1998 HONDA CR-V Mil

Towing
lf the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional
towing service. Never tow the vehicle behind another
vehjcle with just a rope or chain. lt is very dangerous.
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle.
Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads the vehicle on
the back of a truck. This is the best way of transporting the
vehicle.
Wheel Lift Equipment - The tow truck uses tlvo pivoting
arms that go under the tires lfront or rear) and lifts them
off the ground. The other two tires remain on the
ground. The vehicle's suspension and body can be
seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.
Sling-type Equipment - The tow truck uses metal cables
with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of
the frame or suspension and the cables lift that end of
the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension and
body can be seriously damaged if thjs method of towing
is attempted. This methed of towing the CR-V is
unaccePtable.
The onlv recommended way of towing the CR-V is on a
flat-bed truck. Two wheel drive CR-V's may also be
towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Towing the four-wheel dlive CR-v with only two
wheels on the ground will damage parts of the 4wD
system. It this vehicle is damaged, it should be towed
on a flat-bed truck ol trailel.
It the 2 wheel drive CR-v is towed wiih all tour wheels
on the ground, do the following:
Manual Transmission
. Release the parking brake.
. Shift the transmission in Neutral
Automatic Transmission
. Release the parking brake.
. Sta rt the engine.
. Shift to lD.l position. then E position.
. Turn off the engine.
lmproper towing preparation will damage the
transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. lf
you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine,
the vehicle must be transported on a flat-bed truck.
lf the vchicle is towed with four wheels on the ground,
il is best to tow the vehicle no larther than 50 miles (80
km), and keep the speed below 35 mph {55 km/h).
Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by ihe bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers ale not dosigned
to support the vehicle's weight.
Front:
Rear:
lOwlNG HOOKS .ndTIE DOWN BRACKETS
TIE DOWN BRACKET
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Starting System
Armature Inspection and Test
1. Inspect the armature for wear or damage due to
contact with the field winding. lf there is wear or
damage. replace the armature.
Check the commutator surface. lf the surface is dirty
or burnt, resurface with emery cloth or a lathe with-
in the tollowing specifications, or recondition with
#500 or #600 sandDaoer.
lnspect for damage.
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3. Check the commutator diameter. lf commutator
diameter is below the service limit, reolace the
armalure.
Commutator Diameter
Standard (Newl: 27.9 - 28.0 mm (1.09 - 1.10 in)
Service Limilr 27.0 mm (1.06 inl
lf the commutator runout is within the service
limit, check the commutator for carbon dust or
brass chips between the segments.
lf the commutator runout is not within the ser-
vice limit, replace the armature.
Commutator Runout
Standard (Newl: 0 - 0.02 mm (0 - 0.0008 in)
Service Limit: 0.05 mm {0,002 inl
4. Measure the commutator runout.
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En gine Removal/lnstallation
Installation
Bracket Bolts Torque Specifications:
10 x 125 mmil,a t*m {4.5 tgt'm,d, tbtft)
8 r 1.25 mm24 N.m 12.4 kg{.m;17 tbt frl
10 x 1.25 mrn,L il.tn {1.5 tgt m, :|:l lbf'ft}
P/S PUMPBRACKET
SIDE EIIGII{Ei'OUT{T BRACKET
10 x 1.25 mm54 t$m 15.5 tgfm,iO lbflrl
ALTERI{ATORBNACKET
A/C @MPRESSORBRACIGT
t0 r 125 ]nma,l t+Jn ll.5 lgf-rn,3 tbf{tl
5-12
t t 1.25 m.D2a 'tn (2,4 kgt ft,17 tbtftl
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Timing Belt
Removal
Replace the timing belt at 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
according to the maintenance schedule {normal condi-
tions/severe conditions). lf the vehicle is regularly driven
in either of the following conditions, replace the timing
belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.A.l 100.000 km (Canada).
- ln very high temperatures (over 110'F, 43"C).- In very low temperatures (under -20"F. -29"C).
Turn the crankshaft pu\ley so the No. 1 piston is at
top dead center (TDC).
Remove the guard bar and splash shield (see page
5-7 ).
Loosen the mounting bolt and lock bolt. then remove
the power steering (P/S) pump belt.
MOUNNNG BOLT8 x 1.25 rnm
1.
2.
,l
4. Loosen the idler pulley bracket bolt and adjusting
bolt, then remove the air conditioning (lVC) compres
sor belt (see page 5-4).
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24 N.m {2.4 kgt.m, 17 lbf.ftl
24 N.m 12.4 kgf.m, lt lbf.ftl
5. Loosen the mounting nut and locknut, then remove
the altefnator belt.
LOCKNUTI x 1.25 mm2a N.m 12.4 kgt m, 17 lblftl
6.
10 x 1,25 mm4,1 N.m (,1.5 kgt m, 33 lbtftl
Remove the cruise control actuator (see section 4).
Support the engine with a jack, then remove the
upper bracket. Make sure to place a cushion
between the oil Dan and the iack.
12 x 1.25 mm74 N.m (7.5 kgf m, 54 lbtftl
7.
BRACKET
AELT
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Engine Oil
Inspection
2.
1.Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn off theengine. Allow the oil a few minutes to drain backinto the oil pan so the dipstick will show the actuallevet,
Make certain that the oil level indicated on the dip-stick is between the upper and lower marks. Insertthe dipstick carefully to avoid bending it.
lf the level has dropped close to the lower mark,add oil until it reaches the upper mark.
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Replacement
CAUTION: Remove the drain plug caretuly white theengino is hot; the hot oil may cause scalding.
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Drain the engine oil.
WASHERR€place.ORAIN BOL4il N.m {4.5 kgtm,33 lbf.ft)Do not overtighten.
3. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer, and refill
with the recommended oil.
RequirementAPI Service Grade: Use "Energy
Conserving " SJ or "Energy
Conserving ll" SH grade oil. SAE
5W - 30 preferred: You can also
use an oil that bears the API
CERTIFICATION mark.
Capacity3.5 { (3.7 US qt,3.1 lmp qt)
at oil change.
3.8 / (4.0 US qt,3.3 lmp qr)
at oil change including filter.
4.6 { (4.9 US qt, 4.0 lmp qt)
after engine overhaul.
Change
Inlerval
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or12 months (Normal conditions)
Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6months (Severe conditions).
NOTE: Under normal conditions, the oil filtershould be replaced at every other oil change. Undersevere conditions, the oil filter should be replacedat each oil change.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedures
How To Begin Troubleshooting
When the Malfunction indicator Lamp (MlLl has been reported on, or there is a driveability problem, use the appropri-ate procedure below to diagnose and repair the problem.
A. When the MIL has come on:
1. Connect the Honda PGM Tester or an OBD Il scan tool to the 16P Data Link Connector (DLC) located behind theright side of the center console.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Check the DTC and note it. Also check and note
the freeze frame data.
Refer to the Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart and
begin troubleshooting.
NOTE:
. SeetheOBDll scan tool or Honda PGM Tester user's manuals for specific operating instructions.. The scan tool or tester can read the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), freeze frame data, current data, and otherEngine Control Module (ECM}/Powertrain Control Module (PCM) data.. Freeze frame data indicates the engine conditions when the first malfunction, misfire or fuel trim malfunction wasdetected. lt can be useful information when troubleshootino.
B. When the MIL has not come on, but there is a driveability problem, refer to the Symptom Chart on page 11-64.
C. DTCs will be indicated by the blinking of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp {MlL) with the SCS service connector con-nected.
Connect the SCS service connector to Service Check Connector as shown. {The 2P Service Check Connecror rslocated behind the right side of the center console.) Turn the ignition switch ON 0l).
DATA LINK CONNECTOR I16PI
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ll. Engine Controt Module (EcM)/Powertrain Control Module {PCM) Reset Procedure
Either of the following actions will reset the ECM/PCM.
. use the oBD ll scan tool or Honda PGM Tester to clear the ECM's/PCM's memory. (see the oBD ll scan tool or
Honda PGM Tester user's manuals for specific operating instructions )
. Turn the ignition switch oFF. Remove the BACK UP (RADIO) (7.5 A) fuse from the under-hood fuse/relay box for 10
seconos.
lll. Final Procedure {this procedure must be done after any troubleshooting)
1. Remove the SCS Service Connector if it is connected. lf the SCS service connector is connected. and there are no
DTCS stored in the ECM/PCM, the MIL will stay on when the ignition switch is turnsd oN (ll).
2. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Procedure.
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF
4. Disconnect the OBD ll scan tool orHonda PGM Tester from the Data Link Connector ( 16P)'
(cont'd)
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BACK UP {RADIOI I7,5 AI FUSE
FUSE/RELAY BOX
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedures (cont'dl
Symptom Chart
Listed below are symptoms and probable causes for problems that DO NOT cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL) tocome on. lf the MIL was reported on, go to page 11-60.Troubleshoot each probable cause in the order listed (from left to right) until the symptom is eliminated,The probable cause and troubleshooting page reference can be found below.
Other Probable Causes for an engine that will not start:- Compression- Intake air leakage- Engine locked up- Timing belt- Starting system- Overheating- Battery
SYMPTOMPROBABLE CAUSE
Engine will not sta rt4, 2,3,5,20, 't5, 1
Hard starting2, 4, 12,17, 14, 't9
Cold fast idle too low7, a,9, 6, 17
Cold fast idle too high7,8,9,11,10
ldle speed fluctuates9,7,8, 't1, 10
Misfire or rough runningTroubleshoot for misfire on pages '11-126, 1|21LOl/\/ power2, 10,11, 13, '17, 18,20
Engine stalls2, 4, 12,1,20,9,5, 't6
Probable Cause List (For the DTC Ch8rt, see page ll-75.)
Probable CausePageSystem
Engine controt ruoaute (ecvtffi'I11-42
I 1-178Fuel oressure
PGM-Fl main relav
lgnition system
Crankshatt Position/Top Dead Center/Cylinder position sensor circuit
Intake Air Temperature (lAT) sensor ctrculr
ldle Air Control (lAC) Vatve
Fast idle thermo valve
ldle speed adjustment
Throttle body
Throftle cable
Manifold Absolute P."""rr"ffi
Throftle Position (TP) sensor
Barometric pressur" (gnno-
Ay'T gear position signal
Brake switch signal
Air Cleaner
Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC)
Evaporative emission (EVAP) control
Contaminated fuel
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6I 't-95
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81'l-168
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15Section 14
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17r 1-194
181 1,199'1911-203
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