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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Cooling System Capacities -> Honda -> 1992-2002
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> 1997-2000 -> 1997-2001 -> 2002 -> Accord -> Accord & Odyssey -> Accumulator -> Accumulator Disposal -> Brake Fluid Change -> Brake System Bleed -> Civic -> Civic & CR-V -> Component Replacement -> Control Unit -> CR-V -> del Sol -> del Sol & Prelude -> Front -> Front Speed Sensor -> Modulator -> Odyssey -> Prelude -> Pulser & Sensor Gap Measurement -> Rear -> Rear Speed Sensor -> S2000 -> System Pressure Relief
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

System Pressure Relief

Accord & Odyssey
  • Remove bleeder cap from maintenance bleeder on modulator unit, then attach a suitable wrench to bleeder.
  • Connect a rubber tube to bleeder and place other end in a container, Fig. .
  • While holding tube in hand, loosen maintenance bleeder 1/8- 1/4 turn and collect fluid in container. Do not loosen bleeder too much; brake fluid is under high pressure and can burst out.
  • Tighten maintenance bleeder to specification.
del Sol
  • Drain brake fluid from master cylinder and modulator reservoir thoroughly as outlined under "Brake Fluid Change."
  • Using bleeder t-wre...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Honda -> Component Locations -> 1996-97 Accord w/2.2L & 2.3L Engines & 1997-01 CR-V & Prelude
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Front

  • Loosen wheel nuts slightly.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Drain transmission fluid and reinstall drain plug using a new washer. Its not required to drain transmission fluid if lefthand driveshaft is removed.
  • Lift up locking tab on spindle nut then remove nut.
  • Remove self-locking nut and flange bolt.
  • Remove bolts securing dampner fork.
  • Remove cotter pin from lower arm ball joint castle nut and remove nut.
  • Install a 12 mm hex nut on ball joint. Ensure that hex nut is flush with ball joint pi...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then disconnect positive cable at battery.
  • Disconnect 4P (or 3P) connector from alternator.
  • Remove terminal nut and WHT wire from B terminal.
  • Remove adjusting bolt and through bolt nut, then remove alternator be...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Honda -> 1997-2001 CR-V
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 24 months. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • On models equipped with radio anti-theft feature, prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable make sure you have the radio anti-theft code.
  • On all models, disconnect and isolate the battery ground cable. After disconnecting the battery ground cable wait at least 3 minutes to allow th...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Honda -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/VSA System Warning Lamp -> 1997-2001 CR-V
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

The Anti-Lock warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp monitors the condition of the anti-lock brake system. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go off when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is operating properly. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. After diagnosis and repair of the system, the lamp may be turned off as follows:

  • Place ignition switch in Off position.
  • Connect service connector 07PAZ-0010100, or equivalent, to service check connector, Fig. ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp and remove hose from thermostat side of water passage.
  • Reposition hose clamp and remove hose from radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reve...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Driver & Passenger Front Door Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GASDriver & Passenger Front Door Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Driver Side Door Lock Actuator
  • Driver Side Door Lock Switch
  • Left Hand Front Speaker
  • Driver Side Power Window Motor
  • Right Hand Front Door Speaker
  • Engine Compartment Relay Locations Diagram for 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GASEngine Compartment Relay Locations Diagram for 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Relay
  • Radiator Fan Relay
  • Condenser Fan Relay
  • Blower Motor Relay
  • ABS Pump Motor Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Defogger Relay
  • Integrated Control Unit
  • 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Dimmer Switch
  • Headlight Switch
  • Left Headlight
  • Right Headlight
  • Combination Light Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ATEQ VT55 TPMS Update Information
    Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: ED-18 Battery Analyzer Update Information
    Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Honda CR-V cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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