.
Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the
A/T gear position indicator follows the A"/T gear
position switch.
Start the engine, and check the shift lever in all
gears. lf any gear does not work properly, refer to
troubleshooting on page 14-'153 thru 14-156.
Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder on the
upper column cover, and verify that the shift lock
tever reteases.
CableToo LongExactAlignment
7.
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10.
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Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS
component locations, precautions, and procedures in the
SRS section {24} before performing repairs or service.
1. Remove the instrument panel lower cover and the
column covers (see section 17).
2. Shift to E position, then remove the lock pin from
the cable adiuster.
LOCK PIN
SHIFT CABLEBRACKET
ADJUSTINGROO
LOCKNUT29 N.m {3.0 kgl.m,2j2lbf.trl
Loosen the locknut, then remove the shift cablefrom the shift cable bracket.
Remove the nut securing the shift cable holder,
then remove the shift cable.
12 N.m {1.2 kgf.m,8.7 tbtfrl
CABLE ADJUSTER
STUO BOLT
6x1.0mm
Remove the shift cable cover.
Remove the shift cable.
4WD:
Remove the snap pin and control pin, then separatethe shift cable from the control lever.
CONTROL PIN
SHIFT CABLE
SHIFTCOVER
2WDi
Remove the control lever, then
cable from the control shaft.
separate the shift
t r 1.25 mm22 N.n 12.2 *glrn.16 tbf.trl
CONTROLSHAFT
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m12.2 kgl-m,16 tbf.frl
SHIFT CABLECOVER
LOCK WASHER6x LOmm14 N.m {1.4 kgf.m,
(cont'd)
SHIFT CABI-E
10 tbt.lrl
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Real-time 4WD-Dual Pump System
Troubleshooting (Automatic Transmissionl
When starting and accelerating in forward gesrs {4WDmodel
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off theground (see section 1).
2. Make a mark on either No.
shaft.
'I or No.2 propeller
PROPELLER SHAFT
Start the engine, and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twice).
With the engine at idle. shift to the E position.
Apply the parking brake firmly. and measure thetime it takes the propeller shaft to rotate 10 times.. lf the measured time is more than 10 seconds,
the 4WD system is normal.
. lf the time is less than 10 seconds, there is aproblem in 4WD system. Check the differential
fluid. lf the differential fluid is normal, replace
the torque control differential case kit.
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When starting and accelerating in revGrsg gear {4WDmodel
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off theground (see section 1).
Make a mark on either No.
shaft.
1 or No. 2 propeller
PROPELLER SHAFT
Start the engine. and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twicei.
With the engine at idle, shift to the E position.
Apply the parking brake firmly, and measure the
time it takes the proDeller shaft to rotate 10 times,. lf the measured time is more than 10 seconds,
the 4WD system js normal.. lf the time is less than 10 seconds, there is aproblem in 4WD system. Check the differential
fluid. lf the differential fluid is normal, reolace
the torque control differential case kit.
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Troubleshooting (Manual Transmissionl
When starting and accelerating in forward gears (4WD
mode)
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off the
ground {see section 1)
3.
Start the engine, and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twlce).
With the engine at idle, shift into 1st gear and
release the clutch.
Apply the parking brake firmlY
. lf the engine stalls, the 4WD system is normal.
. lf the engine continues running, there is a prob-
lem in 4WD system. Check the differential fluid. lf
the differential fluid is normal, replace the torque
control ditferential case kit.
2.
When starting and accelerating in reverse gear (4WD
model
1. Lift up the vehicle so all four wheels are off the
ground (see section 1).
Start the engine, and let it run until it warms up (the
radiator fan comes on at least twice)
With the engine at idle, shift into reverse gear and
release the clutch.
Apply the parking brake firmlY
. lf the engine stalls, the 4WD system is normal.
. lf the engine continues running, there is a prob-
lem in 4WD system. Check the differential fluid lf
the differential fluid is normal, replace the torque
control differential case kit.
3.
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Maintenance
Differential Fluid
!@ Make sure lifts are placed properly lseesection 1).
1. With the vehicle on level ground, inspect differential
fluid with engine OFF.
2. Remove the oil filler plug, then check the level andcondition of the fluid.
Proper Level
o|I FII.IIR PI-UG4t N.m la.8 kgl.m, 35 lbl.ftl
The fluid level must be up ro the fill hole. lf it isbelow the hole, add the recommended fluid until itruns out, then reinstall the oil filler plug with a new
wasner.
lf the differential tluid is dirty, remove the drainplug, and drain the fluid.
4.
DMIN PLUGa7 N.m 14.8 kgl.m, 35 lbt.ftl
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Clean the drain plug, then reinstall it with a new
washer, and refill the differential with the recom-
mended fluid to the proper level.
NOTEr lf you disassembly the differential, check thefluid level again after the 4WD system check is fin-
ished. Add fluid if necessary.
Reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer.
Fluid Capacity
1.0 / {1.1 US $, 0.9 lmp qt) at tluid change
1.2 / {1.3 US $, 1.1 lmp qt) at oyerhaul
Recommended fluid:
Genuine Honda CVT Fluid
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