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

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> Charging System
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Use instructions provided with charging station. Follow these procedures to prevent charging station from being accidentally exposed to high-side vehicle system pressure:

  • Do no...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Radio Coded Theft Protection System
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Radio Coded Theft Protection System

Some original radios have a coded theft protection circuit. Ensure to obtain the customer's code number before disconnecting the battery, removing the fuses from the und...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Honda CR-V AUTOMOBILES

Honda -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> del Sol, 1985-91 CR-X, 1985-01 Prelude, 1985-97 Accord, 1987-00 Civic, 1997-01 CR-V & 1995-97 Odyssey w/Fuel Injected Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, if equipped.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Remove the fuel fill cap to release fuel tank pressure.
  • On models less fuel filter service bolt, place a shop towel over the banjo bolt at top of fuel filter. Slowly loosen the banjo bolt one complete turn. When loosening the banjo bolt, use a backup wrench to hold the fuel filter in position.
  • On m...

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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

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

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter motor.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the fo...

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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 -> Check Engine Lamp -> 1997-2001 CR-V
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

The vehicle's radio may have a coded theft protection circuit. The code number should be verified prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable.

The Check Engine/PGM-FI warning lamp should be illuminated for approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the On position as a bulb check. After approximately 2 seconds, the lamp should go out. If the lamp remains lit, a problem in the Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) system is indicated and a diagnostic trouble code is stored in the Electronic Control Unit ...

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

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect negative cable from battery terminal.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp with suitable tool.
  • Remove hose from heater core tube.
  • Reposition hose clamp with suitable tool.
  • Remove hose from heater valve tube.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect negative cable from battery terminal.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp with ...

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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+.

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
  • Starter & Ground Cable Locations Diagram for 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GASStarter & Ground Cable Locations Diagram for 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission
  • Battery Positive Terminal
  • Under-Hood Fuse/Relay Box
  • Under-Hood ABS Fuse/Relay Box
  • Battery Negative Terminal
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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:
  • Front Accessory Socket
  • Rear Accessory Socket
  • Rear Accessory Socket Relay
  • 1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Honda CR-V LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Back-Up Light
  • Left Back-Up Light
  • Reverse Relay
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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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