2003 HONDA CR-V transmission

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Maint enance240
Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months
Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 monthsCheck oil and coolant at each fuel stop
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,
then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 2 years
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) in dusty conditions,
otherwise use normal schedule
Service the following items at the recommended intervals.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page . See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Lubricate door hinges, lo
cks, and latches
Visually inspect the following items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Visually inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust system, Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace transmission fluid
Replace rear differential fluid (4WD)
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid 10
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6450
8060
9670
112 80
128 90
144 100
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176120
192
Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km) or 8 years 24
4872
12 3660
M/T
A/T
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

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Maint enance241
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners A, B, C, D, E
A
B
C
D
E
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in
as required for each distance/time.
Replace engine oil.
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 281).
Lubricate door hinges, lo cks, and latches with
multipurpose grease.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks. Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace dust and pollen filter .
Replace air cleaner element every 15,000 mi/
24,000 km (independent of time) under dusty
conditions, otherwise use Normal Conditions
schedule.
5,000 mi/8,000 km/½ yr
10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr
15,000 mi/24,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1-½ yrs
20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr
20,000 mi/32,000 km/2 yrs
25,000 mi/40,000 km/2-½ yrs
30,000 mi/48,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
30,000 mi/48,000 km/3 yrs
35,000 mi/56,000 km/3-½ yrs
40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs
40,000 mi/64,000 km/4 yrs
45,000 mi/72,000 km
45,000 mi/72,000 km/4-½ yrs
3yrs
50,000 mi/80,000 km/3 yrs
50,000 mi/80,000 km/5 yrs
55,000 mi/88,000 km/5-½ yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km/6 yrs Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in E.
Do item in A.
Do items in B, C.
Do item in A.
Do item in A.
Do item in E.
Do items in B, D.
Do item in A.
Do item in A.
Do items in B, C.
Do item in A.
Do item in E.
Do item in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Do item in B.
Do item in A.
Do item in A.
Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
Replace transmission fluid (A/T).
DoitemsinB,C,D.
Do item in A.
236Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information
under special driving conditions.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
NOTE: 275
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65,000 mi/104,000 km/6-½ yrs
70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs
70,000 mi/112,000 km/7 yrs
75,000 mi/120,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/7-½ yrs
80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs
80,000 mi/128,000 km/8 yrs
85,000 mi/136,000 km/8-½ yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km/9 yrs
95,000 mi/152,000 km/9-½ yrs
100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs
100,000 mi/160,000 km/10 yrs
105,000 mi/168,000 km
105,000 mi/168,000 km/10-½ yrs
6yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km
110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs
110,000 mi/176,000 km/11 yrs
115,000 mi/184,000 km/11-½ yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/7 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/12 yrs
160,000 mi/256,000 km/8 years Do item in A.
Do item in B.
Do item in A.
Do item in E.
Do item in A.
Do items in B, C.
Do item in A.
Do item in A.
Do item in E.
Replace transmission fluid (A/T).
Replace rear differential fluid (4WD).
Do items in B, D.
Do item in A.
Do item in A.
Do items in B, C.
Do item in A.
Do item in E.
Do item in A. Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Inspect valve clearance, cold engine.
Replace spark plugs.
Do item in B.
Do item in A.
Do item in A.
Do item in E. Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
DoitemsinB,C,D. Replace transmission fluid (A/T).
Replace engine coolant, then replace every
60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs.
Do item in A. Inspect idle speed. :
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate light monthly. See
page .
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260 278
285
263
Owner Maintenance Checks
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Fluid Locations
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ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
POWER STEERING
FLUID
(Red cap)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIRRADIATOR CAP BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(5-speed Manual
Transmission only)
(Gray cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)

The oil’s viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
Select the oil f or your vehicle
according to this chart.You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight as shown
on the chart. When using synthetic
oil, you must f ollow the oil and f ilter
change intervals given in the
maintenance schedule.
Your Honda does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect your engine’s or transmission’s
perf ormance and durability.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your Honda, to
improve cold weather starting, and
to help your engine use less f uel.
Engine Oil
Maint enance
Synthetic Oil
A dditives
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Ambient Temperature

Fill the reserve tank to the MAX
mark. Install the reserve tank cap.
Install the radiator cap, and
tighten it to the first stop.Remove the radiator cap. Fill the
radiator with coolant up to the
base of the f iller neck.
Start the engine and hold it at
1,500 rpm until the radiator f an
comes on. Turn of f the engine.
Check the coolant level in the
radiator and add coolant if needed.
Install the radiator cap, and
tighten it fully.
If necessary, f ill the reserve tank
to the MAX mark. Install the
reserve tank cap.
Start the engine and let it run until
the radiator cooling f an comes on
at least twice. Then stop the
engine.
Start the engine and let it run f or
about 30 seconds. Then turn of f
the engine.
Check the level in the radiator,
add coolant if needed.
The cooling system capacity is:
17.
18. 19.
20.
21.22.
23.
24.
25.
With automatic transmission:
With manual transmission:
Maint enance
Cooling Syst em
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RESERVE TANK
1.43 US gal (5.4)
1.45 US gal (5.5
)

Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission and wipe it
with a clean cloth. Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut of f the engine.
Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission as shown.If the level is below the lower
mark, add f luid into the f iller hole
to bring it to the upper mark.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it is not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission f luid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect shift quality. Have
the transmission f lushed and
ref illed with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the
transmission a final time.
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2. 3.5.
4.
Automatic Transmission
Maint enance
T ransmission Fluid
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DIPSTICK
UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK