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Maintenance -> Automatic Transmission Fluid for Your Honda CR-V SUV Third Generation (2006-2010)

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Automatic Transmission Fluid

4. Remove the dipstick and check

the fluid level. It should be

between the upper and lower

marks.

DIPSTICK

5. If the level is below the lower

mark, add fluid into the dipstick

hole to bring it to the level

between the upper and lower

marks.

UPPER

MARK

LOWER

MARK

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully

so you do not spill any. Clean up

any spill immediately; it could

damage components in the engine

compartment.

Check the fluid level with the engine

at normal operating temperature.

2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)

from the transmission, and wipe it

with a clean cloth.

1. Park the vehicle on level ground.

Start the engine, let it run until the

radiator fan comes on, then shut

off the engine. For accurate

results, wait about 60 seconds (but

no longer than 90 seconds) before

doing step 2.

3. Insert the dipstick all the way into

the transmission securely as

shown in the illustration.

Always use Honda Genuine

ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission

fluid).

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Automatic Transmission Fluid

6. Insert the dipstick all the way back

into the transmission securely as

shown in the illustration.

Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1

(automatic transmission fluid). Do not

mix with other transmission fluids.

Using transmission fluid other than

Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause

deterioration in transmission operation

and durability, and could result in

damage to the transmission.

Damage resulting from the use of

transmission fluid other than Honda

Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the

Honda new vehicle warranty.

Make sure the rubber cap on the

dipstick fits in the dipstick guide

and that you push the dipstick in

all the way.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,

contact your dealer.

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Rear Differential Fluid, Brake Fluid

Rear Differential Fluid

Brake Fluid

MAX

4WD model only

Check the fluid level in the brake

fluid reservoir monthly.

The rear differential should be

drained and refilled with new fluid

according to the maintenance

messages shown on the information

display. Have your dealer replace the

rear differential fluid.

Replace the brake fluid according to

the maintenance messages shown on

the information display.

Always use Honda Heavy Duty

Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not

available, you should use only DOT 3

or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed

container, as a temporary

replacement.

Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid II only.

Do not use automatic transmission

fluid (ATF).

MIN

The fluid level should be between

the MIN and MAX marks on the side

of the reservoir. If the level is at or

below the MIN mark, your brake

system needs attention. Have the

brake system inspected for leaks or

worn brake pads.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid can

cause corrosion and decrease the life

of the system. Have the brake

system flushed and refilled with

Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid

DOT 3 as soon as possible.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not

compatible with your vehicle’s

braking system and can cause

extensive damage.

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