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Re: 2012 CR-V gas mileage problem [chaoskate]
Chaoskate, your message really got my attention. My husband and I were preparing to buy a new 2012 CR-V within the next 2-3 weeks and the gas mileage was one of the big selling points for us. I did a little research to see if I could find anyone else with the same complaint and I found this message on another website: "Just bought a new CRV 2012 about 2 weeks ... Read More
Honda CR-V AC Compressor Problems
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Has anyone else heard this?
Well, now I join the CRV "Black Death"club. 2001 CRV. Never, ever heard anything about this all the time I've owned Honda's and that's since 1979. Called Honda and we'll see what they come up with but my quote on the cost is almost $4,000.00- for a 10 year old car. But now we're spooked because we have a 1999 CRV too. We take very good care of our cars and ... Read More
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Re: I now have this same problem [rrubyy]
I have the same issue too.... frustrating.... I bought my 2004 Honda CRV used w/ 66, 000 miles on it last year and bought a Powertrain Plus warranty for 24,000 miles... I am just under that 24,000 by 400 miles and last week the air compressor blew... The dealer and the warranty company went back and forth on what the warranay company would be responsible for... The dealer had my car ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Crash Rating [patrece]
I am looking to purchase a 2011 Honda CRV EX-L 4WD without the Nav. I am trading in a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited edition with 156k miles. I will be asking for the roof racks and all weather package to be included. I will be paying cash. I got to 29k plus the trade out the door price including tax and license. I was hoping to see if anyone had ... Read More
Honda CR-V Start Stall and Idle Problems
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Stalling '98 CRV
My son has a 1998 Honda CRV that is continually stalling, no consistancy when ot wHy, going staight at 60 mph and just stop - there is no power . . . pop in neutral and can t up again . . . mechanic can't figure it out. Anyone have any ideas?IGHT 60 mph, AND IT STALLS . . . POP IM mEUTRAL AND STARTS RIGHT UP AGAIN, BUT WHEN STALLS,LOSES ... Read More
Honda CR-V Towing
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Re: reply to: l0g1k in post #111 [l0g1k]
On another note, the Element has the K24 engine, the same as a 2001+ CRV as my 1999 has a B20Z engine, 2 litre instead of 2.4 for the element. My guess is that a 2001+ CRV would tow as easily as the Honda Element. Element has K24 block but a slightly different head than the CR-V. 2002-2006 CR-V has K24A1, while I believe Element has K24A5 or A3, someone with ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2010 CRV EX...just got ours..
We bought a 2010 CRV EX today. Paid $25,144 + Tax and Title. Got the following dealer installed options included in the deal: All weather heavy duty mats, Cargo Liner, Fog Lights, Mud Guards, and Roof Rack. We had looked for quite a bit of time and included this forum as well as the pricing calculator to be well prepared for the purchase. Thanks for providing that help. It was down ... Read More
Honda CR-V Shakes
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Re: Crv Shake [blueiedgod]
It was filled with Honda fluid by the Honda dealer.It seems that Honda did not design the CRV correctly and all early CRV'S-1997 & 1998 will have this problem.
Honda CR-V Likes and Dislikes
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Re: 2007 Honda CRV What don't you like? [denver5357]
Hi denver 5357: I can't speak about the newer CR-V's since my 2005 model year because I don't know anyone who has one. All's I can say is, based upon my point of reference between all-wheel-all-the-time on Subaru's and the CR-V "only when it thinks it needs it AWD", I find the CR-V is horrible for my winter driving needs. This comparison is based upon my previous 1998 Subaru Forester that ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: AWD EX-L w/ NAVIGATION system prices paid?? [gogetem]
I bought 2009 CRV EX from huntington honda car price $23,158 lice + reg + plate + some fees: $217 I buyout 0% apr for $642 for 60 month tax: 1998 (8.375%) I shop around all the dealers Long Island + NYC and no one gave me $23,158 deal for 2009 CRV Ex.
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Urgent: Manual Trans Fluid Change related to current Clutch problems? [songofruth]
On 13 September I had the manual transmission fluid in my 1998 CR-V changed. 4 driving days (to work, to home=1 day) later, the clutch started acting up. To the point that I almost couldn't get it into gear to back out of my parking space at work. There are 187K miles on the clock. Could the two be related? This is urgent because my DH wants to wisk my car ... Read More
Honda CR-V Towing
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Re: 2001 CRV Towing [stevedebi]
To answer this question: Are transmission coolers and larger brakes really available for the Gen 1 CR-V? I don't know for transmission coolers, but the 1997-2001 Honda CRV share the exact same front discs and pads has a 1998-2001 Acura Integra Type R. So for front break upgrades there are endless possibilities in the aftermarket. As for me, I own a 1999 CRV with manual transmission. I'm planning on buying an ... Read More
Honda CR-V Tires Wheels and Sensors
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Re: Best tires for a 1998 Honda CRV? [rio9]
Thank you so much - she has had bad experiences with Pep Boys in her area - other tire name/brand suggestions and ashamed to ask - but does she have to replace all 4 at the same time or can she replace just 2? It depends. If the tire wear is significant (over 5% difference between the new and old tires) she will probably need to replace all 4 to prevent ... Read More
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Re: Best tires for a 1998 Honda CRV? [rio9]
I like discount tire. Free lifetime rotation and balancing. Don't buy the hazard insurance, etc.
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Re: Best tires for a 1998 Honda CRV? [blueiedgod]
Thank you so much - she has had bad experiences with Pep Boys in her area - other tire name/brand suggestions and ashamed to ask - but does she have to replace all 4 at the same time or can she replace just 2?
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Re: Best tires for a 1998 Honda CRV? [rio9]
I have had good experience with Futura tires from PepBoys. The really cheap ones (4 for $99) are probably questionable, but the mid-line tires are made by Cooper and seem to have very good traction and road noise. I think mine ended up costing me $250 for all 4 installed with lifetime rotation and road hazard warranty after the $50 rebate.
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Best tires for a 1998 Honda CRV?
Hello - hoping for some help for a real novice. My mom needs to replace her tires on her 1998 Honda CRV. She says the tires she has now are a 205/70R15. She is not in the place to buy top if the line - but does not want to be penny-wise and pound foolish. She lives in Maryland and deals with lots of rain and snow. Any makes better than ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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problem after replacing distributor
To begin with, I have to say that I don't know much about car especially repairing. The problem I'm having right now... My 1998 Honda CR-V died on me driving on high way. It suddenly can't change gear (although my car is automatic), then the speed slowly decrease, then finally it died on me. I tried to start my engine after I turned it off and rest for a while, but ... Read More
Honda CR-V Real World MPG
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Re: 2008 EPA Revised Gas Mileage Estimates [crvme3]
Honda CRV 1998, With slick 50 treated the most I get is 27-33 mpg but it's been 30k since then, I just re-check 2 days ago it was 21 mpg - City and Hwy combination. I'm planning to put Slick50 again soon.
Honda CR-V Winter Driving
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Re: FWD CR-V (go for AWD) [parkranger1]
I live north of Boston, Ma and have 1998 Olds Intrigue with FWD and traction control. Never had an issue getting stuck on ice or snow. I leave the traction control on all the time. Considering a 2007 Honda CRV or Rav4 and not sure if I should go with the AWD or FWD with traction control. The AWD has a little extra weight and slightly lower gas mileage. I don't ... Read More
Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Santa Fe
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Re: Crv vs Sante Fe [davesuv]
I'm facing a dilemma to help decide on a replacement for a 1998 Honda Passport (aka Isuzu Rodeo), wife's car, mine when it snows! We test drove the 2007 CRV, the new Honda model much improved over prior year's model which seemed a bit cheap inside. Interior of full trim is very nice, we like'd it. The major downside in our evaluation is 4-cyl vs 6. Lots of hill climbing here ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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TWANG NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION THAT SOUNDS LIKE A SPRING CONTACT
I had a 1998 HONDA CRV. It has 82000 Mileage on it right now. Every time, I start up my car in the morning, the RPM goes up to 1800 RPM. At the same time, TWANG NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION THAT SOUNDS LIKE A SPRING CONTACT appeared. 2-3 Min later. The RPM goes back to normal, as well as the noise. Is it normal? or just some problems causing this ... Read More
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Re: High Idle when start up in the morning. [zengs]
I had 1998 Honda CRV~! It has 82000 miles on it. I had a problem. no matter what temperature is outsite. Every morning, I start up my car, the idle speed goes up to 1800 RPM. Couple more minutes later, the idle speed goes back around 1000 RPM. If anybody knows the issue, please tell me sa. I will really appreciate. Did you own any other car previous to the CR-V? ... Read More
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High Idle when start up in the morning.
I had 1998 Honda CRV~! It has 82000 miles on it. I had a problem. no matter what temperature is outsite. Every morning, I start up my car, the idle speed goes up to 1800 RPM. Couple more minutes later, the idle speed goes back around 1000 RPM. If anybody knows the issue, please tell me sa. I will really appreciate.
CR-V vs Escape
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Re: '08 Escape [explorerx4]
my wife wanting an escape. We can't argue women's logic, it was very simple. "Ohhh, I like Escape..." So, she got one. No research, nothing. It was bought solely based on looks and two test drives. One of a 4 cylinder Escape, and one of the V6 XLT. Luckily, she makes the payments on it, I would never give my money to Ford. if you post stats, i do try to ... Read More
2007 Honda CR-V
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Huge mistake
I've been following the Edmunds Forum since 1998, I like being able to have a catch all forum on my 1999 Honda Odyssey and 2002 CRV. IMHO the genius who came up with the idea of doing away with the generic site should be making tail pipes for general motors :-)
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Re: 2007 Honda CRV 2wd vs 4wd [banjolaya1]
I've used this system since 1998. Believe me it matters.
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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transmission issues...
I have 1998 CRV ex with about 63K on in. I've notice that sometimes the transmission seems a little rough when the engine is cool, but once it warms up, I don't have any problems. I took it in to Midas, just to be sure it was okay, and they told me they'd need to replace the entire transmission at a grand total of 3200 dollars. Quite disheartening news for a ... Read More
Honda CR-V AC Compressor Problems
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Re: I bailed on my 2006 CR-V today.... [spimby]
Your right (Eventually) they did but not after many of engines were replaced and many of loyal customers were told unless you had RECORDS of every oil change and did not go over a little bit otherwise it must be there fault. We are talking about Engines not to take away from the seriousness of the compressor issue that is very serious in its own right. Your right I do hope ... Read More
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I bailed on my 2006 CR-V today....
Today I was to go to the Honda dealer and pick up my 2006 EX (silver moss metallic) due to this problem. Coincidentally, a friend recently had a compressor blow out and found out the damage today (out of warranty, $1600 repair at a non-Honda shop). That's just too close to home. I called the dealer and told them why I was canceling. He said that Honda was aware of the ... Read More
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Re: CR-V: AC Compressor Issues [KarenS]
I have a 2001 crv with 75k miles and a 1998 crv with 102k miles. Both I bought new and they have been great cars. Yesterday the 2001 AC compressor froze, burning the belt. Took it to the dealer today and informed that unit self destroyed and $1500 parts and $650 labor. Did a google search and came upon web sight. Contacted Honda 800 # and within 2 hours they agreed ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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CRV LX 4WD AT
Bought at Huntington Honda-Long Island-for $20,504-not too good-but it includes $15,000 0% financing for 5 yrs., plus $100 in fees. How much is that financing worth?, it saves me about $1998 in interest compared to Honda 4.9% over the 5 yrs. I guess the dealer buys down the loan from the bank.
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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engine light?
Hi, I have a 1998 Honda CRV with 61,000 miles on it and the engine light just came on today. It still starts and runs, butI'm kind of freaking out...I'm a college student and I really don't have the money to pay for a bunch of super expensive tests to figure out what's wrong. Does anyone have any advice on what do to? I just bought the car like 2 months ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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Re: How? [scape2]
do you redline an automatic transmission? I have seen 0-60 times as high as 9.5 to 11.0 also for the CRV in other publications. Yet, of course, the Honda clan will believe the better times, the times that best the Escape... And discount the times that don't best the Escape.. With a 5spd transmission you are able to better control the power band. Ever heard of redline through the gears? This ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Diagram of passger front door
I can't open the front passenager door from the inside. I can open it from the out side. I would like a diagram of how to take apart the inside of the door.Without destroying the different parts. I have a 1998 honda CRV.
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: [john_f]
I found that all the car dealer have a lot of hidden money back from the car manufacture for every car they sold at the time I bought my mini van long time . Since then, paying invoice price + tax = my final out the door price become my only offer of buying cars. I only paid around $21000.00 for my Nissan Quest GXE at 1998, I help my sister-in-law ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 Honda CRV, propeller shaft [tedh32]
can the shaft be removed and not replaced, thus converting to a front wheel drive. my garage mechanic says yes. Honda will not comment for fear of possible lawsuit should damage occur or is it the loss of repair dollars. Because of the way the RT4WD system works, you would also need to remove the rear drive shafts (that go from the rear differential to each rear wheel). While Honda doesn't ... Read More
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1998 Honda CRV, propeller shaft
my CRV has 135k miles. the propeller shaft is frozen at one of the universal joints. honda's solution is to replace the shaft at $1,000 for the part. the shaft is only on the all wheel drive model. can the shaft be removed and not replaced, thus converting to a front wheel drive. my garage mechanic says yes. Honda will not comment for fear of possible lawsuit should damage occur or ... Read More
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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Re: In the long run, is a manual transmission better than an automatic CRV
The myth of a higher resale value of an automatic over manual transmission Honda doesn't hold up. Check the Kelly Blue Book (KBB.com) website and even here on Edmunds.com and research the suggested price of a 1998 or 1999 CR-V EX with manual and one with automatic. The suggested used card price difference between a manual and automatic transmission is nearly zero for a 1st Gen CR-V EX. Considering you paid ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Wash, DC Honda best prices?
Any recent experiences in this area? Horrid experience in 1998 with Mt Vernon Honda (now Browns') and ended up with Hendrick in Woodbridge, not that far from Alexandria. Considering CRV EX Auto loaded, but no NAV or XM (I prefer Sirrius). :)
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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Re: BRAT [ateixeira]
Sorry to hear about your luck with the Geo. I thought CR rated them fairly well for reliability? Mine was a 1991 that fried it's ECU in 1998 with about 80,000 miles on it (which also took out the fuel injection system). That was after a history of problems, including a new clutch with less than 40,000 miles which was caused by a defective clutch cable. The dealer replaced the clutch, ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 CRV EX rear brakes [theracoon]
I can tell you are a good driver who is easy on brakes! I doubt you will need rear shoes. They seem to last almost forever on Hondas with rear drums.
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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Re: Water coming into the car, don't know what to do!! Help!! [tammytoona]
I purchased a 1998 Honda CR-V and water was coming in the same place as you stated. I went to a windshield replacement business and they said the windshield is not the problem. They took the cowl off and poured water in the trough...the water started overflowing right above the fresh air intake valve for the heater coil and flowed straight into which flowed straight into the car. He tried bending ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Sway Bar Links - replaced, clunk still there
We own a 1998 CRV-EX, only 34,000 good miles on it. Tires replaced a year ago. Recently noticed a clunking sound coming from what seemed to be the rear undercarriage. The Honda dealership test drove and reported that the "sway bar links" needed to be replaced. This we had done, for a couple of hundred bucks, and it didn't correct the sound. Took the car back to the dealership, and were ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Buying experience in Boston
I just purchased an SE in sahara sand (no add-ons) from a dealer in a suburb south of Boston. I think I got a good deal, after much haggling. Traded in a 1998 Subaru Outback with 103 k miles in fair condition and ended up paying $19K before taxes and other fees. I definitely got the car at or below invoice. The CRV is wonderful and has even converted by Subaru ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Dead Battery - How to Reset Audio System [rigg]
We purchased a 2000 CRV SE within the past 2 months and the battery wend dead yesterday. After replacing it I found out that the audio system doesn't work (CD,/tape/radio) and the keyless entry also doesn't work. I read the owner's manual to find out that I need a special 5-digit security "code" that came with the vehicle (new). I've contacted the dealership where we purchased the CRV about the card. ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Rsearching prices on used CR-V's [kyfdx]
Yeah, that's right. It was 1998. I understand Honda's market research told them there wouldn't be enough demand for a 5 speed to bother making any. They did get enough people wanting these to make the change the next year. No 5 speed SE's and the 2WD models are only available in LX automatics. It's been a long time since I sold one.
CR-V vs Escape
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Re: Is CRV a hypocrite? [snowman]
If cars could have personality, I would say CRV was a hypocrite. While having 14 recalls since 1997, I think it is little absurd to talk about Escape's recall history, huh.. http://auto-recalls.justia.com/HONDA-CR-V.html , 3 less recalls huh, this really makes CRV the most realiable small SUV... Oh! BTW, at least Ford is correcting things, not like suppressing and dismissing valid defects and problems like CRV engine fires and pulling, V6 transmission ... Read More
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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Re: Why did 2002 Honda CR-V have two different set of VIN#? [hondamike]
Hello. Can any 2002 Honda CR-V owners help me out on identifying the difference between the two set of VIN# (JHLRD... vs SHSRD...) for the CR-V? The only thing I know is the CR-V that are manufactured in Japan have the "JHLRD" and the CR-V that are manufactured in England have the "SHSRD". I live in US and have a 1998 CR-V EX until I got into an accident two weeks ... Read More
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Why did 2002 Honda CR-V have two different set of VIN#?
Hello. Can any 2002 Honda CR-V owners help me out on identifying the difference between the two set of VIN# (JHLRD... vs SHSRD...) for the CR-V? The only thing I know is the CR-V that are manufactured in Japan have the "JHLRD" and the CR-V that are manufactured in England have the "SHSRD". I live in US and have a 1998 CR-V EX until I got into an accident two weeks ... Read More
Honda CR-V Owners Accessories & Modifications
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Re: Cargo Cover for 1998 CRV [jcarp1]
I need a cargo cover for my '98 but Honda literature says the available one only fits 1999 thru 2001 and not 1997 or 1998. I have looked at a 2001 car and the rear side panels look identical to my '98. Even the width and length dimensions are the same. Has anyone installed a retractable cover in a '98; or can tell me why I can't? I have installed it ... Read More
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Cargo Cover for 1998 CRV
I need a cargo cover for my '98 but Honda literature says the available one only fits 1999 thru 2001 and not 1997 or 1998. I have looked at a 2001 car and the rear side panels look identical to my '98. Even the width and length dimensions are the same. Has anyone installed a retractable cover in a '98; or can tell me why I can't?
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2005 CRV LX FWD
We were looking to replace our 1998 Honda Accord LX. We just bought the front wheel drive CRV-LX over the holiday weekend and love it already! We drove the '04's last year and decided to wait as we were just not impressed since we had the Accord before. I'm so glad we waited. The '05 is much more refined with the 5 spd auto and seems quieter. Power is ample. Not ... Read More
Honda CR-V vs Saturn VUE
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Sorry to read about your CR-V
That's a bummer. I think the Element still comes in green. 2002 through 2004 CR-Vs also came in green. But to address the real source of your frustration, Honda has never offered a plethora of options. They make cars two or three ways... well-equipped, loaded, or really loaded. It's easier to build a car with only a few variations than to build a car with a hundred variations. The simplicity of ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 CRV rear hitch lookup [mikeow]
The insurance company claims that the owner's manual says that a rear hitch is not allowed to be installed therefore we could not make a claim for them to fix this. They have their information wrong (they're lieing!). Honda sells an accessory trailer hitch for the 1st Gen CR-V, so the Owners Manual would not include information saying that trailer hitches weren't allowed. Good luck.
Honda CR-V Owners Accessories & Modifications
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Re: head unit [shizzle]
I have a 1998 cr-v and i'm trying to take out the factory head unit. But I can't figure out how its supposed to come out. Can anyone help me out? H and A Accessories posts the installation instructions for Honda accessories on their website. The one you want is: Single Disk CD Player, which includes instructions for removing the head unit. It takes awhile, maybe two hours to disassemble everything ... Read More
Honda CR-V Owners FAQ
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The Dreaded PTTR (pull to the right)
What is PTTR? The problem with pulling to the right is when the vehicle tries to turn when you are holding the wheels steady and straight. It is most definitely a pull. It is not a drift. If the vehicle is drifting off to the right only when your hands are off the wheel, you do not have PTTR. Maybe ADD, though. ;) Torque steer is not the same thing as ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Once more into the breech
Okay, okay, okay... It looks like I'm going to have to do an FAQ on this subject. What is PTTR? The problem with pulling to the right is when the vehicle tries to turn when you are holding the wheels steady and straight. It is most definitely a pull. It is not a drift. If the vehicle is drifting off to the right only when your hands are off the wheel, ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 05' CR-V SE [rmkw]
Just bought a 2005 SE pewter in San Jose (Stevens Creek Honda). Traded in 1998 Accord at slightly better than KBB trade-in value and bought SE for 23250+TTL. Quite happy!
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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1998 CR-V with Power Doors not unlocking
Hi, My wife's 1998 CRV's been having a problem with the power door locks making these clicking sounds for about 8 months now. When I spoke to Honda, they had said come in and for $200-$300 they will check and see what the problem may be... or since it's just clicking I can live with it. Well this morning I decided borrow her car and found that the passenger side door ... Read More
2005 Honda CR-V?
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Leather + Honda
So back in 1998 Leather was not a factory option, but rather a dealer accessory (dealer installed option) when we bought our 1998 Integra GS-R. It was billed by the dealer and was rolled into our purchase price. Some facts about our experience at the time: -------------------------------------------- 1. The dealer did not install the leather, but rather the job was farmed out to a custom installer who installed a custom fit ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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It amazes me
How the CRV can have recalls after recalls and still win the reliability awards??? Drive ... still waiting for the dealership and phone number... remember?? you bought a CRV EX for $20,500... And everyone is buying them for this price?? Remember?? Starting to look a little suspicious in your claim. Here we go again about how unreliable Fords are and how they all breakdown.. come on people, this is getting really ... Read More
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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Re: Synthetic Dual Pump Fluid? [tomk17 #12673]
tomk17, I contacted R/P on both the ATF and Dual Pump fluid, there reply was that Honda wont release the spec's on the two, so they wont recommend their products for Honda. Honda does recommend DexronIII in place of their ATF, which is compatible to Royal Purple Max ATF and before Honda went to dual pump fluid they recommended their ATF fluid for the rear differential but it didn't hold up ... Read More
SUV gas mileage - Feel free to participate
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Fuel, MPG
My 1998 Honda CR-V EX Automatic AWD gets on average 21 mpg. My 2001 Pathfinder LE gets about 18 mpg average. The Honda uses regular and the Pithy uses premium.
Honda CR-V Owners FAQ
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Reading your VIN
This is a question that comes up every now and then. The VIN (vehicle identification number) is assigned my the manufacturer. CR-V VINs are 17 characters long. Each character means something and the whole number contains quite a bit of information... if you know how to read it. The first character is the manufacturing country of origin. This is where your CR-V was built. S = England J = Japan The ... Read More
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Odd Facts and History
This is always a popular question, "What does CR-V stand for?" The answer is, "Comfortable Runabout Vehicle". This is not widely known, and your local dealer, who probably doesn't know the truth, may have fabricated their own definition for the term. The history of the CR-V before it came to North America is somewhat vague. I've tried a number of times to learn more about the development process, but found little ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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New Recall for 2002 CR-V?
Honda Recalls 651,809 Vehicles The Daily Auto Insider Monday, November 3, 2003 November 2003 Honda is recalling about 652,000 cars, minivans and sport-utilities to fix an ignition-system flaw that may cause the vehicles to roll after they've been stopped and the keys removed, Bloomberg News reported, citing the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall affects 1997 to 1999 Acura sedans, 1998 and 1999 Accord sedans, 1999 Odyssey ... Read More
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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Certified Honda CR-V, any good?
What do you guys think of the certified Honda CR-Vs? Are they any good? A guy is selling a 1998 CR-V EX that he bought through the certified HONDA program last year. I searched the CARFAX and found the car has been driven in New York for the first 4 years and has failed emission test once. It was then certified by a California Dealership last year and the current owner ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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Ford luck
Why is it called "luck" when a Ford reaches 100,000 or even 150,000 miles?? I am another who has a family that has owned Ford products over the years and none have been so terrible and unreliable as to have me switch brands. I presently have a 1998 Ford Ranger with over 75,000 miles and was told over and over again by both Toyota and Honda folks it was going to ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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Can I do anything about road noise
1998 CR-V LX 4wd. 55k miles. Wifes car. Very well taken care of. Driven off paved roads once or twice a year to camp/fish. Mild climate, very seldom snows, occasional ice. No dealer for me....I go to highly regarded local Honda/Acura Specialty shop....Still on original Bstone Deuler ht's Now that the background is established, here is the question: Will need new rubber in 5k or less...As you may be aware, the ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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icvi
I am still waiting for information on all these "incentives" that are supposed to be driving Ford Escape/Mazda sales?? Do you or varmit work for Honda?? Face it Honda fans. People are finding out the Escape/Tribute are reliable/quality built vehicles and word is spreading. This is why Escape/Trib sales are up and CRV sales are DOWN or flat at best. iciv, how can you rely on this data from these companies ... Read More
Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Purchase price for CRV
Have owned bigger SUV's in the past. Currently driving a 2000 Toyota Tundra 4WD and a 1998 Honda Accord EX. The Accord is the 3rd Honda I have owned. Was interested in a AWD (4WD) for the long winters in upstate NY. The Accord is a great family sedan in which I have enjoyed 5 years and 71,000 miles of trouble free driving, but the Accord has trouble getting up my ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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CR Experience
I would just like to make a simple point on my experience with the CR: 1. My first company car, the 96 Ford Windstar, gave me about 100,000 mi. CR called it unreliable. The tranny died on me. I got rid of it. 2. After the Windstar died, my company loaned me another van, 1998 Dodge Caravan. (rated average reliability) No problems except for the brakes. I bought it from my ... Read More
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I bought a 98 CRV in 1998 (new) for $19,000. I put 68,000 miles on it and in November 2001, 3 years later, I traded it in and received $14,000 for it! That is a $5,000 loss over 3 years and 68,000 miles! That IS my experience. I am not talking about an Accord I am talking about my CRV. Although, my friend who had a 4 cyl Accord EX received ... Read More
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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wellresearched, You wanna talk about comissions! I convinced my sister and brother-in-law, my father, and two of my friends to getting CRV's over the last 4 years since I got my first CRV in 1998. My other sister likes it so much, but refuses to get a CRV because everyone else has one. I actually received 50 bucks from the local Honda dealer (where I got my 98) when I convinced ... Read More
Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair
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rattling center console
Hello everyone! I was very happy to find this site after I bought my used 1998 LX CRV!! It is my 3rd Honda (one motorcycle and an Accord) and I refuse to buy anything else! The reason I am checking in today is I have an annoying rattle, which from what I have read in this forum seems to be a problem with many owners. Mine is in the center console ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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West Va Hills
I can only speak to my experience with my 02 EX 5 sp. but I find the CRV just zips along Route 250 out of Staunton and on into WV on my way up to Snowshoe. That is 97 miles along a two lane roads and over 5-7 different mountains, depending on your definention of mtns, and end up at 4800 foot top of Snowshoe. I usually have my 2 children, ... Read More
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Mileage and Emissions
I selected the CR-V in part due to the higher gas mileage and lower emissions the CR-V offers. I also bought a 1998 Accord when it was one of the first (if not the first) to meet ULEV standards. I see it as a way to promote corporate responsibility. The mileage I get in the CR-V is similar to the EPA ratings, never got close to it in a Ford (Mustang, ... Read More
Any news on 2003 Honda CR-V?
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Honda CR-V
I might be interested in purchasing a CR-V when the 2003 models come out. Already own a 1998 and think it is great. Any news when the 2003 models will be available or even the specs. on the new models? Anyone have interesting data to compare among the CR-V, Suzuki XL-7 and the Hyundai Santa Fe?
CR-V vs Escape
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hondaman, I don't know what you are so happy about. The 2001 CR-V (which is what you are driving around in by the way) scored no better than the Escape. The Kia was tested at the same time your model CR-V was tested (1998). Looks like Honda had the same thing in common until a couple of months ago. They've just had a little more time to make some adjustments for ... Read More
2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs
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I haven't been here in awhile, and ...
I can't believe I have so many posts to catch up on--the CR-V is leading the pack on Edmunds. Anyhow, now that the other board at hondasuv.com is going to a pay site, I thought I'd get acclimated to this new cyberhome. Here's a little background info. on my 'V: 1998 CR-V EX: San Marino Red with accessory Honda mats, roof rack, front mud flaps, and wheel locks. 45,000 miles on ... Read More
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02 CR-V vs. 02 Accord
We have an 02 CR-V EX 5spd and an 02 Accord SE 5spd (4 cyl) (the dealer loved us this year!). The CR-V cost us 28,200 while the Accord was 23,800 (both before PDI, taxes, etc.) Here are my impressions: The CR-V seems more refined in most respects with lighter steering, tighter shifting, better brakes, nicer controls, etc. I find the new I-VTEC in the CR-V a better motor with less ... Read More
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diploid There are couple of examples that bring out the difference in Honda's way of designing engines. One of them is comparing BMW's 3.2 liter I-6 (previous generation M3) to Acura's 3.2 liter V6 (CL/TL Type-S). Here are the specs, Acura (Engine- 3.2/V6 SOHC, Compression- 10.5:1, redline- 6900 rpm) 260 HP @ 6100 rpm, 232 lb.-ft @ 3500 rpm to 5500 rpm BMW (Engine- 3.2/I6, DOHC, Compression- 10.5:1, redline- 6800 rpm) ... Read More
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Price for a used CR-V
Hi, I was wondering what you folks out there have been seeing for prices on used CR-Vs from 1998-2000. I found a 2000 LX with 36,100 miles for 16,508 and I was wondering if that's a good deal. Edmunds' TMV price has it almost 1500 cheaper. I live in Kansas so honda prices are hard to determine. Thanks, Karl
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CRV Invoices??
I have been a follower of this board for over a year and have been reading the Honda-CRV messages almost daily since the interest and hype on the 2002 model started but only recently decided to become an active member to this site. I am looking forward to replace my 1988 Accord, which has seen 147,000 miles with the CRV. My Accord is still going strong. No problem, just regular oil ... Read More
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I'm sure the 26k includes a markup and probably lots of accessories. I recall Ourisman Honda had put every accessory in the book on one of their 1998 CR-Vs when I test drove one. They usually put them on a demo car so customers can see them and perhaps order them (padding profits). I'm talking pin stripes, fog lights, wood dash, stuff like that. I seriously doubt more than one or ... Read More
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Invoice for a 2002?
I really doubt it. First of all NO dealers know what invoice actually is, much less the MSRP. So, HOW can you be quoted a price? I DROVE the 2002 yesterday and can tell you that it is an incredible vehicle. Honda has change almost EVERYTHING with the CR-V. You might ewant to compare the changes to the Odyssey from 1998 to the new change of 1999. Whats changed? Engine, the ... Read More
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Utopia mark roberts
Yes. It works out very close to $316 over true invoice. You can check this out by looking at 2001 CRVS posted on the web site www.autoinvoice.com Here the selling price is clearly shown. I am not sure if exactly to the dollar like Edmunds but extremely close. You can check for yourself. I was lucky enough to buy a 1999 Odyssey from them in 1998 for $316 over invoice--they do ... Read More
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JDM CR-V "Fullmark" (and "Performa")
http://world.honda.com/news/1998/4981218.html
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I purchased a 2001 CRV......
I feel that I need to thanks lots of folks on this board for helping me to make my decision to purchase a 2001 CR-VEX with the automatic. I live in the Boston area, an was able to purchase my CR at $50.00 under invoice. I looked at all that was out there, the Forester, Escape, Tribute, portage, and the Rev 4. I went with the Honda because of their resale ... Read More
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Are Honda keyless remotes interchangeable?
Can I reprogram a keyless remote for a 1998-1999 Accord for my 1999 CRV? Just wondering if all Honda remotes are reprogrammable?
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